FC0003809 – Ciena NSR Decom Equipment – Revells Neck

The Maryland Department of Information Technology is requesting proposals for Ciena network communication equipment and support services under a Purchase Order Request for Proposals (PORFP) FC0003809, with proposals due October 30, 2026 at 2:00 PM EST and questions closing October 27 at 2:00 PM EDT. This is a Small Business Reserve procurement restricted to certified small businesses meeting Maryland statutory requirements under State Finance and Procurement Article 14-501–14-505, and bidders must be currently awarded Master Contractors under the Hardware and Associated Equipment and Services 2012 master contract (060B2490022).

The scope covers two fiber optic transceivers (XCVR-S40V55, quantity 2) and one transceiver (XCVR-A40V55, quantity 1), plus one-year manufacturer extended warranty and support contracts for Ciena 3960 and 4200 series managed spares and select support services related to logical and physical decommissioning at Revells Neck, Calvert County. Bidders must be authorized Ciena resellers and may submit a Letter of Authorization with their bid. Delivery is to 6958 Aviation Boulevard, Suite J, Glen Burnie, Maryland 21061; place of performance is 100 Community Place, Crownsville, Maryland 21032.

MBE goals are stated at 0% for applicable functional areas. Proposals will be evaluated primarily on price, with award going to the responsive and responsible contractor offering the most advantageous proposal. Bidders must provide manufacturer's suggested retail price screenshots, estimated ship dates, and pricing valid for at least 90 days post-deadline. A completed Mercury Affidavit must be submitted with proposals, declaring whether offered products contain mercury and quantifying mercury content if applicable. All invoices must be submitted electronically to doitfiscal.invoiceservice@maryland.gov and comply with proper invoice requirements including state contract and purchase order numbers. Contact procurement officer Cherise Edmonds at cherise.edmonds@maryland.gov or 410-697-9672.