Network Switches for OIT

The Department of the Interior Bureau of Indian Affairs Central Office is seeking to procure network switching equipment for its Office of Information Technology (OIT), specifically Cisco Catalyst 9300L switches with various port configurations, DNA support licenses, stacking kits, power supplies, and SFP transceivers. The solicitation (140A1625Q0029) requires quoters to submit comprehensive company information, a completed Indian Economic Enterprise (IEE) Representation Form, and pricing using the attached pricing sheet. Quotes must be submitted via email to Maggie Main by 2:00 PM EST on April 7, 2025, with a final quote due date of April 21, 2025. The contract will be a Firm Fixed-Price (FFP) Purchase Order with a 90-day delivery period after award. Evaluation criteria are not explicitly detailed in the provided documents, but the solicitation emphasizes compliance with IEE requirements and accurate pricing submission.

The procurement is 100% set-aside for Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEEs) under NAICS code 541519 with a small business size standard of $34M. The contract will be administered by the BIA Central Office in Reston, VA, with equipment delivery to the BIA OIMT in Albuquerque, NM. Market research identified 499 potential ISBEE sources, and the procurement targets refreshing aging network infrastructure. The solicitation covers multiple line items with quantities ranging from 1 to 95 units, including various switch models and network infrastructure components. While specific award value is not disclosed, the comprehensive nature of the equipment procurement suggests a significant investment in network infrastructure modernization for the Bureau of Indian Affairs.