FC0002507 – CIENA Equipment for DHS BC379 – 3029 E Biddle St

Baltimore City is procuring CIENA equipment for the Department of Human Services (DHS) facility located at 3029 E Biddle Street under contract opportunity FC0002507. This procurement was posted on May 20, 2026, with a submission deadline of June 1, 2026. The solicitation seeks qualified vendors to supply and deliver CIENA networking or telecommunications equipment to support DHS operations at the specified facility. While the complete scope of work detailing specific equipment specifications, quantities, delivery timelines, and performance requirements is referenced in the associated contract documents, bidders should expect to provide equipment that meets the technical requirements for the DHS facility and demonstrate their capability to deliver and install the equipment as required. Prospective vendors must be prepared to submit proposals that address how their offerings will meet the facility's operational needs and comply with all applicable procurement regulations and requirements by the June 1, 2026 deadline.

The procurement requires bidders to execute a Mercury Affidavit as a compliance and certification document, which bidders must submit to demonstrate their qualifications and adherence to applicable regulations governing this equipment procurement. This affidavit serves as a prerequisite supporting document in the bidding process and may indicate specific compliance requirements or certifications that winning contractors must maintain throughout the contract period. The solicitation documents do not specify particular set-asides for disadvantaged enterprises, minority-owned businesses, or women-owned businesses, though bidders should review the complete RFQ or IFB for any applicable preferences or restrictions. No incumbent vendor information, existing infrastructure details requiring integration, or specific budget ranges are detailed in the available summary materials. Interested vendors are encouraged to obtain the complete solicitation documents from Baltimore City to review all technical specifications, evaluation criteria, pricing instructions, and any additional requirements necessary to prepare a competitive bid.