FC0001217 Aruba/HP Controller Maintenance Renewal 2026-2027

The Maryland Department of Information Technology is requesting proposals for Aruba/HPE Master Maintenance renewal services covering April 10, 2026 through April 9, 2027 under solicitation FC0001217, with proposals due December 9, 2025 at 2:00 PM. This is a Small Business Reserve procurement limited to certified small business vendors meeting Maryland statutory requirements, and bidders must be authorized Aruba resellers holding Master Contractor status under the existing Hardware and Associated Equipment and Services contract 060B2490022.

The scope is Manufacturer's Extended Warranty services, specifically HPE Foundation Care NBD Exchange Service for Aruba controller maintenance. The requirement covers one unit (part number H8A01AC) providing coverage for inventory items numbered 000002 through 0000093 as detailed in HPE quotation 2002863124. Bidders must submit a Letter of Authorization from the manufacturer or distributor, provide screenshots of Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price, and furnish pricing valid for at least 90 days following the due date. Warranty services will be billed annually beginning within 30 days of contract start and on subsequent anniversaries, invoiced electronically to doitfiscal.invoiceservice@maryland.gov. No restocking fees may be imposed for items returned due to damage or incorrect shipment.

Place of performance and delivery is 6958 Aviation Blvd Suite J, Glen Burnie, Maryland 21061. Price is the primary evaluation criterion for award selection. Questions are due December 2, 2025 at 2:00 PM. The state reserves the right to purchase more or less than specified quantities as limited by available funding. Amendment #1, issued December 5, 2025, extended the original proposal deadline to December 9, 2025 at 2:00 PM.