Weaver Union School District - Data Communications Services - E-Rate Year 2026 RFP WUSD-ERATE-2026-01
Weaver UnionSchool · Merced, CA- Due
- Feb 24, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Dec 30, 2025
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Mike Weber
- (209) 723-7606
The 30-second brief
Weaver Union School District is requesting proposals for data communications services, including leased lit fiber point-to-point circuits, leased lit fiber with physically diverse paths in a ring topology, leased dark fiber point-to-point circuits, and leased dark fiber circuits with diverse paths for E-Rate Year 2026 (7/1/2026 to 6/30/2027, with contracts up to 5 years). The project involves connecting sites such as Weaver District Office MDF, Weaver Middle School, and Farmdale Elementary School in Merced, CA, with 10 Gbps speeds and IPv6 support. Bids are due by Tuesday, February 24, 2026, at 2:00 PM Pacific. Questions must be received by Monday, January 19, 2026. Vendors must possess a Service Provider Identification Number (SPIN) and comply with California Prevailing Wage and DIR registration requirements.
Leased lit fiber point-to-point circuits, Leased lit fiber with physically diverse paths in a ring topology, Leased dark fiber point-to-point circuits, Leased dark fiber circuits with diverse paths, 10 Gbps bandwidth services
Price/Charges (35%), Meets technical specifications and design (20%), Prior experience (15%), SPI vendor (10%), Impact to WUSD cash flow (10%), Non E-Rate eligible charges (10%)
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Summary
Weaver Union School District is requesting proposals for data communications services, including leased lit fiber point-to-point circuits, leased lit fiber with physically diverse paths in a ring topology, leased dark fiber point-to-point circuits, and leased dark fiber circuits with diverse paths for E-Rate Year 2026 (7/1/2026 to 6/30/2027, with contracts up to 5 years).
The project involves connecting sites such as Weaver District Office MDF, Weaver Middle School, and Farmdale Elementary School in Merced, CA, with 10 Gbps speeds and IPv6 support. Bids are due by Tuesday, February 24, 2026, at 2:00 PM Pacific. Questions must be received by Monday, January 19, 2026. Vendors must possess a Service Provider Identification Number (SPIN) and comply with California Prevailing Wage and DIR registration requirements.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Leased lit fiber point-to-point circuits, Leased lit fiber with physically diverse paths in a ring topology, Leased dark fiber point-to-point circuits, Leased dark fiber circuits with diverse paths, 10 Gbps bandwidth services
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
13- ORIGINAL & COMPLETE bid signed in BLUE ink
- One photo-copy of all pages
- Two copies of product information specifications
- Service Provider Identification Number (SPIN)
- Conditional Waiver and Release Upon Payment form
- Bid Bond of 10% (for non-telecommunication items)
- Noncollusion affidavit
- Vendor's certificate regarding workers' compensation
- Contractor's certificate regarding drug-free workplace
- Contractor's certificate regarding alcoholic beverage and tobacco-free campus policy
- Workplace contractor certification regarding background checks
- Bidder information form
- Offer to Weaver Union School District
- Submit to
- Mike Weber, Superintendent, Weaver Union School District, 1240 D Street, Merced, CA 95341
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Merced, CA
- Reported agency
- Weaver Union School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Weaver Union?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 24, 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: Mike Weber, Superintendent, Weaver Union School District, 1240 D Street, Merced, CA 95341. For questions, contact Mike Weber.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Weaver Union 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 Mike Weber at (209) 723-7606. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Leased lit fiber point-to-point circuits, Leased lit fiber with physically diverse paths in a ring topology, Leased dark fiber point-to-point circuits, Leased dark fiber circuits with diverse paths, 10 Gbps bandwidth services. 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/Charges (35%), Meets technical specifications and design (20%), Prior experience (15%), SPI vendor (10%), Impact to WUSD cash flow (10%), Non E-Rate eligible charges (10%)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Weaver Union?
All active and historical solicitations from Weaver Union are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Weaver Union 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.
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: ORIGINAL & COMPLETE bid signed in BLUE ink, one photo-copy of all pages, two copies of product information specifications, Service Provider Identification Number (SPIN), Conditional Waiver and Release. Review the full document from Weaver Union for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Merced, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.