The State of Michigan is seeking information from qualified vendors regarding telecommunications products, services, software, equipment, and managed solutions to support the communication, networking, connectivity, and operational requirements of state agencies, departments, institutions, local government entities, and other authorized users. The State requires secure, reliable, scalable, and resilient telecommunications solutions that support mission-critical government operations, public-facing services, public safety functions, remote workforce initiatives, cloud adoption, and digital transformation efforts. Key areas of interest include Internet Service Provider (ISP) and Broadband Services, Enterprise Data Communications Services, and Enterprise Voice Communication Services. Vendors should provide information on available products and services, deployment models, support capabilities, pricing methodologies, contract structures, implementation approaches, and relevant experience serving state governments, local governments, educational institutions, and other public-sector organizations.
• The State is seeking information on telecommunications products and services to support its current and future needs.
• The State requires secure, reliable, scalable, and resilient telecommunications solutions.
• The State is interested in solutions that provide high availability, scalability, cybersecurity, interoperability, operational efficiency, and cost effectiveness.
• Vendors should provide information on their experience serving state governments, local governments, educational institutions, and other public-sector organizations.
• The State is seeking information on emerging technologies and innovations in the telecommunications industry.