Fiber & Copper Cable Infrastructure Services

The St. Mary’s County Public Schools (SMCPS) is seeking qualified vendors to install fiber‑optic and copper cabling across its campus network. The solicitation calls for per‑foot installed cost proposals for 12‑strand single‑mode fiber (Siemon Armored 9BC8P012G‑E205 or equivalent) terminated with LC connectors, and Cat‑6 copper cable (Siemon part 9C6P4‑E2‑06‑RXA or equivalent) terminated per TIA‑568B in rack‑mounted patch panels and wall plates. The contract will be awarded for an initial one‑year term, with an option to renew for up to four additional one‑year periods. Bids must be submitted via the eMaryland Marketplace by the deadline, and minority‑business enterprises are encouraged to apply. • Provide per‑foot installed cost for specified fiber and copper cable. • Use listed Siemon part numbers or equivalent, with LC connectors for fiber and TIA‑568B terminations for copper. • Initial contract duration: 1 year, renewable up to four additional years; submission deadline: Feb 13 2026, 2 PM.