Moxa Network Switches

Norwich Public Utilities (NPU) is conducting a solicitation (Bid Number 24-43) for the procurement of specific Moxa network switches to support their utility network infrastructure. The invitation to bid is open from May 14, 2024, at 12:00:00 PM EDT to May 22, 2024, at 2:00:00 PM EDT, with all vendors eligible to submit proposals. NPU is exclusively seeking Moxa network switches and will not consider alternative technologies, indicating a precise technical requirement for their existing utility system. The procurement is specifically located in New London County, Connecticut, with all bids to be submitted directly to Robert Castronova at Norwich City Hall. Delivery terms are specified as Free On Board Destination, and payment terms will be vendor-specified. The solicitation documents indicate no line items have been defined, and no estimated total contract value is provided in the available documentation.

The solicitation does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations, meaning all vendors are welcome to submit proposals. No incumbent vendor information is disclosed, and there are no mentioned preferences for disadvantaged business enterprises or small businesses. The procurement appears to be a straightforward technology replacement or expansion of NPU's existing network infrastructure, focusing specifically on Moxa network switches used in their utility operations. No budget range or estimated contract value is provided in the solicitation documents. The point of contact, Robert Castronova, can be reached at 860-823-3770 or rcastronova@cityofnorwich.org for any potential vendor inquiries about the bid. Interested vendors should carefully review the accompanying detailed IFB (Invitation for Bid) document referenced in the solicitation materials.