SPSSC- VOIP and Networking Services

The State of Illinois, acting through the Illinois Finance Authority, is soliciting bids for VOIP and Networking Services under the SPSSC vehicle, with proposals due September 15, 2026.

The scope centers on implementing Microsoft Teams VOIP capabilities, reconfiguring firewall Quality of Service settings to prioritize voice traffic on existing AT&T circuits, and decommissioning a legacy AT&T POTS phone circuit. The procurement is structured as a small-purchase acquisition with contract execution through December 31, 2026.

A $15 minority contractor initiative fee applies to contracts valued at $1,000 or more. Vendors must comply with prevailing wage requirements where applicable, maintain comprehensive insurance coverage including $1,000,000 general commercial liability and $1,000,000 auto liability, and retain detailed books and records for three years (or five years if federal funds are involved). All work product becomes the exclusive property of the State of Illinois. The State Prompt Payment Act governs payment procedures with a 30-day requirement.

A Basic Ordering Agreement under $50,000 between the State of Illinois and Catalyst Consulting Group, Inc. for related Microsoft Teams VOIP implementation and AT&T circuit work is already executed at $16,000 as a one-time charge, indicating the type of scope and incumbent service provider in this market. Catalyst Consulting has serviced the network and equipment for over 10 years. The contract is subject to termination for convenience with 30 days' notice or for cause immediately and is contingent upon appropriation availability under Fiscal Year 2026 Appropriation Account Code 2027-SEP-003.