Oskaloosa Community School District Server Replacement RFP 2026
Oskaloosa Community School DistrictSchool · Oskaloosa, IA- Due
- May 22, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- May 8, 2026
- Primary contact
- Shari Hankins-Barnhart
- (641) 673-8345
The 30-second brief
Oskaloosa Community School District (OCSD) is seeking proposals for replacement server hardware to migrate to a Scale Computing solution. The RFP specifies requirements for hardware, licensing, support, warranty, and includes a suggested solution.
Compliance with technical requirements, District experience with vendor and manufacturer, Cost, Availability
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Summary
Oskaloosa Community School District (OCSD) is seeking proposals for replacement server hardware to migrate to a Scale Computing solution. The RFP specifies requirements for hardware, licensing, support, warranty, and includes a suggested solution.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Compliance with technical requirements
- District experience with vendor and manufacturer
- Cost
- Availability
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Appendix A
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Oskaloosa Community School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 22, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. For questions, contact Shari Hankins-Barnhart.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Oskaloosa Community School District in IA, 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 Shari Hankins-Barnhart at (641) 673-8345. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Compliance with technical requirements, District experience with vendor and manufacturer, Cost, Availability" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Oskaloosa Community School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Oskaloosa Community School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Oskaloosa Community School District regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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: Appendix A. Review the full document from Oskaloosa Community School District for the complete list.