Description
The State of Maryland’s Department of Information Technology is issuing a Purchase Order Request for Proposals (PORFP) to acquire Ciena network communication equipment, associated software licenses, and related peripherals for the “New On‑Net” project at 100 Painters Mill Rd (Crownsville, MD). Only vendors that are Master Contractors under the existing Hardware and Associated Equipment and Services 2012 contract (060B2490022) and that meet Small Business Reserve (SBR) certification requirements may submit. The solicitation calls for routers, optical transceivers, power cables, software licenses (SAOS 10G, EVPN, MPLS, Security), and optional warranty/support services. Bids must be submitted electronically via the eMaryland Marketplace Advantage (eMMA) system by 2:00 PM EST on 20 Oct 2026. Questions are due by 16 Oct 2026. The award will be made to the responsive, responsible Master Contractor offering the most advantageous price and meeting all technical specifications.
• Required hardware: Ciena 3948 router (1 unit) with SFP+ modules, optics, power cable, etc.
• Required software: Perpetual licenses for SAOS base OS, EVPN, MPLS, and security features.
• Optional services: 1‑year global support, managed spares, and extended warranty.
• Eligibility: Must be an existing Master Contractor under contract 060B2490022 and a certified Small Business Reserve vendor.
• Submission: Electronic via eMMA; include Letter of Authorization (LOA) and MSRP screenshot.
• Evaluation: Primarily price, with compliance to technical specs and SBR eligibility.