Whittier Union High School District WAN Data Circuits RFP # 2027-C1-001 - 2027
Whittier Union HighSchool · Whittier, CA- Due
- Dec 4, 2026
- 31 days left
- Posted
- Oct 16, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Charles Bethel
- (562) 698-8121
The 30-second brief
Whittier Union High School District is seeking proposals for 5 Data Transmission Service circuits to establish a Wide Area Network (WAN) connecting the WUHSD District Office to five school sites: California High School, La Serna High School, Pioneer High School, Santa Fe High School, and Whittier High School in Whittier, CA. The procurement is conducted under E-Rate Form 470 # 270002158 for Funding Year 2027, requesting 10Gbps and 25Gbps (or closest) standalone data transmission service options with lit or dark fiber optic connections. The initial contract term is 3 years with two voluntary 12-month extension options, with pricing firm through September 30, 2030. The submission deadline for proposals is December 4, 2026, at 2:00 PM PST, following an RFI deadline of November 11, 2026. Evaluation criteria prioritize cost of eligible goods and services (25 points), experience with the District (20 points), and vendor quote meeting minimum specifications (15 points).
5 Data Transmission Service circuits, 10Gbps and 25Gbps bandwidth options, Lit or dark fiber optic connections
Cost of eligible goods and services 25, Vendor quote meets district's minimum specifications 15, Experience with the District 20, Ability to deliver service at the start of the funding year 10, Ability to deliver service throughout the District geographic region 10, References 10, Financial stability 10
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Summary
Whittier Union High School District is seeking proposals for 5 Data Transmission Service circuits to establish a Wide Area Network (WAN) connecting the WUHSD District Office to five school sites: California High School, La Serna High School, Pioneer High School, Santa Fe High School, and Whittier High School in Whittier, CA. The procurement is conducted under E-Rate Form 470 # 270002158 for Funding Year 2027, requesting 10Gbps and 25Gbps (or closest) standalone data transmission service options with lit or dark fiber optic connections.
The initial contract term is 3 years with two voluntary 12-month extension options, with pricing firm through September 30, 2030. The submission deadline for proposals is December 4, 2026, at 2:00 PM PST, following an RFI deadline of November 11, 2026. Evaluation criteria prioritize cost of eligible goods and services (25 points), experience with the District (20 points), and vendor quote meeting minimum specifications (15 points).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Cost of eligible goods and services 25, Vendor quote meets district's minimum specifications 15, Experience with the District 20, Ability to deliver service at the start of the funding year 10, Ability to deliver service throughout the District geographic region 10, References 10, Financial stability 10
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- 5 Data Transmission Service circuits
- 10Gbps and 25Gbps bandwidth options
- Lit or dark fiber optic connections
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Three references describing experience within K-12 customer environment
- Service Provider's SPIN number
- Service Provider's FCC Registration Number (FRN)
- E-Rate Supplemental Terms and Conditions signed copy
- Submit to
- Whittier Union High School District, Attn: Charles Bethel, 9401 S. Painter Ave, Whittier, CA 90605
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Whittier, CA
- Reported agency
- Whittier Union High School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Whittier Union High?
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: Whittier Union High School District, Attn: Charles Bethel, 9401 S. Painter Ave, Whittier, CA 90605. For questions, contact Charles Bethel.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Whittier Union High 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 Charles Bethel at (562) 698-8121. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 5 Data Transmission Service circuits, 10Gbps and 25Gbps bandwidth options, Lit or dark fiber optic connections. 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: "Cost of eligible goods and services 25, Vendor quote meets district's minimum specifications 15, Experience with the District 20, Ability to deliver service at the start of the funding year 10, Abilit..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Whittier Union High?
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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: Three references describing experience within K-12 customer environment, Service Provider's SPIN number, Service Provider's FCC Registration Number (FRN), E-Rate Supplemental Terms and Conditions sign. Review the full document from Whittier Union High for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Whittier, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.