Plainsburg Union Elementary School District Network Equipment RFP # PUESD-ERATE-2027-01 (2027)
Plainsburg Union ElementarySchool · Merced, CA- Due
- Jan 5, 2027
- 55 days left
- Posted
- Nov 6, 2026
- Primary contact
- Seng Thao
- (209) 381-6763
The 30-second brief
Plainsburg Union Elementary School District seeks qualified vendors to provide Network Equipment for E-Rate Year 2027 under solicitation PUESD-ERATE-2027-01. The scope includes network switches, routers, wireless devices, uninterruptable power supply (UPS) / battery backup, necessary software, and licenses to augment existing network infrastructure at Plainsburg Elementary. Specific items include Cisco Catalyst switches (C9300L-48UXG4X-EDU, C9200L-48PXG2Y-EDU), DNA Essentials/Advantage licenses, and APC Smart-UPS battery backups, or functional equivalents. Proposals are due by January 5, 2027, at 2:00 PM Pacific. Vendors must possess a USAC SPIN, provide bid security/bonds, and comply with California prevailing wage and public works contractor registration requirements.
ITEM 470-NW1-27: Catalyst 9300L 48p 8mGig, 4x10G Uplink (qty 1); C9300L Cisco DNA Essentials, 48-port, 5-year license (qty 1); Catalyst 9200L 48-p, 12xmGig, 36x1G, 2x25G uplinks (qty 2); C9200L Cisco DNA Advantage, 48-port, 5-year license (qty 2); APC Smart-UPS, Line Interactive, 1000VA, Lithium-ion, Rackmount 2U (qty 2); APC Lithium-Ion 2200VA 2U 120V Smart-UPS (qty 1)
Price/Charges (35%), Meets technical specifications and design (20%), Prior experience (15%), SPI vendor (10%), Impact to PUESD cash flow (10%), Non E-Rate eligible charges (10%)
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Summary
Plainsburg Union Elementary School District seeks qualified vendors to provide Network Equipment for E-Rate Year 2027 under solicitation PUESD-ERATE-2027-01.
The scope includes network switches, routers, wireless devices, uninterruptable power supply (UPS) / battery backup, necessary software, and licenses to augment existing network infrastructure at Plainsburg Elementary. Specific items include Cisco Catalyst switches (C9300L-48UXG4X-EDU, C9200L-48PXG2Y-EDU), DNA Essentials/Advantage licenses, and APC Smart-UPS battery backups, or functional equivalents. Proposals are due by January 5, 2027, at 2:00 PM Pacific. Vendors must possess a USAC SPIN, provide bid security/bonds, and comply with California prevailing wage and public works contractor registration requirements.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- ITEM 470-NW1-27: Catalyst 9300L 48p 8mGig, 4x10G Uplink (qty 1)
- C9300L Cisco DNA Essentials, 48-port, 5-year license (qty 1)
- Catalyst 9200L 48-p, 12xmGig, 36x1G, 2x25G uplinks (qty 2)
- C9200L Cisco DNA Advantage, 48-port, 5-year license (qty 2)
- APC Smart-UPS, Line Interactive, 1000VA, Lithium-ion, Rackmount 2U (qty 2)
- APC Lithium-Ion 2200VA 2U 120V Smart-UPS (qty 1)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
10- Service Provider Identification Number (SPIN)
- Bid Bond of TEN PERCENT (10%)
- Certification of Non-Collusion
- Vendor's Certificate Regarding Workers' Compensation
- Contractor's Certificate Regarding Drug-Free Workplace
- Contractor's Certificate Regarding Alcoholic Beverage and Tobacco-Free Campus Policy
- Workplace Contractor Certification Regarding Background Checks
- Conditional Waiver and Release Upon Payment
- Bidder Information form
- Offer to the Plainsburg Union Elementary School District
- Submit to
- Kristi Kingston, District Superintendent Plainsburg Union Elementary School District, 3708 S. Plainsburg Road, Merced, CA 95341
- Scope location
- Merced, CA
- Reported agency
- Plainsburg Union Elementary School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Plainsburg Union Elementary?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is January 5, 2027. 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: Kristi Kingston, District Superintendent Plainsburg Union Elementary School District, 3708 S. Plainsburg Road, Merced, CA 95341. For questions, contact Seng Thao.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Plainsburg 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 Seng Thao at (209) 381-6763. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: ITEM 470-NW1-27: Catalyst 9300L 48p 8mGig, 4x10G Uplink (qty 1); C9300L Cisco DNA Essentials, 48-port, 5-year license (qty 1); Catalyst 9200L 48-p, 12xmGig, 36x1G, 2x25G uplinks (qty 2); C9200L Cisco DNA Advantage, 48-port, 5-year license (qty 2); APC Smart-UPS, Line Interactive, 1000VA, Lithium-ion. 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/Charges (35%), Meets technical specifications and design (20%), Prior experience (15%), SPI vendor (10%), Impact to PUESD cash flow (10%), Non E-Rate eligible charges (10%)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Plainsburg Union Elementary?
All active and historical solicitations from Plainsburg Union Elementary are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Plainsburg Union Elementary regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of January 5, 2027, 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: Service Provider Identification Number (SPIN), Bid Bond of TEN PERCENT (10%), Certification of Non-Collusion, Vendor's Certificate Regarding Workers' Compensation, Contractor's Certificate Regarding D. Review the full document from Plainsburg 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: Merced, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.