When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due September 25, 2026. Questions must be submitted by September 18, 2026.

It was issued by Maryland Department Of Transportation. The work is located in Arbutus, Maryland, United States.

Who is a good fit for this opportunity?

IT infrastructure and data center equipment provider. Experience with Dell and Connectrix fiber channel switches. Qualified to provide hardware support and ProDeploy Plus services. Capability to deploy and configure systems for new hosts. Strong government or public-sector contracting experience.

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Overview

IT Support, Hardware & Networking

Arbutus, Maryland, United StatesPosted: September 15, 2026Deadline: September 25, 2026

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SUMMARY

A government authority in Arbutus, Maryland seeks fiber channel switch equipment, Dell hardware support, and deployment services. The scope includes POD kits, SFPs, licensing, power cords, airflow configuration, and deployment for up to four new hosts.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must be a Master Contractor awarded under the Hardware and Associated Equipment and Services 2012, 060B2490022 contract
Must be an authorized reseller for the manufacturer (Dell Technologies)
Must provide a screenshot of the Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) with the bid
Must provide estimated ship date/lead time for each item
Must provide a Mercury Affidavit if applicable
Must submit responses electronically via eMaryland Marketplace Advantage (eMMA)
Products must meet EPEAT-Registered Silver/Gold or TCO certified requirements for applicable categories
Must furnish all agreements and terms and conditions the Master Contractor expects the State to sign

TIMELINE

Questions due by September 18th, 2026 at 12:00 PM EDT.

Bid due date and time is September 25th, 2026 at 2:00 PM EDT.

QUESTION DEADLINE

September 18, 2026

CONTACTS

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Issuing Agency

Maryland Department Of Transportation

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DESCRIPTION

The government authority in Arbutus, Maryland is seeking a vendor to provide fiber channel switch services and related equipment. The requirements include ports-on-demand, a POD kit, SFPs and licensing, power cords, and specified airflow direction.

The selected vendor will also provide Dell hardware support and deployment services, including ProDeploy Plus Connectrix fiber channel switch deployment for up to four new hosts.

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Frequently asked questions

When is the submission deadline?: Submissions are due September 25, 2026. Questions must be submitted by September 18, 2026.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by Maryland Department Of Transportation. The work is located in Arbutus, Maryland, United States.
Who is a good fit for this opportunity?: IT infrastructure and data center equipment provider
Experience with Dell and Connectrix fiber channel switches
Qualified to provide hardware support and ProDeploy Plus services
Capability to deploy and configure systems for new hosts
Strong government or public-sector contracting experience

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