FDIC's CISCO Hardware and Subscription Maintenance
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) is soliciting quotes for Cisco hardware and subscription maintenance under RFQ CORHQ-26-Q-0251. This Firm-Fixed-Price contract aims to secure renewal services and hardware for the period of July 26, 2026, to July 25, 2027. Quotes are due by June 25, 2026, at 12:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
This opportunity is for the renewal purchase of Cisco hardware and subscription maintenance. Offerors must demonstrate technical acceptability and meet minimum technical requirements. Key deliverables include providing necessary hardware and ensuring continuous subscription maintenance for Cisco products.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price
- Period of Performance: July 26, 2026, to July 25, 2027
- Set-Aside: Not a Small-Business Set-Aside
- Place of Performance: Arlington, VA
- Questions Due: June 15, 2026, by 10:00 AM EST
- Quotes Due: June 25, 2026, by 12:00 PM EST
- Published Date: June 9, 2026
Submission Requirements
Proposals must be submitted electronically to ellismith@fdic.gov and should include:
- Completed Price Schedule or Quote
- Section K of the RFQ (Representations and Certifications)
- EULA, MSAs, or Warranty Terms (FDIC prefers Government approved terms)
- Pre-Award SCRM Information (if applicable), detailing offeror's status (OEM, AM, or Authorized Supplier), manufacturer, and subcontractor details. Failure to provide this may result in ineligibility.
- Letter of Authorization from the manufacturer
- Proposed GSA Schedule Contract or NASA SEWP Contract (If Applicable)
Evaluation Criteria
Award will be based on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) method. Proposals will be evaluated for completeness, reasonableness, and realism of pricing. Offerors must be an Authorized Reseller/Partner of Cisco or the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and must be registered in SAM.
Additional Notes
The solicitation incorporates numerous clauses by reference, covering areas such as supply chain risk management, data rights, insurance, and post-government employment certifications.