Verizon
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Cellco Partnership d/b/a Verizon Wireless
10170 Junction Drive, Floor 2
Annapolis Junction, MD 20701
November 23, 2018
Mike Rodriguez
City of La Quinta
City Manager’s Office (Subject: RFP –Unified Communications & VOIP Phone System)
78495 Calle Tampico La Quinta, CA 92253
Re: Response to Request for Proposal for Unified Communications & VoIP Phone System
Dear Mr. Rodriguez
Verizon Wireless (or “Verizon”) appreciates the opportunity to submit a response to the City of La Quinta (“the
City”) Request for Proposal for Unified Communications & VoIP Phone System. We can offer a cost-effective
wireless communications program with attractive rates designed to meet your wireless telecommunications
needs. Verizon Wireless offers the most extensive and the most reliable cellular networks in the country, as well
as the nation's most reliable high-speed wireless broadband network. We would like the opportunity to provide
the City with our quality wireless services in all of the markets we serve at the best available price to the City.
Verizon Wireless offers this bid utilizing the pricing and terms and conditions of the NASPO Value Point
(“NVLPT”) Multi-State contract #1907 (f/k/a WSCA) (which has pre-negotiated terms, conditions, and pricing),
to which the State of California subscribes and the City is authorized to utilize. Individual government entities
are required to execute an NVLPT E-Rate Authorized User Agreement in order for the City to receive NVLPT
contract pricing. Pricing under the NVLPT Contract is based upon the 10,000+ line attainment level, which allows
us to offer the City a significantly higher discount than it would otherwise qualify for as a single entity. The
NVLPT contract provides substantial discounts on service up to 22% off qualifying plans with a retail price of
$34.99 or above), discounted equipment and 25% off the retail price of qualifying accessories.
Should Verizon Wireless be awarded the City business, the NVLPT User Agreement/NVLPT E-Rate Authorized
User Agreement between the parties shall be governed by the terms and conditions of NASPO Value Point f/k/a
WSCA #1907, and any supplemental terms and conditions of the State’s Participating Addendum. This proposal
does not incorporate or include any other prior written or oral communications, materials, documents,
representations, or presentations of any kind. No part of this proposal may be modified unless done so in writing
and signed by an authorized representative of Verizon Wire less. This proposal is valid for ninety (90) days from
the date of this letter, unless otherwise agreed upon between the City and Verizon Wireless.
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We look forward to your favorable review of our proposal. Should you have any questions or need further
clarification on any aspect of this offer, please contact Sandy Baker, Government Account Manager, 619-964-
0020 or sandy.baker@verizonwireless.com
Sincerely,
Todd Loccisano
Executive Director - Enterprise & Government Contracts
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Table of Contents
QUESTIONS TO VENDORS ....................................................................................................................................................................... 4
1. Introduction ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 4
2. Required Services ........................................................................................................................................................................... 4
3. Training ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 7
4. Feature Set ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 10
5. Single Point of Responsibility / Accountability ............................................................................................................... 13
6. Technical Requirements ............................................................................................................................................................ 13
7. General Questions ....................................................................................................................................................................... 19
8. Summary ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 33
Price Quote .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 36
Pricing Details ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 37
Professional Services: .................................................................................................................................................................... 37
One-time Equipment Offer: .......................................................................................................................................................... 39
Monthly Service Access: ................................................................................................................................................................ 41
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QUESTIONS TO VENDORS
Please include in your application your responses to the questions asked below:
1. Introduction
a. Describe the full network assessment you will provide.
Verizon’s Response:
Along with your Government Account Manager, Sandy Baker, a Verizon Solution Partner
will review all aspects of the network including, internet connectivity, routers, firewalls,
switches and cabling infrastructure. They will run specialized VOIP tests on all segments
of the network to ensure the VOIP OneTalk system will always perform as needed. They
will make recommendations on any adds, reconfigurations and settings changes needed in
order for OneTalk to function.
b. Indicate your ability to perform the cable installation and connections.
Verizon’s Response:
Verizon subcontracts licensed, certified and insured low voltage technicians. They can
perform any low voltage cabling needed to any facility. This includes CAT3, CAT5, CAT6,
Coax and Optical (Fiber).
2. Required Services
a. Indicate your plan of action to perform and experience in performing the 911 services
Verizon’s Response:
Each One Talk phone will be assigned an E911 address. This address represents the
location of the phone. If the phone is reassigned to a new location, the E911 address must
be updated through the One Talk portal.
b. Describe your solution to the Call Accounting System
Verizon’s Response:
Online Reporting
Verizon’s My Business online resource can assist you in managing your wireless usage,
evaluating trends and creating reports. My Business is designed in an easy-to-use,
accessible format. You can manipulate and export data into your organization’s required
formats through the use of Microsoft applications.
With My Business you can:
Receive online reporting in a consolidated manner or broken out by account or
wireless number
View individual phone information, such as airtime usage and call detail
Modify mobile number information to allow for specific, customized analysis
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My Business provides a wide variety of comprehensive standard wireless reports, such as:
Charges Reports
Additional Charges – details monthly access, equipment charges, service &
feature charges and taxes
Airtime Charges Detail – Details call usage and charges
Airtime Charges Summary – A summary of all your charges including taxes,
services & features, access, airtime, etc.
Analyze Phone Charges – Detail view of charges and calls
Analyze Roaming Charges – Detail view of roaming calls
Most Expensive Calls - Calls with the highest charges
Purchase – All purchase activity details and charges
Usage Reports
Account Unbilled Usage – Current unbilled usage for the account
Billed Data Details – Data session details for multiple wireless numbers
displayed simultaneously
Billed Messaging Details – Message details for multiple wireless numbers
displayed simultaneously
Call Summary – Summary of voice usage and charges for each wireless
number
Data Summary – Summary of data, messaging and purchase charges for each
wireless number
Grand Total – Comprehensive Summary. Details total charges and total
minutes.
International Travel Data High Alerts – A weekly list of high data usage alerts
sent for current global data usage by wireless number.
Other Reports
Active Features – List of all features currently on your lines of service
Billing Structure – Your organization’s My Business users and their access
within the online resource structures
Business Account Analysis – View a summary of your organization’s
discounts and the amount of money saved, upgrade status and overage
charges
Company Users – Your organization’s My Business users and their
permissions within the online resource
Customer Invoice Management – A report with your own defined hierarchy
Deactivated Phones – Wireless numbers that have been deactivated
Device – Comprehensive summary of devices and upgrade eligibility
You can add or remove fields from most existing standard reports. You can also create
customized reports for the way your organization does business, including just the
information you need – selecting from over 300 different reporting fields and order the
fields in any sequence you want for your reports. You can save and schedule reports in
advance, and receive an email when they are ready to be downloaded. You can also share
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saved reports with others in your organization or keep them private and change sharing
status as needed.
