Soledad Unified School District High Speed Internet Services RFP IT-26/27-01 2026
Soledad UnifiedSchool · Soledad, CA- Due
- Dec 4, 2026
- 23 days left
- Posted
- Nov 5, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Annette Trujillo
- (831) 678-3987
The 30-second brief
Soledad Unified School District is seeking competitive proposals for high-speed internet access and data transmission services for E-Rate funding year 2027-2028. The project covers 1 Gbps, 2 Gbps, and 5 Gbps bandwidth tiers across 8 school sites and the district office in Soledad, CA. The contract term is 3 years with two optional 1-year extensions. Proposals are due by December 4, 2026, at 4:00 PM. An optional site walk is scheduled for November 13, 2026, and written questions are due by November 19, 2026. Required qualifications include a valid SPIN and FCC Green Light Status.
High-speed internet access services, 1 Gbps, 2 Gbps, And 5 Gbps bandwidth connections, SFP+ transceiver, Managed solution hardware and software
Price of E-rate Eligible Services and/or Products 30%, Experience with District 25%, Provided a documented procedure for problem escalation including upper management contact information 20%, Cost of E-rate ineligible products and/or services 10%, Ability to deliver service at start of funding year 10%, California K-12 School District References 5%
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Summary
Soledad Unified School District is seeking competitive proposals for high-speed internet access and data transmission services for E-Rate funding year 2027-2028.
The project covers 1 Gbps, 2 Gbps, and 5 Gbps bandwidth tiers across 8 school sites and the district office in Soledad, CA. The contract term is 3 years with two optional 1-year extensions. Proposals are due by December 4, 2026, at 4:00 PM. An optional site walk is scheduled for November 13, 2026, and written questions are due by November 19, 2026. Required qualifications include a valid SPIN and FCC Green Light Status.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price of E-rate Eligible Services and/or Products 30%, Experience with District 25%, Provided a documented procedure for problem escalation including upper management contact information 20%, Cost of E-rate ineligible products and/or services 10%, Ability to deliver service at start of funding year 10%, California K-12 School District References 5%
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- High-speed internet access services
- 1 Gbps
- 2 Gbps
- 5 Gbps bandwidth connections
- SFP+ transceiver
- Managed solution hardware and software
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
11- Proposal form
- E-Rate Supplemental Terms and Conditions
- Non-collusion statement
- Certificate regarding workers' compensation
- Acknowledgment of bidding practices regarding indemnity
- Certificate of a drug-free workplace
- Certification regarding alcohol and tobacco free campus
- Certification of employee criminal background checks
- E-Rate certification
- Service provider references and responsibility information
- Service provider questionnaire
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Soledad, CA
- Reported agency
- Soledad Unified School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Soledad Unified?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 4, 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 Annette Trujillo.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Soledad 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 Annette Trujillo at (831) 678-3987. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: High-speed internet access services, 1 Gbps, 2 Gbps, And 5 Gbps bandwidth connections, SFP+ transceiver, Managed solution hardware and software. 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 of E-rate Eligible Services and/or Products 30%, Experience with District 25%, Provided a documented procedure for problem escalation including upper management contact information 20%, Cost of..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Soledad Unified?
All active and historical solicitations from Soledad Unified are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Soledad 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 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: Proposal form, E-Rate Supplemental Terms and Conditions, Non-collusion statement, Certificate regarding workers' compensation, Acknowledgment of bidding practices regarding indemnity, Certificate of a. Review the full document from Soledad 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: Soledad, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.