Inmate Telephone Services

The District of Columbia Department of Corrections (DOC) has issued a solicitation for inmate telephone services at the Central Detention Facility (CDF), targeting comprehensive telecommunications support for approximately 2,600 inmates. The contract requires a vendor to provide uninterrupted telephone services 24 hours per day, 365 days annually, with strict compliance mandated to Public Service Commission regulations and DC Law 13-280. Critical deliverables include a robust telecommunication infrastructure capable of managing inmate communication needs while maintaining regulatory standards. The procurement appears to be a comprehensive service contract focused on ensuring continuous, controlled communication capabilities within the detention facility. While the posting indicates a historical due date of December 30, 1899, which is likely an administrative error, the original posting date is January 16, 2007, suggesting this might be an archival or historical contract notice.

The contract opportunity does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or disadvantaged enterprise requirements based on the provided information. No incumbent vendor details or specific infrastructure integration requirements are indicated in the current documentation. The solicitation does not specify a precise budget range or potential contract value for the inmate telephone services. The scope suggests a significant operational contract covering telecommunications for a substantial inmate population, which would likely require substantial technological infrastructure and ongoing service capabilities. Potential respondents would need extensive experience in correctional telecommunications, compliance with public service regulations, and the ability to deploy a comprehensive communication system meeting the DOC's specific operational requirements.