FC0001227 Reissue CIENA -DHS On-Net 849 International Drive

The Maryland Department of Information Technology is requesting proposals for Ciena network communication equipment and manufacturer's extended warranty services under PORFP FC0001227, with proposals due December 19, 2025 at 2:00 PM. This procurement is a Small Business Reserve (SBR) limited to certified small business vendors and existing Master Contractors under the Hardware and Associated Equipment and Services 2012 contract (060B2490022).

The scope comprises three Ciena 3924 chassis units with associated software licenses (base OS, 10G, routing/MPLS, and security), an MCP base software perpetual license, three AC power cords, and one-year support warranties including enhanced troubleshooting and managed spares. Equipment serves the DHS On-Net location at 849 International Drive in Maryland. Place of performance is 100 Community Place, Crownsville, MD 21032, with on-site contacts at 6958 Aviation Blvd Suite J, Glen Burnie, MD 21061.

Award will be made to the responsive and responsible Master Contractor providing the most advantageous offer based on lowest price as the primary evaluation criterion. Bidders must be authorized Ciena resellers and provide a Letter of Authorization from the manufacturer, along with screenshots of manufacturer's suggested retail prices. Pricing must remain valid for at least 90 days following the bid due date.

Questions are due December 17, 2025 at 2:00 PM EDT to Procurement Officer Cherise Edmonds. The state reserves the right to purchase more or less than specified quantities depending on available funding. Invoices must be submitted electronically to doitfiscal.invoiceservice@maryland.gov within 30 days of acceptance for one-time pricing items and annually for items with annual pricing, beginning within 30 days of contract start.