Description
This solicitation calls for the procurement of specific Cisco networking hardware and associated support contracts under a minority‑business‑enterprise (MBE) set‑aside. Bidders must be authorized Cisco dealers or manufacturers, must price every listed SKU, and must submit firm‑fixed pricing (no estimated shipping). The award will be a single‑year contract based on the purchase order date, with required SOC 2 documentation where applicable. The opportunity is limited to Ohio public‑safety agencies and demands compliance with OhioBuys item‑grid formatting and strict cost transparency.
• Required items include Cisco FMC‑1700 Management Center chassis, Firepower 4115 NGFW appliances, Nexus 9300 switches (N9K‑C93180YC‑FX3), and Catalyst 9300‑24HX‑E switches.
• All bids must include full FOB‑destination pricing and be valid for 60‑90 days; no substitutions or alternate brands are permitted without written justification.
• The solicitation is an MBE set‑aside and requires bidders to submit a certification letter confirming authorized dealer status within five business days of award notification.