CRFQ-0511-MIS2700000003-2 | NETWORKING EQUIPMENT

The State of West Virginia Purchasing Division is soliciting bids to establish a Central Master Agreement for networking equipment to support the Department of Health, Human Services, Health Facilities, and Office of Shared Administration. The scope of work includes the procurement of various networking hardware, specifically 16, 24, and 48-port network switches, wireless access points, transceiver modules, and associated power supplies and cables. All equipment must be new, factory sealed, and sourced from a single manufacturer to ensure compatibility; refurbished equipment is strictly prohibited. Technical requirements include compliance with IEEE 802.1AE for MACsec encryption, SFP+ MSA standards, and specific PoE+ capabilities. The contract will be awarded to the responsible vendor offering the lowest overall total cost for items meeting the required specifications. While alternate models may be proposed, they must be proven equal to the specified brands at the State's sole discretion. Performance begins on March 1, 2023, with standard orders due within fifteen working days and emergency orders within five working days. Vendors must maintain commercial general liability insurance of at least $1,000,000 per occurrence and comply with federal funds addendums and domestic preference requirements. Notably, the use of telecommunications equipment from Hytera, Hikvision, or Dahua is prohibited for security reasons. Bids must be submitted by November 24, 2026, via wv OASIS, fax, or physical delivery, as email submissions are not accepted.