About this opportunity
AI summaryThe Tri-County Council for the Lower Eastern Shore of Maryland solicits sealed bids for the purchase and renewal of brand-name Ubiquiti network hardware and software licensing. The scope includes items such as adapters, cables, enterprise firewalls, and backup units to support and expand the agency's existing network infrastructure under a one-year, firm fixed-price contract. Bidders must be authorized resellers or distributors located in the United States and submit completed pricing schedules along with required certifications. Questions are due by November 13, 2026, at 12:00 PM EST, and bids must be submitted via email to [email protected] by November 30, 2026, at 12:00 PM EST. The agency will evaluate bids principally on price, with contract award contingent upon concurrence from the Maryland Department of Transportation Maryland Transit Administration.
Buyer and opportunity details
- Client
- Tri-County Council for the Lower Eastern Shore of Maryland
- Solicitation No.
- TCC-2703
Scope of work
- Ubiquiti UniFi Network hardware and software licensing
- Intel 810 Ethernet Network Adapter E810-XXVDA2 (Qty: 8)
- Synology Ethernet Network Adapter E25G30-F2 (Qty: 4)
- 36 months licensing and support with manufacturer-standard warranty
- Delivery of new, unused, manufacturer-sealed units or license keys within 30 business days of award
How proposals are evaluated
| Criterion | Weight / scoring |
|---|---|
| Lowest responsive and responsible bidder conforming in all material respects to the IFB | Not specified |
Minimum qualifications
- Must be an authorized Ubiquiti reseller or distributor able to provide manufacturer warranty pass-through
- Proof of authorized Ubiquiti reseller or distributor status required with bid submission
- Must not be debarred, suspended, or otherwise excluded from Federal award participation (SAM.gov)
- Must be registered to do business in the State of Maryland
- Must be qualified to do business in Maryland and not in arrears in payment of taxes or employee benefits
Documents to include with your response
- Attachment A — TCC Network Refresh 2026 Order List (Bid Price Schedule)
- Proof of authorized Ubiquiti reseller or distributor status
- Attachment 2 — Affidavit
- Attachment 4 — Central Vendor Registration
- Attachment 5 — Bid Award Protest Procedures, signed
- Attachment 6 — Federally required clauses, signed
- Buy America certification
- Byrd Anti-Lobbying Amendment Certification (and Standard Form LLL if applicable)
Key dates
- Issue Date
- October 30, 2026
- Questions Due Date and Time
- November 13, 2026, 12pm EST
- Question Responses Due Date and Time
- November 20, 2026, 4pm EST
- Proposal Due (Closing) Date and Time
- November 30, 2026, 12pm EST
- Bid Opening/Contractor Selected Date and Time
- November 30, 2026, 12pm EST
How to submit
- Method
- Instructions
- Bids must be submitted via email to [email protected] with the subject line IFB TCC-2703 — Network Hardware/Licensing
Contract details
- Term
- 36 months
- Place of performance
- Salisbury, MD
- Insurance and bonding
- Bidder must provide a current certificate of insurance upon request; Contractor shall procure, at its expense, all licenses, permits, insurance, and governmental approvals.
- Funding
- Federal award-funded procurement subject to 2 CFR 200.317–200.327; FTA assistance; Maryland Department of Transportation Maryland Transit Administration (MDOT MTA)