Ciena Co-term (renewal) 26-0217124

The California Department of Technology is issuing a solicitation to renew and co-term Ciena hardware and software support services under contract number 26-0217124. This action aims to maintain uninterrupted technical support and maintenance for existing Ciena equipment across state systems, ensuring operational continuity and network reliability. The solicitation is open to qualified vendors capable of providing comprehensive support aligned with the department’s current infrastructure needs, with no set-aside criteria specified and no NAICS code provided. Performance is expected to be centered in Sacramento, California, with all services delivered to support statewide operations. Proposals must be submitted by the deadline of August 20, 2026, and the solicitation was posted on August 7, 2026. Jason Lu of the California Department of Technology serves as the primary point of contact, available via email at jason.lu@state.ca.gov or phone at 916-857-9465 for inquiries. All relevant information and submission details can be accessed through the official procurement portal at the provided UI link. This renewal effort reflects the state’s ongoing commitment to sustaining critical telecommunications infrastructure through coordinated vendor support.