Raw Data Download
Raw data download (RDD) is a representation of your Verizon wireless bills and does not
include any reporting structures you design in My Business. The download provides a
holistic view of all of your statement data, and it is delivered in a .zip file with four
individual .txt files. The .txt files are:
Account Summary - Represents the account summary section of a statement
Account and Wireless Charges Detail Summary - Represents the wireless
number charges section of a statement
Account and Wireless Summary - Represents the wireless number summary
section of a statement
Wireless Usage Detail - Represents the usage section of a statement
RDD is available within approximately 7-10 business days of each completed bill cycle.
While these reports will meet the vast majority of your requirements, additional non-
standard reporting options may be available upon specific written request. Your Account
Manager can provide further details.
c. Describe your solution to comply with City’s proposed Unified Messaging and migration to VoIP
and Office 365 2016
Verizon’s Response:
In the past, companies had to buy separate business solutions for landline service and
wireless service. With One Talk, that is no longer required. One Talk is a unique mobile
solution that offers business calling features typically only available on traditional office
phones. With One Talk, your employees can move calls seamlessly between One Talk desk
phones (available exclusively from Verizon or authorized resellers) and smart devices over
Verizon’s 4G LTE network.
With One Talk, every number in the business is a Verizon wireless number including every
Smartphone, every desk, conference phone and One Talk Mobile App. The main line of the
business is connected to the Verizon wireless network. Each One Talk solution includes
one Auto Receptionist and one Hunt Group feature at no cost. With One Talk, even though
every number is a Verizon wireless number, the business has the flexibility to choose which
devices will work best for its business. Some employees may only have a Smartphone,
some employees may only have a desk phone, and some employees may be a combo user
with a desk phone, Smartphone, PC, and tablet - all sharing a single Verizon wireless
number.
Benefits
Workspace collaboration
- Group chat and live meetings with persistent storage and task management
can now be added and quickly activated from Smartphones, tablets,
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browsers and desktops with simple to use apps available on Android or iOS
operating systems
Multi-site business support
- New administrative features, such as call queuing and processing, are now
available for allowing business customers to set up and manage multiple
departments and locations with One Talk. It is ideal for organizations with
branch sites, for example, extension dialing can be enabled between
locations, including those with a traditional PBX
Additional enterprise features
- Boosted collaboration and seamless customer experiences; on-site
installation and setup by one of our partners; and, customizable policy
management are additional benefits for enterprise customers looking to
replace remote phone systems with cost-effective, mobile-first solutions
3. Training
a. Indicate your comprehensive training solution to train City employees. Indicate if this is a “train
the trainer” implementation.
Verizon’s Response:
Verizon’s solution partner will provide 1.5-2 hr. training with IT staff, authorized users, and
key “super users” who will be able to train others.
Training will comprise three areas:
- Core Phone Operations
- Advanced Phone Operations
- Portal Management
Core Phone Operations
- These are the basics that cover 85% of most user’s experience in using the
phone system.
- Training covers:
• Handling calls, putting calls on hold, transferring, parking
• Speed dials, intercom, voicemail
• Personalization and customization
• FAQs
Advanced Phone Operations
- Covers advanced features. Intended for IT staff and super users.
- Training covers:
• Busy Lamp Field
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• Call Forwarding
• Feature Access Codes (PDF Printout)
• One Talk Mobile App (if permitted)
• Accessing other VM Boxes/Sending voicemail message
Portal Management
- For users authorized to make changes to the overall One Talk system
- Training covers:
• Call flow
• User Information
• Hunt Groups
• Busy Lamp Field (functionality to be demonstrated below).
b. Indicate your comprehensive training solution to train employees, with recommendations relative
to staff time requirements.
Verizon’s Response:
City of La Quinta employees will receive 1 hour of comprehensive training that includes:
Core Phone Operations
- These are the basics that cover 85% of most user’s experience in using the
phone system.
- Training covers:
• Handling calls, putting calls on hold, transferring, parking
• Speed dials, intercom, voicemail
• Personalization and customization
• FAQs
Advanced Phone Operations
- Covers advanced features. Intended for IT staff and super users.
- Training covers:
• Busy Lamp Field
• Call Forwarding
• Feature Access Codes (PDF Printout)
• One Talk Mobile App (if permitted)
• Accessing other VM Boxes/Sending voicemail message
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c. Provide a complete list of off‐premise training classes including description, time required,
location and target audience. Are the costs for these serviced in the price schedule
Verizon’s Response:
Verizon’s partner, SystemGo IT can provide additional off-premise training after initial
implementation is completed at the rate of $150 an hour, billable in 15-minute increments.
d. Provide a summary of in‐house training for end users.
Verizon’s Response:
1 Hour
Core Phone Operations
- These are the basics that cover 85% of most user’s experience in using the
phone system.
- Training covers:
• Handling calls, putting calls on hold, transferring, parking
• Speed dials, intercom, voicemail
• Personalization and customization
• FAQs
Advanced Phone Operations
- Covers advanced features. Intended for IT staff and super users.
- Training covers:
• Busy Lamp Field
• Call Forwarding
• Feature Access Codes (PDF Printout)
• One Talk Mobile App (if permitted)
• Accessing other VM Boxes/Sending voicemail message
e. Indicate the number of manuals and operation handbooks to be provided to each employee on site
at each location, at no additional cost to City
Verizon’s Response:
Each phone comes with a One Talk phone user manual. Additionally, we will provide a
Features Access Code printout.
f. Indicate the method that City will use to obtain additional manuals and /or handbooks.
Verizon’s Response:
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City may contact Government Account Manager for additional manuals and/or handbooks,
which will be provided via electronic PDF file.
4. Feature Set
a. A list of features was provided in Section 3, Scope of Service that outlined the “Feature Set.”
Please indicate your inability to furnish a feature by listing it out. In addition, as this is not a
complete list, please indicate any additional features that you feel are important for City to note.
Feature
Available w/ One
Talk Today
Not Avail. Today,
On Roadmap
Similar Feature
Available Today
Requires 3rd
Party OR N/A
Today
Unified Messaging (Office 365 -
2016)
X (Q4 2019
release at
earliest) N/A
Enterprise Mobility X
Retention of Records
X (Q2 2019
release at
earliest)
3rd Party
(System Go IT)
Call Accounting System
X (Q2 2019
release at
earliest)
Verizon’s My
Business online
resource as
described in Section
2, paragraph b.
