Point Arena Joint Union High School District Broadband Network Service RFP 2026 - Form 470 270003804
Point Arena Joint Union HighSchool · Point Arena, CA- Due
- Dec 4, 2026
- 23 days left
- Posted
- Nov 5, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Rich Tunheim
- (707) 228-9357
The 30-second brief
Point Arena Joint Union High School District seeks proposals for a fiber-based Ethernet 1Gb Point-to-Point circuit service funded by E-Rate Year 30 (2027-2028). The broadband connectivity is required between South Coast Continuation School in Point Arena and the Mendocino County Office of Education in Ukiah, California. The contract term is three years with two available one-year optional extensions, compliant with IEEE 802.3 Ethernet Standards. Proposals are due by 5:00 PM on December 4, 2026, and must be submitted via email to the district's consultant. Eligible for E-Rate Priority One Telecommunications Services and California Teleconnect Fund discounts.
E-Rate Eligible Costs 30%, Implementation Commitment 25%, Service Level Agreements 15%, Post Implementation Support Structure 10%, Vendor E-Rate and CTF Experience/Eligibility 10%, References 10%
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Summary
Point Arena Joint Union High School District seeks proposals for a fiber-based Ethernet 1Gb Point-to-Point circuit service funded by E-Rate Year 30 (2027-2028).
The broadband connectivity is required between South Coast Continuation School in Point Arena and the Mendocino County Office of Education in Ukiah, California. The contract term is three years with two available one-year optional extensions, compliant with IEEE 802.3 Ethernet Standards. Proposals are due by 5:00 PM on December 4, 2026, and must be submitted via email to the district's consultant. Eligible for E-Rate Priority One Telecommunications Services and California Teleconnect Fund discounts.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- E-Rate Eligible Costs 30%
- Implementation Commitment 25%
- Service Level Agreements 15%
- Post Implementation Support Structure 10%
- Vendor E-Rate and CTF Experience/Eligibility 10%
- References 10%
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- FCC Form 473 Service Provider Annual Certification Form
- Contractual pricing
- Network design illustration
- Implementation plan
- Three references
- SPIN numbers
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Point Arena, CA
- Reported agency
- Point Arena Joint Union High School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Point Arena Joint Union High?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 4, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Rich Tunheim.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Point Arena Joint Union High 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 Rich Tunheim at (707) 228-9357. 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: "E-Rate Eligible Costs 30%, Implementation Commitment 25%, Service Level Agreements 15%, Post Implementation Support Structure 10%, Vendor E-Rate and CTF Experience/Eligibility 10%, References 10%" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Point Arena Joint Union High?
All active and historical solicitations from Point Arena Joint Union High are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Point Arena Joint Union High 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.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 4, 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: FCC Form 473 Service Provider Annual Certification Form, contractual pricing, network design illustration, implementation plan, three references, SPIN numbers. Review the full document from Point Arena Joint Union High for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Point Arena, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.