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San Francisco Unified School District WLAN Infrastructure E-Rate 2027 RFP - Project No. 12633

San Francisco Unified logoSan Francisco Unified
Due
Nov 11, 2026
13 days left
Posted
Oct 14, 2026
Contract term
3 years
Primary contact
Richelle Hilario
(415) 241-6169

The 30-second brief

What they're buying

San Francisco Unified School District is seeking proposals for the E-Rate Eligible Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) Infrastructure Equipment Upgrade project, RFP No. SFUSD-PD-FY27_#89, Project No. 12633. The scope includes furnishing wireless access points, antennas, connectors, software, licenses, virtual controllers, and data plane security gateway appliances. Quantities include 300 wireless access points, 150 antennas/connectors, and associated hardware or equivalents. Proposals are due by November 11, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. PST, submitted via email to [email protected]. Evaluation criteria cover E-Rate eligible costs, E-Rate ineligible costs, and compatibility with existing systems.

What you must deliver

Wireless access points, Antennas, Connectors, Software, Licenses, Virtual controllers, Data plane security gateway appliances

How it's scored

E-Rate Eligible Costs (45 points), E-Rate Ineligible Costs (15 points), Compatibility with Existing Systems (40 points)

13 days left to submitDue Nov 11

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Summary

San Francisco Unified School District is seeking proposals for the E-Rate Eligible Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) Infrastructure Equipment Upgrade project, RFP No.

SFUSD-PD-FY27_#89, Project No. 12633. The scope includes furnishing wireless access points, antennas, connectors, software, licenses, virtual controllers, and data plane security gateway appliances. Quantities include 300 wireless access points, 150 antennas/connectors, and associated hardware or equivalents. Proposals are due by November 11, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. PST, submitted via email to [email protected]. Evaluation criteria cover E-Rate eligible costs, E-Rate ineligible costs, and compatibility with existing systems.

EVALUATION CRITERIA

E-Rate Eligible Costs45 pts
E-Rate Ineligible Costs15 pts
Compatibility with Existing Systems40 pts

REQUIRED DELIVERABLES

7
  • Wireless access points
  • Antennas
  • Connectors
  • Software
  • Licenses
  • Virtual controllers
  • Data plane security gateway appliances

REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS

Proposal Identification Statement - Cover Letter, Signed copy of Attachment A - E-Rate Supplemental Terms and Conditions, Attachment B - E-Rate WLAN Infrastructure 2027 Bid Equipment Response Template, Signed copy of Attachment C - Purchase Agreement

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 at (415) 241-6169. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.

What are the key deliverables?

The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Wireless access points, Antennas, Connectors, Software, Licenses, Virtual controllers, Data plane security gateway appliances. 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 (45 points), E-Rate Ineligible Costs (15 points), Compatibility with Existing Systems (40 points)" 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 WLAN Infrastructure 2027 Bid Equipment Response Template. 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.

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