3rd Party
(System Go IT)
Automatic Call Distribution
(ACD) X
911 Services
X (911 Services
are available by
user profile level.
Use of Mobile
Application uses
the 911 address
entered on user
profile and not
the GPS signal of
the native
device.)
Automatic Call Back X
Call Waiting X
Call Forward Busy / No Answer /
All Calls X
Call Redirect X
Call Hold / Release X
Call Park / Pickup X
Call Transfer X
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Calling Line ID Name & Number
X (Q2 2019
release at
earliest)
X (Workaround
available today and
target launch to
natively be built in
by Q2 2019)
Prime Line Select X Bridged Lines
Shared Extensions on Multiple
Phones
X (7 devices total
can share
extensions. 2
Desk phones + 5
mobile clients)
Bridged Call Appearances X
Speaker Phone Capable X
Auto / Speed Dial X
Programmable Buttons w/
paperless labels X
Paging & Group Paging
X (1:1 paging
available today
on desk phones
only.)
3rd Party
(System Go IT)
Direct Inwared Dial (DID) X
Extension Dialing Between
Locations X
Automatic Call Distribution
(ACD) Groups X Hunt Groups
Custom Call Routing (CCR) X
Find Me / Follow Me X (No ETA)
Physical Equip.
Limitation
Alternative is One
Talk's Line Sharing
feature, which
"allows the use of a
phone line (MTN) on
up to eight devices
per user in the
following
combination: 1
smartphone, up to 2
desk phones and up
to 5 One Talk
Mobile Apps."
Group Call Pickup X
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Fax/Efax Management/Fax to
Email/Fax Server
3rd Party
(System Go IT)
Remote Maintenance /
Administration X
Voicemail X
Voicemail Forward to Email
X (Q2 2019
release)
3rd Party
(System Go IT)
Night/After Hours Service X
Soft Phone Features
X (Q4 2018
release)
Consistent and Excellent Voice
Quality X
Toll Charges, Classes of Service
for Toll Restriction
3rd Party
(System Go IT)
Make/Drop Conference X
Conference Bridging for Internal
/ External
X (Q3 2019
release)
Currently, One Talk
offers 6-way
Conferencing, which
allows the user to
"expand a voice call
to include up to 6
participants
without dialing in a
conference bridge."
Automatic Alternate Routing X
Selective Call
Forward/Scheduling
Call Forward Capability to
External Numbers X
SMDR (Station Message Detailed
Report)
X(Q2 2019
release at
earliest)
3rd Party
(System Go IT)
Music on Hold X
Voicemail Light Indicator
X (If VM to Email
or any line
forwarding rules
are enabled, VM
Light Indicator is
removed)
Remote Handsets X
Voice Over VPN
X (Not available if
data connection
is an
LTE/wireless
connection)
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Integration w/ Leading
Smartphones & tablets
(enterprise support & products
for mobile)
X (Verizon
Wireless Native
dialer on
smartphones
Mobile Clients
(carrier agnostic):
Android & iOS
PC Clients:
Mac OS &
Windows 64 bit
(WIN7 +))
SIP Client Capable X
Call Recording
X (Q3 2019
release)
3rd Party
(System Go IT)
5. Single Point of Responsibility / Accountability
City’s expectation is to have a single point of contact, i.e. a single point of authority and a single
contracting entity for this project. This is of a critical nature for this RFP; a contract will NOT be awarded
to a vendor who does not have this single point of accountability. Indicate your understanding and
compliance with this requirement.
Verizon’s Response:
Acknowledged. The single point of authority and single contracting entity for this project
is Cellco Partnership d/b/a Verizon Wireless.
6. Technical Requirements
a. Provide required / recommended connectivity to implement the proposed solution and pricing for
recommended connectivity.
Verizon’s Response:
Based on responses to questions and our review of the SOW it appears that the City’s
network is ready for One Talk implementation. The City’s network switches and existing
cabling are sufficient for One Talk deployment. Any information that changes or is
inaccurate on the part of the City will require Verizon to recommend a solution/fix.
b. Provide a complete system design and methodology for assuring system wide voice quality.
Verizon’s Response:
Firewall configuration, sufficient connectivity, and user training will be the factors in
system wide voice quality. Technicians will work with City IT to ensure proper VOIP
settings are configured within relevant firewalls.
Device Configuration
o Protocol: https, port 443
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Signaling
o Protocol: SIPoTLS, port 5061
Network Time Protocol: NTP, port 123
The URL for NTP can be delivered by your local DHCP server (option 42). If
NTP is not delivered via DHCP, the fallback is to US NIST pool of time
servers. Time zones are set using the 911 address of record for the device.
Protocol: SRTP (the key is negotiated in the SIP session which is encrypted
within the TLS tunnel).
Voice/Video call RTP - Downstream
Protocol: UDP ports 11780-11800
Voice/Video call RTP - Upstream
Protocol: UDP ports: 14535-65535
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c. Recommend and illustrate equipment to be installed by City
Verizon’s Response:
For this proposal, Verizon recommends the T46G, illustrated below. We offer a wide
variety of One Talk compatible devices, also illustrated below.
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d. Provide a solution to redundancy / failover in case of system wide failure, ensuring that the
system is operational.
Verizon’s Response:
Redundancy is a key strength of Verizon One Talk. We start with the Verizon One Talk
mobile apps that users can sync up to their deskphones. These apps are data reliant
outside of the network. If mobile apps are not a permitted solution for City employees,
Verizon’s Solution Partner will also work with City IT staff to ensure Cradlepoint failover,
and redundant circuits are in place, removing any sole reliance on a singular ISP.
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e. VoIP will require specialized training for system administration staff. Vendor will supply ALL
additional equipment and software for system programing and operation. Indicate your solution
to this requirement.
Verizon’s Response:
Verizon’s Solution Partner will provide the City with 1.5-2 hours of training with IT staff,
authorized users, and key “super users” who will be able to train others.
Training will comprise three areas:
- Core Phone Operations
- Advanced Phone Operations
- Portal Management
Core Phone Operations
- These are the basics that covers 85% of most user’s experience in using the
phone system.
- Training covers:
• Handling calls, putting calls on hold, transferring, parking
• Speed dials, intercom, voicemail
• Personalization and customization
• FAQs
Advanced Phone Operations
- Covers advanced features. Intended for IT staff and super users.
- Training covers:
• Busy Lamp Field
• Call Forwarding
• Feature Access Codes (PDF Printout)
• One Talk Mobile App (if permitted)
• Accessing other VM Boxes/Sending voicemail message
Portal Management
- For users authorized to make changes to the overall One Talk system
- Training covers:
• Call flow
• User Information
• Hunt Groups
• Busy Lamp Field (functionality to be demonstrated below).
