Jurupa Unified School District Network Equipment Bid No. 26-27-03TE - E-Rate Year 30 (2027)
Jurupa UnifiedSchool · Jurupa Valley, CA- Due
- Nov 30, 2026
- 29 days left
- Posted
- Oct 27, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Elizabeth Massie
- (951) 360-4100
The 30-second brief
Jurupa Unified School District is requesting bids for network equipment and internal connections for E-Rate Year 30 (2027-2028). The scope includes Cisco Catalyst 9200 series 48-port switches, Cisco DNA term licenses, power supplies, patch cords, Leviton CAT6/CAT6A cabling, and APC Smart-UPS battery backups. Vendors must deliver all components to the JUSD Warehouse in Jurupa Valley, CA. Bids are due by November 30, 2026, at 2:00 PM via Planet Bids, with questions due by November 12, 2026. Evaluation criteria include price (30%), proposal preparation and responsiveness (25%), client references (20%), and fulfillment of requirements (25%).
Cisco Catalyst 9200 series 48 port switch, Cisco Digital Network Architecture 48-port 5 Year Term License, Cisco Config 5 Secondary Power Supply, 1' CAT6 blue patch cords, 1' CAT6A yellow patch cords, APC Smart-UPS Ultra Online 3000VA Lion, APC Smart-UPS Ultra Lithium-ion Battery Pack, APC Smart-UPS Ultra On-Line 2200VA Lion
Price of ELIGIBLE products and services, including unit prices, labor rates, travel/trip charges, etc., 30%; Proposal preparation, thoroughness and responsiveness to this request for proposal, 25%; Client references and/or citations from prior equipment sales have been provided for projects of similar size and scope, 20%; The extent to which the Proposer’s solution fulfills JUSD’s stated requirements as set out in this RFP, 25%
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Summary
Jurupa Unified School District is requesting bids for network equipment and internal connections for E-Rate Year 30 (2027-2028).
The scope includes Cisco Catalyst 9200 series 48-port switches, Cisco DNA term licenses, power supplies, patch cords, Leviton CAT6/CAT6A cabling, and APC Smart-UPS battery backups. Vendors must deliver all components to the JUSD Warehouse in Jurupa Valley, CA. Bids are due by November 30, 2026, at 2:00 PM via Planet Bids, with questions due by November 12, 2026. Evaluation criteria include price (30%), proposal preparation and responsiveness (25%), client references (20%), and fulfillment of requirements (25%).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Price of ELIGIBLE products and services, including unit prices, labor rates, travel/trip charges, etc., 30%
- Proposal preparation, thoroughness and responsiveness to this request for proposal, 25%
- Client references and/or citations from prior equipment sales have been provided for projects of similar size and scope, 20%
- The extent to which the Proposer’s solution fulfills JUSD’s stated requirements as set out in this RFP, 25%
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
8- Cisco Catalyst 9200 series 48 port switch
- Cisco Digital Network Architecture 48-port 5 Year Term License
- Cisco Config 5 Secondary Power Supply
- 1' CAT6 blue patch cords
- 1' CAT6A yellow patch cords
- APC Smart-UPS Ultra Online 3000VA Lion
- APC Smart-UPS Ultra Lithium-ion Battery Pack
- APC Smart-UPS Ultra On-Line 2200VA Lion
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Signed “E-Rate Supplemental Terms And Conditions” document, Service Provider’s Evidence of FCC Green Light status or Red Light status with explanation, Line Items tab on Planet Bids, References
- Submit to
- https://pbsystem.planetbids.com/portal/60604/portal-home
- Duration
- 18 months
- Scope location
- Jurupa Valley, CA
- Reported agency
- Jurupa Unified School District
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Jurupa Unified?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 30, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://pbsystem.planetbids.com/portal/60604/portal-home. For questions, contact Elizabeth Massie.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Jurupa Unified in CA, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the Bid submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Elizabeth Massie at (951) 360-4100. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Cisco Catalyst 9200 series 48 port switch, Cisco Digital Network Architecture 48-port 5 Year Term License, Cisco Config 5 Secondary Power Supply, 1' CAT6 blue patch cords, 1' CAT6A yellow patch cords, APC Smart-UPS Ultra Online 3000VA Lion, APC Smart-UPS Ultra Lithium-ion Battery Pack, APC Smart-UPS. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Price of ELIGIBLE products and services, including unit prices, labor rates, travel/trip charges, etc., 30%; Proposal preparation, thoroughness and responsiveness to this request for proposal, 25%; Cl..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Jurupa Unified?
All active and historical solicitations from Jurupa Unified are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Jurupa Unified regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 30, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Signed “E-Rate Supplemental Terms And Conditions” document, Service Provider’s Evidence of FCC Green Light status or Red Light status with explanation, Line Items tab on Planet Bids, References. Review the full document from Jurupa Unified for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Jurupa Valley, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.