FC0003477 – MD FiRST – Vertiv Liebert GXT5 UPS and External Battery Cabinets

The State of Maryland’s Department of Information Technology (MD FiRST) is issuing a Purchase Order Request for Proposals (PORPF) to acquire Vertiv Liebert GXT5 UPS units and associated external battery cabinets. Only Master Contractors already holding the 2012 Hardware and Associated Equipment and Services contract (060B2490022) and certified as Small Business Reserve (SBR) vendors may submit. Bids are to be submitted electronically via the eMaryland Marketplace Advantage (eMMA) system by 2:00 PM EST on 3 Nov 2026. The solicitation includes requirements for pricing, lead‑time, MSRP screenshots, and compliance with Maryland procurement rules. • Item: Vertiv Liebert GXT5 10 kVA/10 kW Lithium‑Ion UPS (Model 10KMVRT4UXL) – quantity unspecified. • Item: Vertiv Liebert External Battery Cabinet (Model VEBCLI10) – quantity unspecified. • Eligibility limited to SBR‑certified Master Contractors; must be an authorized Vertiv reseller and provide a Letter of Authorization if requested. • Questions must be submitted in writing by 2:00 PM EST on 30 Oct 2026. • Pricing must remain valid for at least 90 days; contracts may be for one‑time or multi‑year pricing. • Invoicing is electronic to [email protected], with standard state invoice requirements.