Martin County School District - E-Rate Network Cabling Refresh - RFP No. 1004-0-2627 (2026)
Martin County School DistrictSchool · Stuart, FL- Due
- Dec 2, 2026
- 25 days left
- Posted
- Nov 2, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Bids Department
- (772) 219-1200
The 30-second brief
The Martin County School District is seeking proposals for an E-rate network cabling refresh at Bessey Creek Elementary School, located in Palm City, Florida, under RFP No. 1004-0-2627. The scope of work includes furnishing and installing approximately 410 Category 6 (CAT6) horizontal cable drops across campus buildings, fiber optic backbone cabling between the MDF and IDFs, a new wall-mounted communications cabinet, pathways, supports, grounding, labeling, firestopping, and associated low-voltage communications infrastructure. Proposals are due by December 2, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST, with a mandatory pre-bid walkthrough on November 10, 2026, and a question deadline of November 16, 2026. Bidders must be licensed in Florida, maintain Siemon Certified Installer status, and comply with E-Rate program rules of the USAC.
Category 6 (CAT6) horizontal cable runs, Fiber optic backbone cabling, Communications cabinet, Pathways and supports, Grounding and bonding, Labeling and identification, Firestopping, Testing and certification reports, Electronic as-built drawings
Administrative Qualifications (25), Experience Building and Installing Structured Cabling Systems (25), Cost Proposed (30), References (20)
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Summary
The Martin County School District is seeking proposals for an E-rate network cabling refresh at Bessey Creek Elementary School, located in Palm City, Florida, under RFP No. 1004-0-2627.
The scope of work includes furnishing and installing approximately 410 Category 6 (CAT6) horizontal cable drops across campus buildings, fiber optic backbone cabling between the MDF and IDFs, a new wall-mounted communications cabinet, pathways, supports, grounding, labeling, firestopping, and associated low-voltage communications infrastructure. Proposals are due by December 2, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST, with a mandatory pre-bid walkthrough on November 10, 2026, and a question deadline of November 16, 2026. Bidders must be licensed in Florida, maintain Siemon Certified Installer status, and comply with E-Rate program rules of the USAC.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
9- Category 6 (CAT6) horizontal cable runs
- Fiber optic backbone cabling
- Communications cabinet
- Pathways and supports
- Grounding and bonding
- Labeling and identification
- Firestopping
- Testing and certification reports
- Electronic as-built drawings
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
15- Attachment A – Proposer's Profile Statement
- Attachment B – RFP Pricing Form
- Attachment C – Subcontractor List
- Attachment D – Non-Collusive Affidavit
- Attachment E – Disclosure of Potential Conflict of Interest
- Attachment F – Drug-Free Workplace Certification
- Attachment G – Public Entity Crimes Statement
- Attachment H – Signature Page
- Attachment I – Human Trafficking Affidavit
- Attachment J – E-Rate Certification Form
- Attachment K – Sunbiz Verification
- Attachment L – Statement of No Bid
- Attachment M – References
- Certificate of Insurance
- Business Tax Receipt
- Submit to
- www.demandstar.com
- Scope location
- Palm City, FL
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Martin County School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 2, 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: www.demandstar.com. For questions, contact Bids Department.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Martin County School District in FL, 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 Bids Department at (772) 219-1200. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Category 6 (CAT6) horizontal cable runs, Fiber optic backbone cabling, Communications cabinet, Pathways and supports, Grounding and bonding, Labeling and identification, Firestopping, Testing and certification reports, Electronic as-built drawings. 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: "Administrative Qualifications (25), Experience Building and Installing Structured Cabling Systems (25), Cost Proposed (30), References (20)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Martin County School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Martin County School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Martin County School District 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 5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 2, 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: Attachment A – Proposer's Profile Statement, Attachment B – RFP Pricing Form, Attachment C – Subcontractor List, Attachment D – Non-Collusive Affidavit, Attachment E – Disclosure of Potential Conflict. Review the full document from Martin County School District for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Palm City, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.