Description
The State of Maryland’s Department of Information Technology is seeking a Master Contractor (already holding the 2012 Hardware and Associated Equipment and Services Master Contract) to supply, install, and support a Ciena 3948 router and associated network communication equipment, software licenses, optics, power cables, and a one‑year extended warranty for the PG Ring restoration at 3500 Forestville Rd. The effort includes delivery of new, unused hardware, provision of a Letter of Authorization from Ciena, inclusion of MSRP screenshots, and compliance with state invoicing requirements. The contract is limited to certified small‑business vendors under the Small Business Reserve program. • Hardware: Ciena 3948 router (model 170‑3948‑903) with SFP+ modules, power supplies, and accessories. • Software: SAOS 10G, EVPN, MPLS, and security licenses (perpetual). • Optics: Various single‑mode fiber transceivers (1 km, 10 km, 40 km) for 1310 nm & 1550 nm. • Services: Installation, training, and a one‑year manufacturer’s warranty. • Delivery must be within the specified due date; pricing must remain valid for 90 days. • All bids submitted electronically via eMMA; questions due by 10/16/2026.