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f. System security features need to be built in allowing the administrator to remotely assess all
levels of users. Indicate your ability to provide this level of security.
Verizon’s Response:
Verizon offers My Business, an online, self-service resource to assist organizations in
managing their wireless usage, evaluating trends, creating reports, and viewing their
invoices. With Verizon’s My Business online resource, the authorized contact can remotely
assess all levels of users. My Business is designed in an easy-to-use, accessible format --
you can manipulate and export data into your organization’s required formats through the
use of Microsoft applications.
With My Business you can:
Browse devices/accessories and plans/features available under your corporate
contract
Create and review orders
View invoices and make payments
Receive online reporting in a consolidated manner or broken out by account or
wireless number
Complete account maintenance transactions near real time
g. Provide documentation showing call handling and device addressing schemas, initial equipment
inventory for each location including model/serial numbers, switches, routers, and other relevant
equipment.
Verizon’s Response:
Call handling documentation will be provided via the training portion of implementation.
Equipment inventory will be a mixture of the T46G phones with the conference room
phones placed as needed.
Although Verizon Wireless does not offer equipment inventory management, by using the
“Device Report” functionality of our My Business online resource, you have the ability to
verify data about your wireless equipment, such as user name, wireless number,
make/model of device and upgrade eligibility date.
h. The vendor‐‐‐provided project manager for installation and continuing contact with the vendor is
a critical position. City wishes to be able to meet and interview this person as part of any finalist
interview. Please indicate concurrence with this philosophy.
Verizon’s Response:
Acknowledged. Your Government Account Manager, Sandy Baker, will be the acting
project manager and primary vendor point of contact for the installation and continuing
contact with the City.
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i. Vendor will provide below a complete listing of maintenance and support services indicated and
the range of services offered.
Verizon’s Response:
Verizon will procure an installation team for the One Talk rollout. Ongoing firmware
upgrades will be released by Verizon, allowing phones to always have the newest features
+ best security. Support services beyond City IT will include a support desk that provides
M-F 8-5 support. In the event support outside of those hours is needed, customer can
utilize Verizon support at 800-922-0204. Verizon will be fully available for any necessary
account maintenance.
7. General Questions
a. How many years has your company been in business? How long have you been providing telephone
systems? What is your company’s primary line of business?
Verizon’s Response:
The companies that merged to form Verizon Wireless in 2000 had been in business for an
average of 15 years prior to the merger. Verizon Wireless was formed by the combination
of the domestic wireless businesses of Verizon Communications Inc. (formerly Bell
Atlantic Corporation and GTE Corporation) and Vodafone Group Plc. This includes,
primarily, the assets of Bell Atlantic Mobile, AirTouch Cellular and GTE Wireless.
Below is a brief timeline of Verizon Wireless’ company history.
Corporate Milestones
July 28, 1998: Bell Atlantic and GTE Corporation agreed to merge.
Sept. 21, 1999: Bell Atlantic and London-based Vodafone AirTouch Plc (now
Vodafone Group Plc) announced that they had agreed to create a new wireless
business - with a national footprint, a single brand and a common digital technology
- comprised of Bell Atlantic’s and Vodafone’s U.S. wireless assets (Bell Atlantic
Mobile, AirTouch Cellular, PrimeCo Personal Communications and AirTouch
Paging).
Dec. 2, 1999: Bell Atlantic Mobile completed its acquisition of Frontier Cellular,
expanding the company's East Coast footprint into upstate New York.
April 3, 2000: Bell Atlantic and Vodafone AirTouch Plc signed an agreement
forming the new national wireless business. The companies anticipated the new
operation would be strengthened by the addition of GTE's domestic wireless
properties, as part of the then pending Bell Atlantic/GTE merger.
April 4, 2000: Day One for the new wireless joint venture, branded as Verizon
Wireless.
June 30, 2000: Bell Atlantic and GTE merger was completed, creating Verizon
Communications. The addition of GTE wireless assets made Verizon Wireless, at
that time, the nation's largest wireless communications provider. Verizon
Communications then became the majority owner (55 percent) of Verizon Wireless,
with management control of the joint venture.
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January 9, 2009: Verizon Wireless acquired Alltel. With the inclusion of Alltel’s
assets Verizon Wireless became the nation’s largest wireless communications
provider and provider of the largest 3G network.
September 2, 2013: Verizon Communications entered into an agreement with
Vodafone to acquire Vodafone’s share of Verizon Wireless.
February 21, 2014: Verizon Wireless became an indirect, wholly-owned subsidiary
of Verizon Communications.
Verizon is a direct wireless service provider; Verizon is not a reseller of wireless
services.
b. Provide a brief overview of your company (furnish your business philosophy, mission statement,
management structure, organization chart, etc.).
Verizon’s Response:
Verizon Wireless is an indirect, wholly-owned subsidiary of Verizon Communications Inc.
Integrity is at the heart of everything we do: we adhere to the standards of our Code of
Conduct, our Credo, and our Core Values of integrity, respect, performance excellence and
accountability. Our governance structure promotes effective decision-making,
compliance and accountability.
For further information please visit:
https://www.verizon.com/about/sites/default/files/Verizon-Code-of-Conduct.pdf
https://www.verizon.com/about/sites/default/files/Verizon-Credo.pdf
https://www.verizon.com/about/investors/corporate-governance
Verizon’s vision statement is:
“To be the leading provider of wireless communications and information services
and the recognized market leader."
Verizon’s mission statement is:
“At Verizon, we have one mission: to give humans the ability to do more in this
world. We call it Humanability, and it’s why we’re partnering with visionaries from
just about every industry you can imagine, using technology and data to turn
innovative ideas into realities. We don’t wait for the future - we build it. Building the
future means we’re continuously inventing for new markets and revenue
opportunities yet to emerge. From smart cities, connected cars and data-driven
supply chains to pioneering disruptive industry transformation, it will all be made
into a reality by our unique technology.”
Below is the organization chart for Wireless Operations.
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Krista Bourne
President
South Central Market
Kevin Zavaglia
President
North East Market
Jonathan LeCompte
President
Pacific Market
Russ Preite
President
South East Market
John Granby
President
Great Lakes Market
Wendy Taccetta
President
North Central Market
Nancy Clark
Leader
Wireless Customer Care Operations
Nicki Palmer
Leader
Wireless Network
Frank Boulben
Leader
Wireless Strategy & Marketing
Miguel Quiroga
Leader
Strategic Initiatives
Mario Turco
Leader
Wireless Wholesale
Luis Cruz
Leader
Global Implementation
T.J. Fox
Leader
Wireless Business Group
John Colaiuti
Leader
Wireless Indirect
John Townsend
Leader
Finance Operations
Tami Erwin
EVP - Wireless Operations
Ronan Dunne
EVP & Group President
Wireless
Hans Vestberg
Chief Executive Officer
c. How many employees do you have? What is the total years’ experience your employees have in
this profession; what is the average?
