Switchgear for MCIW

The Maryland Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services is requesting proposals for a one-time purchase of Cisco switchgear for the Maryland Correctional Institution – Western (MCIW) under PORFP Q00P6601767, with proposals due December 2, 2025 at 3:00 p.m. EST. This procurement is a Small Business Reserve (SBR) set-aside limited to certified small business vendors meeting Maryland State Finance and Procurement Article requirements (14-501 to 14-505); only current SBR Master Contractors under Hardware Master Contract #060B2490022 are authorized to bid.

The scope covers Functional Area III (Network Communication Equipment) and Functional Area V (Manufacturer's Extended Warranty) under the statewide Hardware Master Contract #060B2490022. Specific product models and quantities are detailed in the bid form. All equipment must be new and unused. Deliverables ship to the DPSCS ITCD Warehouse at 7122 Ambassador Road, Windsor Mill, Maryland 21244.

Bidders must submit proposals electronically through the State's eMaryland Marketplace Advantage (eMMA) system and provide manufacturer authorization documentation, screenshots of Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP), estimated ship dates and lead times, and valid pricing for at least 90 days post-due date. Mercury Affidavits apply where applicable. Invoicing for this one-time purchase must occur within 30 days of acceptance directed to dpscs.accountspayable@maryland.gov. No restocking fees are permitted for items returned due to damage or incorrect shipment.

Addendum No. 1, issued November 23, 2025, extended the original proposal due date from November 24, 2025 to December 2, 2025. Primary contact is John Simpson at 667-425-6203 or john.simpson2@maryland.gov; on-site coordination is through Bill Crippen at 443-790-8028.