Juniper Switches

This state and local contracting opportunity is for the procurement of Juniper network switches by the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD). The agency is seeking proposals for the removal and replacement of existing network switches in four wiring closets at the Lanham office. The required scope of work includes removing the existing switches, replacing patch cords with short CAT6 cables, and replicating the port configurations, VLANs, routes, speed, and duplexing settings. The PORFP calls for 21 Juniper EX4100-48P 48-port switches, along with associated power cords, optics, and installation/training services. Proposals are due on May 6, 2024 by 12:00 PM Eastern Time, and the contract will have a 5-year warranty period.

This procurement is designated as a Small Business Reserve (SBR) with a 25% Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) participation goal for the installation and training services. Only Master Contractors awarded under the State's Hardware Master Contract #060B2490022 are eligible to submit proposals. The award will be made to the responsive and responsible Master Contractor that provides the most advantageous offer based on price and technical factors.