Verizon’s Response:
At the beginning of the fourth quarter of 2018 [October 1, 2018] Verizon Wireless had
59,224 employees.
The support team for our government accounts is typically as follows:
Position Typical
Experience Role
Account Manager 5 years Responsible for sales and
customer support to business
accounts within assigned
geographic territory.
Expertise includes
consultative support, sales
presentations, training,
problem resolution, and
calling plan analysis.
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Technical
Specialist
3-5 years Essential knowledge of
cellular networking, switch
operations, and data
applications. Investigate,
diagnose, and resolve
customer inquiries.
Troubleshoot roaming issues,
support 800 line specialists,
Company Stores, and roaming
partners.
Customer Service
Representative
4 years Implement voice and data
applications and resolve daily
operational issues.
Client Partner-
Connected
Solutions
5 years Essential knowledge of and
support for sales, design and
implementation of data
applications and solutions.
Assists the Account Manager
on an “as needed” basis.
Technical Support 5 years Team with specialized
knowledge of cellular
networking, switch
operations, especially
focused on data applications
and solutions. Investigate,
diagnose, and resolve
customer inquiries beyond
basic billing/device concerns.
Coordinates trouble
resolution with Verizon
Network Repair Bureau,
suppliers and wireless
solution partners.
d. State the type of ownership of your company. Give the state and date of your incorporation if
applicable. List headquarters and regional / full‐service /office locations, and website address.
Verizon’s Response:
Cellco Partnership d/b/a Verizon Wireless is a general partnership formed under the laws
of the State of Delaware and is an indirect, wholly-owned subsidiary of Verizon
Communications Inc. Verizon Communications Inc. is a publicly-traded company and has its
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principal executive offices located at 1095 Avenue of the Americas, New York, New York
10036 (telephone number 212-395-1000).
Verizon Wireless is headquartered at One Verizon Way, Basking Ridge, NJ 07920-1097
with six Market headquarter offices:
North East: Morristown, NJ
South East: Alpharetta, GA
Great Lakes: Schaumburg, IL
South Central: Irving, TX
North Central: Denver, CO
Pacific: Irvine, CA
Our website is: www.verizonwireless.com
e. Provide the key contact name, title, address, telephone and fax numbers. Also identify the
person(s) authorized to contractually bind the organization. Provide resumes for owners and key
sales personnel.
Verizon’s Response:
Key Contact Name:
Sandy R. Baker, Government Account Manager
9868 Scranton Rd, 02 Floor
San Diego, CA 92121
Phone: (619) 964-0020
Fax: (951) 826-2888
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Person Authorized to Contractually Bind Cellco Partnership d/b/a Verizon Wireless:
Todd Loccisano, Executive Director – Enterprise & Government Contracts
10170 Junction Drive, 02 Floor
Annapolis Junction Md.
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f. Please provide status of any current or pending litigation against your company that might affect
your ability to deliver the services that you offer.
Verizon’s Response:
In the ordinary course of its business Verizon Wireless and its predecessor companies
have been defendants in various actions brought by consumers as individuals and as part
of class actions, and by resellers relating to terms and conditions of service. In addition,
agents have brought actions relating to contractual issues and alleged unfair trade
practices. Industry-wide, various individual claims and class actions have been brought
against wireless carriers, including Verizon Wireless, concerning the alleged health effects
of wireless phones and consumer disclosures relating to potential health effects.
However, we do not believe any such matters would materially and adversely impact the
ability to meet our contractual obligations with the City of La Quinta.
g. Do you anticipate that your company will be acquired in the foreseeable future? Is your company
planning to acquire any other companies? If yes, please provide the names of the companies and
the nature of the business.
Verizon’s Response:
To compete effectively in today’s dynamic marketplace, we are focused on transforming
around the capabilities of our high-performing networks with a goal of future growth
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based on delivering what customers want and need in the new digital world. We believe
that steady and consistent investments in our networks and platforms will drive innovative
products and services and fuel our growth.
Our strategy requires significant capital investments, primarily to acquire wireless
spectrum licenses and other assets of wireless service providers in select markets. We
believe the buying, selling and exchanging of spectrum licenses have allowed us to
continue to enhance the reliability of our network, while also resulting in a more efficient
use of spectrum.
Recent spectrum transactions by Verizon Wireless include:
During the first and second quarters of 2018 we entered into and completed
various wireless license transactions for an insignificant amount of cash
consideration.
During the third quarter of 2017, we entered into a license exchange agreement
with affiliates of T-Mobile USA, Inc. to exchange certain AWS and PCS spectrum
licenses. This non-cash exchange was completed in the fourth quarter of 2017.
During the first quarter of 2017, we entered into a license exchange agreement
with affiliates of Sprint Corporation, which provides for the exchange of certain
Personal Communication Services (PCS) spectrum licenses. This non-cash
exchange was completed in May 2017.
During the fourth quarter of 2016, we entered into a license exchange agreement
with affiliates of AT&T Inc. to exchan ge certain Advanced Wireless Services (AWS)
and PCS spectrum licenses. This non-cash exchange was completed in February
2017.
During the first quarter of 2016, we entered into a license exchange agreement
with affiliates of Sprint Corporation, which provides for the exchange of certain
AWS and PCS spectrum licenses. This non-cash exchange was completed in
September 2016.
During the fourth quarter of 2015, we entered into a license exchange agreement
with affiliates of AT&T Inc. (AT&T) to exchange certain Advanced Wireless
Services (AWS) and Personal Communication Services (PCS) spectrum licenses.
This non-cash exchange was completed in March 2016.
During the fourth quarter of 2015, we completed a license exchange transaction
with an affiliate of T- Mobile USA Inc. (T- Mobile USA) to exchange certain AWS
and Personal Communication Services (PCS) licenses.
In January 2015, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) completed an
auction of 65 MHz of spectrum in the Advanced Wireless Services (AWS)-3 band.
We participated in that auction and were the high bidder on 181 spectrum licenses,
for which we paid cash of approximately $10.4 billion. The FCC granted us these
spectrum licenses in April 2015.
Other strategic transactions:
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In February 2018 we closed on our acquisition of Straight Path Communications
Inc., a holder of millimeter wave spectrum configured for 5G wireless services.
