CISCO Threat Defense Subscription Extension & CISCO Smart Net Total Care

The state of Ohio is seeking to procure a Cisco Threat Defense Subscription Extension and Cisco Smart Net Total Care service for four Cisco Firepower 4110 Threat Defense devices. The primary objective of this procurement is to extend support and licensing for these network security devices from April 11, 2025, to August 31, 2025. This short-term extension is strategically designed to align the expiration dates of multiple equipment units in the future, preventing staggered renewal cycles. The contract opportunity, identified by the State Local Contract Opportunity ID 680fa961bc87657507082348, was posted on April 28, 2025, with a proposal submission deadline of May 5, 2025. Potential vendors must provide comprehensive support and licensing services for the specified Cisco network security infrastructure, ensuring continuous protection and operational readiness of the state's network systems.

While no specific set-aside designations or restrictions on vendor participation were explicitly mentioned in the contract opportunity details, potential respondents should be prepared to demonstrate expertise in Cisco network security solutions and support services. The contract appears to be focused on direct procurement from qualified technology service providers with specific Cisco product knowledge. No incumbent vendor information was provided, and the existing infrastructure consists of four Cisco Firepower 4110 Threat Defense devices that require continued support. Although a precise budget range was not specified, the short-term nature of the extension suggests a targeted, focused procurement with a relatively defined scope of services. Vendors interested in responding to this opportunity should carefully review the technical requirements and be prepared to provide a comprehensive support solution that meets the state of Ohio's network security needs.