San Juan Unified School District - E-Rate Internet, Ethernet, Switch & Firewall Services - RFP 2027
San Juan UnifiedSchool · Carmichael, CA- Due
- Nov 25, 2026
- 23 days left
- Posted
- Oct 28, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Peter Skibitzki
- (916) 979-8740
The 30-second brief
San Juan Unified School District is seeking proposals for E-Rate Funding Year 2027 covering Data Transmission, Internet Access, Internal Connections, and Basic Maintenance of Internal Connections. Requested items include 5Gbps to 20Gbps Internet Access and 500Mbps to 100Gbps Data Transport services across 78 entities on 3-year or 5-year terms, Aruba or equivalent switch equipment and antennas, and Palo Alto PA5540 firewall appliances with related support and licensing. Submission deadline is November 25, 2026. The procurement includes associated RFPs 27_106 through 27_109 and Exhibit D pricing worksheets.
Internet Access and Data Transmission Service, Standalone Internet Access Service, Standalone Data Transmission Service, Switches and Necessary Software and Licenses, Firewall Service, Components, And Necessary Software and Licenses, Antennas, Connectors, And Related Components, PA5540 Firewall Appliances
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Summary
San Juan Unified School District is seeking proposals for E-Rate Funding Year 2027 covering Data Transmission, Internet Access, Internal Connections, and Basic Maintenance of Internal Connections.
Requested items include 5Gbps to 20Gbps Internet Access and 500Mbps to 100Gbps Data Transport services across 78 entities on 3-year or 5-year terms, Aruba or equivalent switch equipment and antennas, and Palo Alto PA5540 firewall appliances with related support and licensing. Submission deadline is November 25, 2026. The procurement includes associated RFPs 27_106 through 27_109 and Exhibit D pricing worksheets.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
11- Internet Access and Data Transmission Service
- Standalone Internet Access Service
- Standalone Data Transmission Service
- Switches and Necessary Software and Licenses
- Firewall Service
- Components
- Necessary Software and Licenses
- Antennas
- Connectors
- Related Components
- PA5540 Firewall Appliances
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
San Juan YR 30 RFP 27_106 Internet Service.pdf, San Juan YR 30 RFP 27_107 Ethernet Service.pdf, San Juan YR 30 RFP 27_107 Ethernet exhibit _D_ bid pricing sheet.xlsx, San Juan YR 30 RFP 27_108 Switch Equipment.pdf, San Juan YR 30 RFP 27_108 Switch exhibit _D_ bid Cost Proposal pricing sheet.xlsx, San Juan YR 30 RFP 27_109 Firewall Appliance and Support.pdf, San Juan YR 30 RFP 27_109 Firewall exhibit _D_ bid Cost Proposal pricing sheet.xlsx
- Submit to
- https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270002379/144543/
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Carmichael, CA
- Reported agency
- San Juan Unified School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from San Juan Unified?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 25, 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: https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270002379/144543/. For questions, contact Peter Skibitzki.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including San Juan 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 Peter Skibitzki at (916) 979-8740. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Internet Access and Data Transmission Service, Standalone Internet Access Service, Standalone Data Transmission Service, Switches and Necessary Software and Licenses, Firewall Service, Components, And Necessary Software and Licenses, Antennas, Connectors, And Related Components, PA5540 Firewall Appl. 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" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from San Juan Unified?
All active and historical solicitations from San Juan Unified are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, San Juan 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 5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 25, 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: San Juan YR 30 RFP 27_106 Internet Service.pdf, San Juan YR 30 RFP 27_107 Ethernet Service.pdf, San Juan YR 30 RFP 27_107 Ethernet exhibit _D_ bid pricing sheet.xlsx, San Juan YR 30 RFP 27_108 Switch. Review the full document from San Juan 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: Carmichael, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.