FC0002509 – CIENA Equipment for SDAT Westminster

The Maryland Department of Information Technology is requesting proposals for CIENA network equipment for the State Department of Assessments and Taxation (SDAT) Westminster facility under PORFP FC0002509, with proposals due June 1, 2026 at 12:00 PM EST. This procurement is restricted to certified Master Contractors under the Hardware and Associated Equipment and Services 2012 master contract (060B2490022) and is designated as a Small Business Reserve (SBR) procurement.

The scope consists of a single CIENA 3948 router with specified ports and extended temperature capabilities; two AC power cords; five perpetual software licenses covering 10G connectivity, base OS, EVPN, routing/MPLS, and security functions; one Navigator Base software license with enhanced troubleshooting; one SFP transceiver; and four 10 GIG SM SFP+ transceivers (two at 10 KM range, two at 40 KM range). Functional Area V warranty includes one year of Next Business Day Arrival Managed Spares and one year of Select Support for both the 3948 router and Navigator software. Delivery is to 100 Community Place, Crownsville, Maryland 21032, with on-site contacts at 6958 Aviation Boulevard, Suite J, Glen Burnie, Maryland.

Price is the primary evaluation criterion. Bidders must be authorized CIENA resellers and must provide estimated ship dates, lead times, manufacturers' suggested retail price documentation, and pricing valid for at least 90 days following the due date. Questions are due May 29, 2026 at 10:00 AM EST. Responses must be submitted electronically through the eMaryland Marketplace Advantage (eMMA) system, with invoicing directed to doitfiscal.invoiceservice@maryland.gov. A detailed Bill of Materials document specifies equipment quantities and technical requirements to enable competitive pricing comparison.