In January 2018, we closed on our acquisition of NextLink Wireless, which holds
millimeter-wave spectrum licenses. The spectrum acquired as part of this
transaction will be used for our 5G technology deployment in the 28 and 39 GHz
bands.
In December 2017, Verizon completed our $225 million purchase of fiber-optic
network assets serving the Chicago market from WideOpenWest, Inc. The
transaction is part of our effort to scale and accelerate deployment of next-
generation broadband services. For Verizon, the transaction secures fiber to more
than 500 macro-cell wireless sites and more than 500 small-cell wireless sites in
the Chicago area. The high-capacity fiber network is designed to support multi-use
services and already connects Verizon Wireless macro towers and small cells,
reducing future leasing costs.
In November 2017, we entered into a joint agreement with Tillman Infrastructure
and another wireless carrier to build hundreds of cell towers, with the potential for
significantly more new site locations in the future. These new structures will add to
the overall communications infrastructure in the U.S., and will fulfill the need for
new locations where towers do not exist today.
During March 2015, we completed a transaction with American Tower Corporation
(American Tower) pursuant to which American Tower acquired the exclusive rights
to lease and operate approximately 11,300 of our wireless towers. Under the
terms of the leases, American Tower has exclusive rights to lease and operate the
towers over an average term of approximately 28 years. As part of this transaction,
we sold 162 towers for $0.1 billion. We have subleased capacity on the towers from
American Tower for a minimum of 10 years at current market rates, with options to
renew.
Verizon Wireless is an indirect, wholly-owned subsidiary of Verizon Communications,
which has completed strategic transactions in Internet of Things, telematics, and
digital media.
h. Include names of three (3) current customers (title and phone numbers) that have had
installations like that described in this RFP and a letter of recommendation from each.
Verizon’s Response:
Reference 1 Alabama State Legislature
Ernest Ince, Systems Manager
Alabama Legislative Computer Center
Alabama State House
11 S Union St - Suite 107
Montgomery Al, 36104
Phone: 334-261-0561
ernest.ince@al-legislature.gov
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Reference 2 City of Belle Glade
Hector Arango – IT Director
Phone: 561-257-9555
harango@belleglade-fl.com
Reference 3 Southwest Georgia RESA
Vivian Pickett
Phone: (229) 232-8277
Exception with clarification. We were unable to obtain letters of recommendation from
each customer however we have provided point of contact information for companies that
have agreed to act as references for our wireless services. These companies will
determine what information they will share with you when contacted by your organization.
i. Please include reference names of former customers, if any, (title and phone numbers) and the
reasons for disengagement of your services.
Verizon’s Response:
We consider our customers’ information as private and confidential and cannot provide
such information to third parties without the express written permission from our
customers. We have not obtained such permission and therefore cannot provide the
customer information requested.
With respect to its government customers, Verizon has not had any of its master contracts
terminated for default. In the ordinary course of business service orders may be
terminated for varying reasons.
j. What type of insurance coverage do you carry? Describe the amount of coverage.
Verizon’s Response:
Verizon has commercial general liability coverage with National Union Fire Insurance
Company of Pittsburgh, with its current term beginning June 30, 2018 and ending June 30,
2019. The insurance broker is Aon, located at 199 Water Street, New York, New York,
10038.
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Verizon’s Response:
One Talk Mobile App & Dialer
Each One Talk User Line can be shared across any one or combination of the device types
supported. With a limitation of eight (8) different devices the One Talk number can be used
on desk phones (up to two (2) different devices per line), mobile app (up to five (5) different
devices per line), and/or one dialer (Basic or Enhanced) device per line.
One Talk Mobile App
The One Talk Mobile App is available for use on any Verizon business account in the
domestic U.S. Users must be preauthorized or issued a Verizon One Talk telephone line by
their business. You can add a single One Talk number on up to five different mobile devices
with the One Talk mobile app installed (available for Android and iOS). The One Talk mobile
app can be used on Smartphones and tablets (iOS 9.0 and later, Android 5.0 and later) from
any U.S. carrier, but a monthly subscription to the One Talk service is required.
When using the One Talk mobile app on your wireless carrier’s network, voice and video
calls consume data, which will apply against any applicable allowances under your wireless
carrier’s data plan. As an alternative, voice and video calls can also be made or received
over Wi-Fi when connected to a Wi-Fi network with broadband Internet. Note: Configure
your device’s settings for your preferred connection.
The One Talk Mobile App can be added over the top for a 2-number solution on your
employees’ existing Smartphone and/or tablet, or added to your employees’ personal
devices (BYOD). In this case, Smartphones and wireless tablets retain their existing
number, and a One Talk number is added to the phone as the business number. Other
associated devices will share the same One Talk business number. In order to access One
Talk features and use their One Talk business number, users of devices with the One Talk
Mobile App must use the App to place and receive calls.
The One Talk Mobile App:
Enables you to support BYOD
Provides similar look and feel of the One Talk Dialer
Outgoing calls must be initiated from the One Talk Mobile App and incoming calls
must be placed to the One Talk number to take advantage of One Talk features
- If a call is placed from the phone icon, it does not use One Talk
- If an incoming call is placed to the native number [the number that is
assigned to the cellular device at purchase] it acts BAU and does not use
One Talk
Text messages can be sent from the One Talk Mobile App, but are separate from
the native texting app [the texting app that comes standard on a cellular device]
(dual numbers). Any texting app on the device can be set as the default app,
including the One Talk Mobile App
The One Talk Mobile App must be launched each time the device is reactivated
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Enables you to retain use of your Verizon wireless MTN while deployed abroad
- Mobile App in a Smartphone/tablet over Wi-Fi
• User can call to the U.S. at no charge (no data roaming charges
apply); user calling any other non-US number will incur international
calling charges based on the destination country
- Mobile App in a Smartphone/tablet over Cellular
• User can call to the U.S. at no charge (local data roaming charges
apply); user calling any other non-US number will also incur
international calling charges based on the destination country
Please note: One Talk MDNs that are not associated with a dialer cannot subscribe to a
Verizon wireless international travel plan.
Dialer (Enhanced or Basic)
The dialer options on the Smartphone make all originated and received calls a more natural
experience. Just make or answer a call as you normally would, and all of your business
features are right there on the screen. Use of the dialer requires a qualifying Verizon
wireless plan, 4G LTE-capable device, 4G LTE service with Verizon HD Voice on the line of
service.
One Talk Supported Devices
With One Talk, your mobile telephone number is shared across multiple devices, giving you
access to calls and business telephone features on any of your common devices, including
Smartphones, tablets, and Verizon One Talk desk phones. One Talk can be used on most
Verizon Smartphones or tablets, as well as any other carrier’s Smartphones or tablets.
