J02P4600016 - Patton Electronics

This is a procurement by the Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT) State Highway Administration for the purchase of up to 300 ruggedized Ethernet extender devices from Patton Electronics. The purpose is to establish a copper interconnect network to connect traffic signals and cellular modems to a central file server at the Glen Burnie Data Center. This will enable improved traffic signal timing to help manage congestion, as well as remote troubleshooting capabilities for technicians. The contract also includes options for installation, training, warranty, and security/camera equipment. Proposals are due by October 16, 2023, and the contract will be awarded to the Master Contractor whose proposal is most advantageous to the State, considering price and other evaluation factors. The Master Contractor must be an authorized reseller for Patton Electronics and provide a screenshot of the Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) with the bid.

This is a Small Business Reserve (SBR) restricted solicitation, limiting responses to certified small businesses. No incumbent vendors or contract values are provided. The solicitation includes a 0% Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) goal for the installation and training services portion. Vendors must complete a Mercury Affidavit confirming whether any offered products contain mercury and, if so, providing details on the mercury content.