Portola Valley School District Network Equipment including Installation RFP #2026-01
Portola Valley ElementarySchool · Portola Valley, CA- Due
- Mar 20, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 19, 2026
- Duration
- 18 months
- Primary contact
- Mauricio Romero
- (650) 851-1777
The 30-second brief
Portola Valley School District is soliciting proposals for E-Rate Category Two internal connections, including Cisco access points, APC UPS systems, and installation services. Proposals are due by March 20, 2026.
Service Provider SPIN number, FCC Registration Number (FRN), Completed Equipment List, Three references
Cost of eligible goods and services (20), Cost of ineligible goods and services (15), Vendor quote meets district's minimum specifications (15), Experience with district (15), Ability to deliver service at start of funding year (10), Ability to deliver service throughout district geographic region (15), Financial stability (10)
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Summary
Portola Valley School District is soliciting proposals for E-Rate Category Two internal connections, including Cisco access points, APC UPS systems, and installation services. Proposals are due by March 20, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Service Provider SPIN number
- FCC Registration Number (FRN)
- Completed Equipment List
- Three references
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- E-Rate Supplemental Terms and Conditions signed copy
- SPIN number
- FRN
- Equipment list
- Three references
- Submit to
- 4575 Alpine Road, Portola Valley, CA 94028
- Scope location
- Portola Valley, CA
- Reported agency
- Portola Valley School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Portola Valley Elementary?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 20, 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: 4575 Alpine Road, Portola Valley, CA 94028. For questions, contact Mauricio Romero.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Portola Valley 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 Mauricio Romero at (650) 851-1777. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Service Provider SPIN number, FCC Registration Number (FRN), Completed Equipment List, Three references. 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: "Cost of eligible goods and services (20), Cost of ineligible goods and services (15), Vendor quote meets district's minimum specifications (15), Experience with district (15), Ability to deliver servi..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Portola Valley Elementary?
All active and historical solicitations from Portola Valley Elementary are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Portola Valley 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 18 months. 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: E-Rate Supplemental Terms and Conditions signed copy, SPIN number, FRN, Equipment list, Three references. Review the full document from Portola Valley 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: Portola Valley, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.