FC0002771 – CIENA Equipment for AMR D&D

The Maryland Department of Information Technology is requesting proposals for CIENA network communication equipment and associated services supporting the Automated Maryland Records Discovery and Design Round 2 project, with proposals due August 7, 2026 and questions closing July 2, 2026. This is a Small Business Reserve procurement restricted to certified small-business vendors meeting Maryland's statutory requirements; only current Master Contractors under the Hardware and Associated Equipment and Services 2012 contract (060B2490022) are eligible to bid.

The scope includes 68 transceivers (various SFP and SFP+ models), 11 routers, 10 perpetual software licenses for SAOS operating system and networking functionality on model 3948 equipment, 3 perpetual software licenses for model 5130, and manufacturer extended warranty services. The equipment serves the Department of Judicial Services, Department of Rehabilitation Services, Maryland State Department of Education, Washington County Community College, and Maryland Department of Health. Delivery is to 6958 Aviation Boulevard, Suite J, Glen Burnie, Maryland 21061, with place of performance at 100 Community Place, Crownsville, Maryland 21032.

Respondents must be authorized CIENA resellers and submit screenshots of manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP) for each item, along with estimated ship dates and lead times. Pricing must be fixed-price and valid for at least 90 days following bid due date. The MBE goal for installation and training services is zero percent. Bidders must also submit a Mercury Affidavit certifying whether products offered contain mercury, with detailed specification required if mercury is present. The State reserves the right to purchase more or less than specified quantities based on available funding and may request manufacturer authorization documentation.