Maricopa Unified School District - Internet Service Provider Services - RFP 0025-27A.5 (2026)
Maricopa UnifiedSchool · Maricopa, CA- Due
- Nov 10, 2026
- 7 days left
- Posted
- Oct 13, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Jazelle Salazar
- (661) 716-1840
The 30-second brief
Maricopa Unified School District is seeking proposals for internet services at 2Gbps or higher, including Internet Access and Data Transmission Service, Category One Network Equipment, and Category One Maintenance and Operations. The project is associated with E-Rate funding year 2027 and requires service delivery to the Maricopa Unified School District Office located at 955 Stanislaus Street, Maricopa, CA 93252. The initial contract term is 3 years starting July 1, 2027, with two optional one-year extensions. Proposals are due by November 10, 2026, at 1:00 PM PST, with questions due by October 27, 2026. Evaluation criteria include Price (30%), Experience (25%), Accuracy of Response (20%), Other Cost Factors (15%), Service Level Agreement (5%), and Qualifications (5%).
Internet access and data transmission service (minimum 2Gbps up to 10Gbps), Category One Network Equipment, Category One Maintenance and Operations, Static IPs, Managed router options, Symmetrical and asymmetrical services
Price (30%), Experience (25%), Accuracy of Response (20%), Other Cost Factors (15%), Service Level Agreement (5%), Qualifications (5%)
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Summary
Maricopa Unified School District is seeking proposals for internet services at 2Gbps or higher, including Internet Access and Data Transmission Service, Category One Network Equipment, and Category One Maintenance and Operations.
The project is associated with E-Rate funding year 2027 and requires service delivery to the Maricopa Unified School District Office located at 955 Stanislaus Street, Maricopa, CA 93252. The initial contract term is 3 years starting July 1, 2027, with two optional one-year extensions. Proposals are due by November 10, 2026, at 1:00 PM PST, with questions due by October 27, 2026. Evaluation criteria include Price (30%), Experience (25%), Accuracy of Response (20%), Other Cost Factors (15%), Service Level Agreement (5%), and Qualifications (5%).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Internet access and data transmission service (minimum 2Gbps up to 10Gbps), Category One Network Equipment, Category One Maintenance and Operations, Static IPs, Managed router options, Symmetrical and asymmetrical services
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Itemized Bid Price Sheet
- Service Agreement
- Respondent Information
- General Acknowledgement
- List of References
- Respondent Qualifications
- Implementation Plan
- Special Construction Cost Breakdown
- Submit to
- https://projects.infinitycomm.com
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Maricopa, CA
- Reported agency
- Maricopa Unified School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Maricopa Unified?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 10, 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://projects.infinitycomm.com. For questions, contact Jazelle Salazar.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Maricopa 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 Jazelle Salazar at (661) 716-1840. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Internet access and data transmission service (minimum 2Gbps up to 10Gbps), Category One Network Equipment, Category One Maintenance and Operations, Static IPs, Managed router options, Symmetrical and asymmetrical services. 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 (30%), Experience (25%), Accuracy of Response (20%), Other Cost Factors (15%), Service Level Agreement (5%), Qualifications (5%)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Maricopa Unified?
All active and historical solicitations from Maricopa Unified are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Maricopa 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 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 10, 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 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: Itemized Bid Price Sheet, Service Agreement, Respondent Information, General Acknowledgement, List of References, Respondent Qualifications, Implementation Plan, Special Construction Cost Breakdown. Review the full document from Maricopa 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: Maricopa, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.