Oxnard School District RFP 25-03-OSD-WAN
OxnardSchool · Oxnard, CA- Due
- Feb 23, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 23, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Michelle Sandoval
The 30-second brief
Oxnard School District is soliciting proposals for private (non-shared) Wide Area Network (WAN) services, specifically a fiber-connected metro-area layer 2 backbone network. The project is contingent upon E-rate funding approval.
WAN services, Technical bid submittal, Service, Maintenance & training, Implementation plan, Customer satisfaction, Customer references, Conformance to specifications
Technical bid submittal, service, maintenance & training, proponent experience and references, implementation plan, price, customer satisfaction, customer references, conformance to specifications
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Summary
Oxnard School District is soliciting proposals for private (non-shared) Wide Area Network (WAN) services, specifically a fiber-connected metro-area layer 2 backbone network. The project is contingent upon E-rate funding approval.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
9- Technical bid submittal
- Service
- Maintenance & training
- Proponent experience and references
- Implementation plan
- Price
- Customer satisfaction
- Customer references
- Conformance to specifications
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
8- WAN services
- Technical bid submittal
- Service
- Maintenance & training
- Implementation plan
- Customer satisfaction
- Customer references
- Conformance to specifications
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Appendix A, Appendix B
- Submit to
- Oxnard School District - Purchasing Department, 1051 South A Street, Oxnard, CA 93030
- Duration
- 120 months
- Scope location
- Oxnard, CA
- Reported agency
- Oxnard School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Oxnard?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 23, 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: Oxnard School District - Purchasing Department, 1051 South A Street, Oxnard, CA 93030. For questions, contact Michelle Sandoval.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Oxnard 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 Michelle Sandoval. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: WAN services, Technical bid submittal, Service, Maintenance & training, Implementation plan, Customer satisfaction, Customer references, Conformance to specifications. 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: "Technical bid submittal, service, maintenance & training, proponent experience and references, implementation plan, price, customer satisfaction, customer references, conformance to specifications" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Oxnard?
All active and historical solicitations from Oxnard are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Oxnard 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.
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, Appendix B. Review the full document from Oxnard for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Oxnard, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.