Lucerne Valley Unified School District Wireless Access Points and MDF Cabinet Mounting RFP #2026-01
Lucerne Valley UnifiedSchool · Lucerne Valley, CA- Due
- Jan 22, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Dec 17, 2025
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Jason Hart
- (760) 248-6108
The 30-second brief
Lucerne Valley Unified School District (LVUSD) is soliciting proposals for RFP #2026-01, which is divided into two sections: Section A for the purchase and installation of 110 wireless access points (HPE Aruba Networking AP-515 or equivalent) across elementary, middle, high, and continuation schools; and Section B for mounting a new 32U wall cabinet (MDF) at the high school, including rerouting 35-40 feet of multimode fiber cable. The project is part of the E-Rate Year 2026 program. A mandatory pre-bid conference and job walk is scheduled for December 30, 2025, at 2:30pm PST. Vendors must provide a SPIN and FCC-FRN. Requirements include a 5% bid bond, C-7 or C-10 licensing as applicable, and compliance with prevailing wage laws. Proposals are due by January 22, 2026.
As-build diagrams, Cable test results, Inventory of APs, Networking management solutions
Price of eligible products (35%), Proposal thoroughness (20%), Experience (15%), Solution fulfillment (15%), Client references (10%), Price of ineligible costs (5%)
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Summary
Lucerne Valley Unified School District (LVUSD) is soliciting proposals for RFP #2026-01, which is divided into two sections: Section A for the purchase and installation of 110 wireless access points (HPE Aruba Networking AP-515 or equivalent) across elementary, middle, high, and continuation schools; and Section B for mounting a new 32U wall cabinet (MDF) at the high school, including rerouting 35-40 feet of multimode fiber cable.
The project is part of the E-Rate Year 2026 program. A mandatory pre-bid conference and job walk is scheduled for December 30, 2025, at 2:30pm PST. Vendors must provide a SPIN and FCC-FRN. Requirements include a 5% bid bond, C-7 or C-10 licensing as applicable, and compliance with prevailing wage laws. Proposals are due by January 22, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- As-build diagrams
- Cable test results
- Inventory of APs
- Networking management solutions
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
14- E-rate Certification
- References
- Designation of Subcontractors
- Official Proposal Form
- Scope of Work & Pricing
- Workers Compensation Certification
- Bid Bond
- Payment Bond
- Performance Bond
- Non-collusion Declaration
- Criminal Record
- E-rate Service Provider Information
- Technical Qualifications
- Agreement
- Submit to
- 8560 Aliento Road Lucerne Valley, CA 92356
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Lucerne Valley, CA
- Reported agency
- Lucerne Valley Unified School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Lucerne Valley Unified?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is January 22, 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: 8560 Aliento Road Lucerne Valley, CA 92356. For questions, contact Jason Hart.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Lucerne Valley 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 RFP 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 Jason Hart at (760) 248-6108. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: As-build diagrams, Cable test results, Inventory of APs, Networking management solutions. 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 (35%), Proposal thoroughness (20%), Experience (15%), Solution fulfillment (15%), Client references (10%), Price of ineligible costs (5%)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Lucerne Valley Unified?
All active and historical solicitations from Lucerne Valley Unified are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Lucerne Valley 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.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
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: E-rate Certification, References, Designation of Subcontractors, Official Proposal Form, Scope of Work & Pricing, Workers Compensation Certification, Bid Bond, Payment Bond, Performance Bond, Non-coll. Review the full document from Lucerne Valley 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: Lucerne Valley, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.