Cisco Switch Replacement

The Ohio Department of Administrative Services (DAS) is seeking to procure Cisco networking equipment through a state contract opportunity focused on switch replacement. Specifically, the procurement involves purchasing one additional Cisco 9300 Switch and five 1GB Modules to complete a previous equipment deployment. The primary objective is to replace end-of-life (EOL) Cisco 3850 switches in two specific locations: IDF 35E on the 7th and 8th floors, with three switches being replaced on the 7th floor and two switches supporting a return-to-work infrastructure initiative on the 8th floor. The contract opportunity was posted on December 8, 2025, with proposals due by December 29, 2025, indicating a relatively short procurement timeline of approximately three weeks. Vendors responding to this opportunity will need to provide Cisco-compatible networking switches and associated 1GB modules that meet the specified technical requirements and can seamlessly integrate with the existing network infrastructure.

While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed in the provided documentation, potential vendors should be prepared to demonstrate technical capabilities specific to Cisco networking equipment and enterprise-level switch deployment. The procurement appears to be a continuation of a previous equipment acquisition, suggesting that the selected vendor should have established experience with Cisco networking solutions and the ability to support state government technology refresh initiatives. The contract seems to be a targeted procurement by the Department of Administrative Services, likely with a moderate budget range consistent with enterprise networking equipment purchases. Vendors will need to provide detailed technical specifications demonstrating compatibility with existing Cisco infrastructure and the ability to support the state's network modernization efforts. Although exact budget figures are not specified, similar networking equipment procurements typically range from $50,000 to $250,000 depending on specific technical requirements and quantity of switches and modules.