Palermo Union Elementary School District - Network Electronics RFP #PUESD-270003613-C2 Equipment 2026
Palermo Union ElementarySchool · Palermo, CA- Due
- Dec 8, 2026
- 26 days left
- Posted
- Nov 9, 2026
- Duration
- 15 months
- Primary contact
- Rachel White
- (530) 602-8080
The 30-second brief
Palermo Union Elementary School District seeks proposals for E-rate Category 2 network electronics equipment and related licensing, including Catalyst 9200L switches, Cisco DNA Essentials licenses, Ruckus R770 Wi-Fi 7 wireless access points, Ruckus T750 outdoor wireless access points, SZ AP management licenses, and multipurpose mounting brackets. Project #PUESD-270003613-C2 Equipment supports internal network infrastructure across five school sites and two administrative locations in Palermo, California. Proposals are due by December 8, 2026, with questions accepted until November 24, 2026. Evaluation is based 40% on pricing, 20% on compliance, 20% on prior experience, 10% on references, and 10% on quality of response.
C9200L-48P-4X-EDU Catalyst 9200L 48-port PoE+ only, 4x10G uplinks, K12; C9200L-DNA-E-48-3Y C9200L Cisco DNA Essentials, 48-port, 3 Year Term license; 901-R770-US00 Ruckus R770 Wi-Fi 7 tri-band concurrent wireless Access Point; 901-T750-US01 Ruckus T750 802.11ax Outdoor Wireless Access Point; CLD-BNDL-SZWA-EDU5 SZ AP Mgmt License for SZ144/vSZ, Includes 5yr Warranty for 1xAP, Includes basic RUCKUS AI Subscription 5yr; 902-0120-0000 Multipurpose mounting bracket for R-Series indoor AP’s
Pricing (40%), Compliance with RFP and District needs (20%), Prior Experience with Proposer (20%), References (10%), Quality of Response (10%)
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Summary
Palermo Union Elementary School District seeks proposals for E-rate Category 2 network electronics equipment and related licensing, including Catalyst 9200L switches, Cisco DNA Essentials licenses, Ruckus R770 Wi-Fi 7 wireless access points, Ruckus T750 outdoor wireless access points, SZ AP management licenses, and multipurpose mounting brackets.
Project #PUESD-270003613-C2 Equipment supports internal network infrastructure across five school sites and two administrative locations in Palermo, California. Proposals are due by December 8, 2026, with questions accepted until November 24, 2026. Evaluation is based 40% on pricing, 20% on compliance, 20% on prior experience, 10% on references, and 10% on quality of response.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- C9200L-48P-4X-EDU Catalyst 9200L 48-port PoE+ only, 4x10G uplinks, K12
- C9200L-DNA-E-48-3Y C9200L Cisco DNA Essentials, 48-port, 3 Year Term license
- 901-R770-US00 Ruckus R770 Wi-Fi 7 tri-band concurrent wireless Access Point
- 901-T750-US01 Ruckus T750 802.11ax Outdoor Wireless Access Point
- CLD-BNDL-SZWA-EDU5 SZ AP Mgmt License for SZ144/vSZ, Includes 5yr Warranty for 1xAP, Includes basic RUCKUS AI Subscription 5yr
- 902-0120-0000 Multipurpose mounting bracket for R-Series indoor AP’s
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Proposal, pricing document
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Palermo, CA
- Reported agency
- Palermo Union Elementary School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Palermo Union Elementary?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 8, 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: [email protected]. For questions, contact Rachel White.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Palermo Union Elementary 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 Rachel White at (530) 602-8080. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: C9200L-48P-4X-EDU Catalyst 9200L 48-port PoE+ only, 4x10G uplinks, K12; C9200L-DNA-E-48-3Y C9200L Cisco DNA Essentials, 48-port, 3 Year Term license; 901-R770-US00 Ruckus R770 Wi-Fi 7 tri-band concurrent wireless Access Point; 901-T750-US01 Ruckus T750 802.11ax Outdoor Wireless Access Point; CLD-BND. 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: "Pricing (40%), Compliance with RFP and District needs (20%), Prior Experience with Proposer (20%), References (10%), Quality of Response (10%)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Palermo Union Elementary?
All active and historical solicitations from Palermo Union Elementary are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Palermo Union Elementary 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 15 months. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 8, 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: Proposal, pricing document. Review the full document from Palermo Union Elementary for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Palermo, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.