PORFP No.D80B7600005 - Cisco Security Enterprise Agreement - Cisco Security Maintenance & Support Agreement

Solicitation D80B7600005 (also referenced as BPM059525) is a Small Business Reserve procurement issued by the Maryland Insurance Administration to secure a Cisco Security Enterprise Agreement and Maintenance and Support Agreement. The contract is designed to maintain ongoing warranty coverage and technical support for the agency's network security infrastructure for a one-year term from October 18, 2026, to October 17, 2027. The scope of work includes the procurement of various security software licenses and subscriptions, specifically Cisco Secure Endpoint Cloud, Cisco Duo Essentials, Cisco AnyConnect Apex licenses, and ASAv30 eDelivery with associated software enhancement support. Award eligibility is limited to certified small business vendors recognized by the GOSBA Small Business Reserve Program. The agency will award the contract to a responsive and responsible Master Contractor that provides the most advantageous offer based on price and conformance to specifications. The selected contractor must be an authorized reseller of the manufacturer and may be required to provide a Letter of Authorization and screenshots of the Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price. Administrative requirements include a 1% electronic transaction fee payable to the Department of General Services. Invoicing must follow specific state guidelines and be submitted to the Maryland Insurance Administration. For one-time pricing items, billing is required within 30 days of acceptance, while annual pricing is billed at the start of the contract and on subsequent anniversaries. All provided equipment must be new and unused, and the contractor is prohibited from charging restocking fees for damaged or incorrect shipments.