ITN 260000000034 Cisco Systems Inc

The Michigan Department of Technology Management and Budget is requesting responses to an Invitation to Negotiate (ITN 260000000034) for enterprise-grade data communications hardware, software, and services, with responses due August 12, 2026. This is a sole-source intent procurement: the state has identified Cisco Systems Inc. as the only vendor capable of maintaining the state's currently installed networking infrastructure.

The scope encompasses unified communications solutions (voice, video, messaging), networking infrastructure (routers, switches, security appliances), wireless connectivity systems, and facility management and intrusion protection systems. The state intends to establish a contract with two base years and two one-year renewal options. Value-added services include maintenance and support contracts, deployment and configuration, consulting and architectural design via Statements of Work, and training and rollout assistance.

The state declined to provide detailed bill of materials, specific Cisco SKUs, detailed item descriptions, or line-item bid documents. Bidders who believe an equivalent product or service is available must submit a written response by August 12, 2026, describing the alternative offering. The state has clarified that while it requires a direct Cisco agreement, Cisco may utilize fulfillment partners to provide necessary services and products. The procurement will not be fulfilled through OMNIA Partners or other purchasing consortiums, as this approach does not align with the state's strategic direction.

The current Participating Addendum under NASPO ValuePoint agreement expires September 30, 2026; the state cited that NASPO's transition to RFX Premier is not aligned with Michigan's procurement and technology goals. Questions were due August 7, 2026, and should be directed to Kristine Mills, Solicitation Manager, at millsk11@michigan.gov or 517-242-6402. No pricing, contract value, funding source, or award timeline was disclosed.