Verizon Smartphones
Android Enhanced Dialer - Verizon Wireless mobile number (must have Verizon
Wireless service) on the following devices:
- Samsung Galaxy S®6
- Samsung Galaxy S6 edge
- Samsung Galaxy S7
- Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge
Basic Dialer
- iPhone® SE
- iPhone 6s (and 6s Plus)
- iPhone 7 (and 7 Plus)
- iPhone 8 (and 8 Plus)
- iPhone X
Android™ Basic Dialer
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- Kyocera DuraForce PRO
- LG G7 ThinQ™
- LG V40 ThinQ
- Google Pixel 2
- Google Pixel 2 XL
- Moto g6
- Moto Z2 force
- Moto Z3
- Samsung Galaxy J3 Eclipse
- Samsung Galaxy J3 V (3rd Gen.)
- Samsung Galaxy J7 V (2nd Gen.)
- Samsung Galaxy Note8
- Samsung Galaxy Note9
- Samsung Galaxy S8, S8+
- Samsung Galaxy S9, S9+
Verizon and other Service Provider Smartphones and Tablets - Over the Top Mobile App
One Talk App (available from the Google Play™ Store and Apple® App Store®)
iOS 10.0 and newer releases
Android 5.0 and newer releases
Desk Phones
T41P IP Desk Phone, Basic - Cost-effective, entry-level, 3-line, 6-button business
phone with standard business phone features, LCD screen and scroll selection
controls
T46G IP Desk Phone, Medium and T46GW IP Desk Phone, Medium Wi-Fi - Ideal for
managers and assistants, these phones are equipped with standard phone
features, 3 lines and 10 buttons, plus a larger color screen, and the added
functionality of available Wi-Fi connectivity. Both mid-level phones require a Wi-Fi
adaptor. The T46GW includes a Wi-Fi adaptor, while the T46G does not
T49G IP Desk Phone, Executive Video - Suited for power-users or executives, these
phones offer advanced calling features, built-in Wi-Fi, camera, 2-way video calling
and a larger HD color touch–screen LCD
CP920 Conference Phone – Provides a clear and easy communication experience
for conferencing in-room and remote participants. Key features include a three
microphone array providing voice pickup up to 20 foot and 360-degrees, built in
Bluetooth & Wi-Fi, supports USB call recording, HD Voice and PoE supported
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W60 DECT Phone - the next-generation SIP DECT handset combines quality,
reliability and flexibility. With more functions, lines and mobility, it provides users
with the convenience of in-building mobile communication, along with the widely
accepted benefits of VoIP. The W60 delivers long talk time, high standby time,
superior speech quality and quick charging, making it the ideal cost-effective
solution for small and medium-sized businesses
Please note: One Talk desk phones utilize Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) technology,
and require a broadband Internet connection to connect to the Verizon wireless network.
Porting
We have made significant porting enhancements to simplify the user experience of moving
lines over to Verizon from other carriers.
Your organization can select a port completion date
Your organization will receive port confirmation communications
- Once you have provided the desired due date, you will receive an email
notification alerting you of, the release confirmation from your current
carrier; or, if the carrier releasing the number has provided a different date,
you will also receive an email informing you what the new confirmed date is.
Through this enhancement we are giving organizations the ability to fully
control when they want the porting to occur, and, more importantly
notifying them of any changes to their selected due date. The email
notifications will also remind organizations to go into our My Business
online resource to customize the settings of the number[s] about to be
ported, to the specific needs of their business. This will ensure a seamless
transition into One Talk
All numbers to port can be on the same order
8. Summary
a. Explain in one page or less how your solution will differentiate you from other vendors and
why we should choose you as our successful vendor. List the unique features that give your
company a competitive edge in the telephony industry
Verizon’s Response:
Humanability
At Verizon, we have one mission: to give humans the ability to do more in this world - we
call it “Humanability”, and it’s why we’re partnering with visionaries from just about every
industry imaginable, using technology and data to transform innovative ideas into
realities.
The Fourth Industrial Revolution
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We are on the cusp of a technological revolution that will fundamentally change how we
live, work and play. The Fourth Industrial Revolution is blurring the lines between physical
and digital. Everything that can be connected will be. Some call it the “Cyber Physical” era,
building on such technologies as artificial intelligence, autonomous cars, robotics and
biotechnology to prime a fresh wave of innovation - all of it enabled by the low latency,
faster speeds and continuous connectivity of next-generation wireless technology.
The widely varying technologies of the Fourth Industrial Revolution are starting to take
shape while some others are still being created. What they have in common is this: all of
them have the power to reshape entire industries. This next industrial revolution will take
place on Verizon’s network, and it will positively impact business like no technology we
have seen before.
5G
We don’t wait for the future, we build it. Throughout our history, we’ve always been at the
forefront of technological innovation. We’ve led the transformation of the wireless
industry from analog to today’s fourth-generation LTE service. Now, we have an
unprecedented opportunity before us as we drive the evolution of the U.S. wireless
industry towards the fifth generation (5G) of mobile services.
Not too long ago, people were saying 5G would not be possible until sometime between
2020 and 2022. Only one carrier has been consistent in its actions and messaging
regarding 5G - Verizon has the spectrum bandwidth needed to provide the rich services of
true 5G and engineering knowhow to lead the industry in providing the full suite of 5G
services.
Our investment in prepositioning of assets will enable us to deliver the full range of 5G
services, including mobility, residential broadband [using radio signals rather than copper
or fiber cables], sub-millisecond latency applications, and other advanced consumer and
IoT (Internet of Things) use cases. On October 1, 2018, we turned on the world’s first
commercial 5G network - our 5G Home service for consumers - in parts of Los Angeles, CA,
Houston, TX, Sacramento, CA, and Indianapolis, IN, on our 5G Ultra Wideband network; on
October 24, 2018, we added Panama City, FL, to our list of 5G cities. With 5G, we will
continue to drive innovation across the technology landscape to bring new solutions to
market for our customers.
Benefits of Choosing Verizon
In a marketplace where some of our competitors ask customers to compromise on network
quality, we, at Verizon, are united in our belief that “better matters” and confident of the
unique role we play in delivering all the benefits of the digital world to our customers. A
device is only as good as the network it’s on and Verizon’s 4G LTE network is the most
reliable and in more places than any other 4G LTE network.
We believe that steady and consistent network and platform investments provide the
foundation for innovative products and services. The depth and breadth of our network
provides our fundamental strength and is the basis for our competitive advantage. Our
thoughtful technology choices, well-rounded spectrum assets and excellence in execution
position us for continued 4G distinction and 5G leadership.
