FC0001227 CIENA -DHS On-Net 849 International Drive

The Maryland Department of Information Technology is soliciting proposals for Ciena network communication equipment and related services under Small Business Reserve (SBR) restriction, with a revised proposal due date of December 9, 2025 at 2:00 PM (amended from December 4). Proposals must be submitted through eMaryland Marketplace Advantage (eMMA). Questions are due December 1, 2025 at 2:00 PM EDT.

This procurement is limited to certified small business vendors as an SBR set-aside. Bidders must be authorized Ciena resellers and may be required to provide a Letter of Authorization from the manufacturer or distributor.

The scope covers network communication equipment and services for the DHS On-Net facility at 849 International Drive. Deliverables include one MCP Base Software license; three 3924 chassis units with specified SFP configurations; three perpetual software licenses (10G connectivity, Ethernet/OAM, and Routing/MPLS); three Security software licenses; three AC power cords; and one-year extended warranty packages with enhanced troubleshooting support, managed spares, and select support services. Equipment must be new and unused, supplied without restocking fees for items returned due to damage or incorrect shipment.

The procurement is issued under the existing Hardware and Associated Equipment and Services master contract (060B2490022). Place of performance is 100 Community Place, Crownsville, Maryland 21032. Award is based on lowest price. Pricing must remain valid for at least 90 days following the proposal due date. Vendors must provide estimated ship dates and lead times for each item. Invoices must be submitted electronically to doitfiscal.invoiceservice@maryland.gov and must include contractor information, contract and purchase order numbers, and itemized goods or services. Mercury affidavits are required if applicable.