Juniper Renewal

The State of Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) has issued a Purchase Order Request for Proposals (PORFP) for a Juniper renewal contract. The contract term is from July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025. The PORFP covers multiple functional areas including servers, printers, network communications equipment, installation and training services, extended warranty, and security equipment. The contract is a Hardware Master Contract opportunity, and only Master Contractors awarded the Hardware 2012 Master Contract #060B2490022 are eligible to submit bids. Bids are due by May 23, 2024 at 12pm Eastern Time, and the award will be made to the most advantageous proposal based on price and the stated evaluation criteria.

This is a small business reserve procurement, meaning only certified small businesses are eligible for award. Bidders must provide a Mercury Affidavit and may be required to provide a Letter of Authorization from the manufacturer. The evaluation criteria prioritize a responsive and responsible bidder with the most favorable price. There is no information provided on any incumbent vendors or current contractors, or the potential award value or budget range.