Reissue FC0002379 Cisco Hyperflex Data Platform for MLDSC

The Maryland Department of Information Technology is requesting proposals for Cisco HyperFlex Data Platform equipment and related services under reissue PORFP FC0002379 A, with proposals due July 24, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. EST. This is a Small Business Reserve (SBR) procurement limited to certified small business vendors and authorized Cisco resellers holding a Letter of Authorization under the existing Hardware and Associated Equipment and Services Master Contract (060B2490022).

The scope covers Functional Area V (Manufacturer's Extended Warranty) with a detailed Bill of Materials attached. Equipment is directed to the Maryland Department of Information Technology at 6958 Aviation Blvd Suite J, Glen Burnie, Maryland 21061, with place of performance at 100 Community Place, Crownsville, Maryland 21032. The contract term is 12 months, beginning October 1, 2026 and ending September 30, 2027, with prepaid billing and no auto-renewal.

Bidders must submit MSRP screenshots, estimated ship dates and lead times, and pricing valid for at least 90 days following the due date. All equipment must be new and unused with no restocking fees assessed for damaged or incorrectly shipped items. Proposals must be submitted electronically through the State's eMaryland Marketplace Advantage (eMMA) system. A 0% MBE goal applies to Functional Area IV. Invoices are billed within 30 days of acceptance for one-time pricing items and on the contract anniversary date for annual pricing items, submitted electronically to doitfiscal.invoiceservice@maryland.gov. Bidders must include a Mercury Affidavit if applicable and complete a "No Bid" form if not submitting a proposal. Questions are due July 22, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. EDT to Procurement Officer Cherise Edmonds at cherise.edmonds@maryland.gov.