San Francisco Unified School District - E-Rate Eligible Core Network Upgrade - RFP No. SFUSD-PD-FY27_#92 (2026)
San Francisco UnifiedSchool · San Francisco, CA- Due
- Nov 11, 2026
- 13 days left
- Posted
- Oct 14, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Richelle Hilario
The 30-second brief
San Francisco Unified School District seeks proposals for network equipment, modules, components, warranties, and applicable licenses for campus Core Network Switches, including electronics, software, and technical services. The project involves upgrading existing core/distribution and access switch infrastructure with Cisco Layer 3 EIGRP Routing SFP+ MultiGigabit switches and 48-port MultiGigabit copper switches supporting UPOE/UPOE+, CDP, LLDP, Rapid PVST+, StackWise, and StackPower. Hardware is to be delivered to the Department of Technology at 555 Franklin Street, San Francisco, CA. The submission deadline is November 11, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. PST, via email to [email protected]. Pre-proposal questions are due by October 28, 2026. The contract initial term is 3 years with two 2-year extension options.
Network equipment, Modules, Components, Warranties, And applicable licenses as described on Attachment B - E-Rate Core Network Upgrade 2027 Bid Equipment Response Template; 12 and 24-Port Models (SFP+ Layer 3 Switch supporting native Cisco EIGRP Routing); 48-Port Models (MultiGigabit Copper Switch supporting UPOE/UPOE+ Power over Ethernet)
E-Rate Eligible Costs 50, E-Rate Ineligible Costs 15, Compatibility with Systems 35
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Summary
San Francisco Unified School District seeks proposals for network equipment, modules, components, warranties, and applicable licenses for campus Core Network Switches, including electronics, software, and technical services.
The project involves upgrading existing core/distribution and access switch infrastructure with Cisco Layer 3 EIGRP Routing SFP+ MultiGigabit switches and 48-port MultiGigabit copper switches supporting UPOE/UPOE+, CDP, LLDP, Rapid PVST+, StackWise, and StackPower. Hardware is to be delivered to the Department of Technology at 555 Franklin Street, San Francisco, CA. The submission deadline is November 11, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. PST, via email to [email protected]. Pre-proposal questions are due by October 28, 2026. The contract initial term is 3 years with two 2-year extension options.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- E-Rate Eligible Costs 50
- E-Rate Ineligible Costs 15
- Compatibility with Systems 35
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Network equipment, Modules, Components, Warranties, And applicable licenses as described on Attachment B - E-Rate Core Network Upgrade 2027 Bid Equipment Response Template; 12 and 24-Port Models (SFP+ Layer 3 Switch supporting native Cisco EIGRP Routing); 48-Port Models (MultiGigabit Copper Switch supporting UPOE/UPOE+ Power over Ethernet)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Proposal Identification Statement - Cover Letter, Signed copy of Attachment A – E-Rate Supplemental Terms and Conditions, Attachment B – E-Rate Core Network Upgrade 2027 Bid Equipment Response Template in Excel format, Signed copy of Attachment C - Purchase Agreement
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- San Francisco, CA
- Reported agency
- San Francisco Unified School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from San Francisco Unified?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 11, 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 Richelle Hilario.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including San Francisco Unified 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 Richelle Hilario. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Network equipment, Modules, Components, Warranties, And applicable licenses as described on Attachment B - E-Rate Core Network Upgrade 2027 Bid Equipment Response Template; 12 and 24-Port Models (SFP+ Layer 3 Switch supporting native Cisco EIGRP Routing); 48-Port Models (MultiGigabit Copper Switch s. 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: "E-Rate Eligible Costs 50, E-Rate Ineligible Costs 15, Compatibility with Systems 35" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from San Francisco Unified?
All active and historical solicitations from San Francisco Unified are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, San Francisco Unified 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 November 11, 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 Identification Statement - Cover Letter, Signed copy of Attachment A – E-Rate Supplemental Terms and Conditions, Attachment B – E-Rate Core Network Upgrade 2027 Bid Equipment Response Templat. Review the full document from San Francisco Unified for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: San Francisco, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.