Description
The State of Maryland’s Department of Information Technology is issuing a Purchase Order Request for Proposals (PORPF) to award a Small Business Reserve contract for Juniper network equipment and related services under the existing Hardware Master Contract (060B2490022). Only Master Contractors who hold the master contract and are certified small‑business vendors may submit. The scope includes procurement of switches (EX4000‑8P, EX4100‑F‑24P), transceivers, rack‑mount kits, installation and training services, and one‑year extended warranty/support for the equipment. Bids must be submitted electronically via the eMaryland Marketplace Advantage (eMMA) system by 2:00 PM EST on 30 Oct 2026. Questions are due by 27 Oct 2026. The award will be made to the responsive, responsible contractor offering the most advantageous price and meeting the technical requirements.
• Eligible vendors: Certified Small Business Reserve contractors holding the 2012 Hardware Master Contract.
• Products: Juniper EX4000‑8P (4 units), SFP‑1G‑LX‑C (4 units), EX4100‑F‑24P (1 unit), rack‑mount kits, and related accessories.
• Services: Installation, training, and one‑year Juniper Care Core Support warranties.
• Delivery location: 100 Community Place, Crownsville, MD 21032.
• Submission: eMMA portal only; include Letter of Authorization and Mercury Affidavit if applicable.
• Evaluation: Primarily price, with compliance to technical specs and SBR eligibility.