IFB B56047A Wide Area Network Aggregation Redesign Switch Upgrade

The Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) is issuing Invitation for Bid (IFB) B50647-A for the procurement of Cisco network switches, accessories, and associated licenses required for the second phase of a Wide Area Network (WAN) aggregation redesign switch upgrade across multiple enterprise network locations in Fulton County, Georgia. The specific deliverables include 16 Cisco Catalyst 9300X 12x25G fiber port switches, 6 Cisco Catalyst 9300L Mini 48-port switches, 1 Cisco Catalyst 9300X 24x25G fiber port switch, and various transceiver modules and accessories totaling 73 line items. The project targets eight sites and the Train Control Room, with all costs for procurement, delivery, and licensing being the contractor's responsibility. Bidders must be authorized Cisco resellers sourcing equipment within the authorized U.S. market and must submit written questions by November 10, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. local time. Bids must be received by December 2, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. local time at the MARTA Annex Building, with public bid opening scheduled for December 3, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. at MARTA Headquarters. The contract term is one year from the Notice to Proceed, with expected delivery within 60 days of that notice. All bidding documents are available for download from MARTA's website at www.itsmarta.com beginning October 27, 2025, and inquiries should be directed to Francine Jackson, Contract Specialist III, at fjackson3-ctr@itsmarta.com or (404) 848-5233.

The solicitation does not identify any specific set-aside designations, disadvantaged enterprise restrictions, or incumbent vendor information in the available documentation. Bidders must comply with Georgia's Illegal Immigration Reform and Enforcement Act, maintain E-Verify enrollment, and adhere to MARTA's Code of Ethics and conflict of interest policies. Required insurance coverage includes Workers' Compensation at Georgia statutory limits, Commercial General Liability of $2,000,000 per occurrence/$4,000,000 aggregate, Commercial Automobile Liability of $1,000,000, Cyber Liability of $2,000,000, and Errors & Omissions Liability of $2,000,000, with all carriers meeting A.M. Best ratings of A- or better with Financial Size Category Class IX or higher. Payment will be made within 30 days of invoice receipt and acceptance of goods via MARTA's Self-Invoicing Portal, with MARTA exempted from state and federal taxes that should not be included in pricing. The solicitation does not specify a total budget range or award value in the available documents.