Willcox Unified School District E-Rate Form 470 - 27-WUSD Funding Year 2027
Willcox Unified DistrictSchool · Willcox, AZ- Due
- Nov 27, 2026
- 24 days left
- Posted
- Oct 30, 2026
- Duration
- 60 months
- Primary contact
- Kevin Davis
- (520) 384-8606
The 30-second brief
Willcox Unified School District in Willcox, AZ is requesting proposals for E-Rate funding year 2027 services under Form 470 #270003090. The scope includes Category One maintenance and operations for a district-owned fiber wide area network connecting Willcox Elementary School and Willcox High School via approximately 3000 feet of 12-strand single mode fiber in conduit. Category Two requests comprise internal connections and basic maintenance for switches and wireless access points, specifically 54 enterprise licenses for existing Meraki switches (M225-24P, MS225-48FP, MS350-48FP) and 91 licenses for MR57 Enterprise wireless access points. Submissions are due by November 27, 2026. Pricing must comply with FCC Lowest Corresponding Price rules and include options for annual extensions up to 60 months.
Data Transmission and/or Internet Access, Category One Maintenance and Operations, Switches and Necessary Software and Licenses, Basic Maintenance of Internal Connections, Wireless Access Points and Necessary Software and Licenses
Price being the primary factor
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Summary
Willcox Unified School District in Willcox, AZ is requesting proposals for E-Rate funding year 2027 services under Form 470 #270003090.
The scope includes Category One maintenance and operations for a district-owned fiber wide area network connecting Willcox Elementary School and Willcox High School via approximately 3000 feet of 12-strand single mode fiber in conduit. Category Two requests comprise internal connections and basic maintenance for switches and wireless access points, specifically 54 enterprise licenses for existing Meraki switches (M225-24P, MS225-48FP, MS350-48FP) and 91 licenses for MR57 Enterprise wireless access points. Submissions are due by November 27, 2026. Pricing must comply with FCC Lowest Corresponding Price rules and include options for annual extensions up to 60 months.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price being the primary factor
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Data Transmission and/or Internet Access
- Category One Maintenance and Operations
- Switches and Necessary Software and Licenses
- Basic Maintenance of Internal Connections
- Wireless Access Points and Necessary Software and Licenses
- Scope location
- Willcox, AZ
- Reported agency
- Willcox Unified School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Willcox Unified District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 27, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. For questions, contact Kevin Davis.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Willcox Unified District in AZ, 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 Kevin Davis at (520) 384-8606. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Data Transmission and/or Internet Access, Category One Maintenance and Operations, Switches and Necessary Software and Licenses, Basic Maintenance of Internal Connections, Wireless Access Points and Necessary Software and Licenses. 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 being the primary factor" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Willcox Unified District?
All active and historical solicitations from Willcox Unified District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Willcox Unified District 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 60 months. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 27, 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. Review the full document from Willcox Unified District for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Willcox, AZ. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.