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Verizon will never settle for second best and neither should our customers. We’ve built our
reputation on delivering the best network, hands down. We deliver that experience
because we plan for it, and invest in it, month after month, year after year. Only one
wireless network is recognized time and time again as the leader in network performance
by independent third parties using different approaches (drive testing, consumer
experience studies). While we did not build our network to collect awards, these awards
and the studies underlying them matter because they confirm that our customers enjoy the
best mobile experience in the industry.
In addition to offering your employees the best mobile experience, by choosing Verizon as
your wireless network provider, your organization will receive a host of benefits, such as:
Flexible domestic and international voice, text and data plans
Discounts based on your number of lines, not annual revenue commitments
A Verizon account team dedicated to providing outstanding service and support to
the City’s employees
- Our Account Managers and Connected Solutions Internet of Things (IoT)
sales and support staff can work directly with your IT management to
design wireless network solutions tailored to your specifications and
business requirements
- Through regularly scheduled meetings, we will work with <<client>> to assist
you in finding new ways to control your wireless costs while leveraging new
technologies to improve your operational efficiencies
Responsive, expert technical support
Our online ordering, reporting and invoicing tool – My Business - is easy to use,
convenient, available 24/7, and the fastest way for account changes to take effect.
Your authorized contact can perform account management functions and control
your employees’ ability to place orders
We also offer Executive Briefings, which are strategic meetings designed to give you a
deep view into our vision, strategy/capabilities, and they also serve as a forum for you to
share your organization’s vision, strategy and needs with us.
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Pricing Details
Professional Services:
SystemGo IT will assign a dedicated Project Manager to completely manage the implementation of your One
Talk VoIP solution.
This includes:
Installation
Meeting and coordinating with La Quinta technical staff to ensure proper preparedness for network
infrastructure
Scheduling on-site installation of handsets, mobile applications, and conference phones
On-site installation of phones at each location
Configuration
Pre-installation white-boarding to determine necessary call flow, hunt groups, auto-receptionists, and
after-hours rules
Send La Quinta user import file to be filled out
Creation and configuration of users, call flows, hunt groups, auto-receptionist, and afterhours rules in
the La Quinta One Talk online portal
Training
On-site training for designated La Quinta “super users” who will become system experts, tasked with
training and providing first level support to other users
On-site training for “system administrators”, usually technical staff, who will be able to make user and
system changes, in advanced features and configuration changes
Two- Initial on-site training sessions for basic phone users on how to use the basic, most common
functions, including placing and receiving phone calls, transferring calls, and checking voicemail.
Support
SystemGo IT is pleased to support our One Talk customers for 6 months after date of installation. This includes
anything that falls under the One Talk system itself (i.e. adding a user, help with call forwarding, etc.). Any work
involving network infrastructure (i.e. adding a new drop, installing new router, poor call quality due to network
issues, etc.) will be considered billable, which will be communicated to client beforehand.
Key Assumptions:
All work will be performed during normal business hours, normal business hours are defined as Monday-
Friday 8-5 PST.
All tasks will be performed in a single visit unless otherwise agreed to by all parties.
CAT5/6 cable is in place and located within 6 feet from the installation location of the One Talk
Desk Phones, or an extra-long cable is available.
Network is configured to support One Talk Desk Phones.
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All phones are being placed on a desk, there are no wall mount phones.
All phones are onsite prior to technician arrival.
Pre-installation check list has been completed and returned.
Provide call mapping/flow for Users, Hunt Group and Auto Attendant prior to technician being scheduled.
Suitable bandwidth is in place.
The “Pre-Installation Check List” has been completed and returned to SystemGo IT.
SystemGo IT will provide remote resources to configure portal. If an onsite resource is required to
configure portal additional charges will apply.
SystemGo IT is not responsible for the setup or configuration of the clients’ network.
The customer agrees that any installation, configuration, or modification of equipment, outside of the
service offerings listed above, is performed on an as needed and “as is” basis, billed at the time and
materials rate. SystemGo IT shall not be held responsible for equipment performance.
A bandwidth test has been performed and there is adequate bandwidth at location to support VoIP.
Union labor is not required.
Customer Responsibilities
The customer is responsible for the following to ensure the installation runs smoothly and efficiently.
Customer is responsible to accurately and completely answer the “Pre-Installation Check List”.
Customer must provide call mapping/flow for Users, Hunt Group and Auto Attendant.
Client must setup a new user setup in MyPOC on their Verizon portal and provide SystemGo IT with those
credentials.
Client must allow technicians access to all areas that devices are to be installed (only applies to the full
installation).
All CAT 5/6 Cabling is in place and clearly identifiable with labels, unless SystemGo IT installs cabling
(additional charge).
SystemGo IT must receive an extensions assignment sheet with floor plan for each user receiving a desk
phone.
Network is configured to support One Talk Desk Phones. (VLANs, QoS, Port assignments).
Client must pre-schedule number port to Verizon One Talk.
All users that require assistance loading the One Talk application on their phone are present onsite.
Restrictions
Customer is responsible for all charges outside of SystemGo IT’s capabilities.
Customer agrees that any installation, configuration, or modification of equipment is performed on an as
needed and as is basis. SystemGo IT shall not be held responsible
Customer is responsible for any additional work to complete installation at a Time and Materials hourly
rate of $150 an hour. Examples Include but are not limited to:
- Troubleshooting or configuration of network equipment including modems, routers, firewall,
switches, hubs, or access points.
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One-time Equipment Offer:
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Monthly Service Access:
One Talk Solution: Government Subscribers Only
The plans/features below reflect any applicable discount. No additional discounts apply.
One Talk is a business telephone system that combines landline and mobile phone capabilities into a fully
integrated mobile and office solution providing a single telephone number (“Mobile Data Number/MDN”) with the
same mobile and landline features.
One Talk Solution: Desk Phone/Mobile Client
Price Plan Type
Line Level Plans
(e.g. Flexible Business Plans, Custom
Flexible Business Plans, Nationwide,
America’s Choice®)
Account Level Plans
(e.g. Verizon Plans, More Everything)
One Talk Primary MDN Monthly Access Monthly Access
One Talk Price Plan (100 MB Data) $10.00 $0.00 (the new Verizon Plans)
One Talk Feature $15.00 $15.00
One Talk Line Access Charge N/A $10.00
One Talk Solution: Auto Receptionist (AR)
Auto Receptionist
Price Plan Type
Line Level Plans
(e.g. Flexible Business Plans, Custom
Flexible Business Plans, Nationwide,
America’s Choice®)
Account Level Plans
(e.g. Verizon Plans, More Everything)
One Talk Primary MDN Monthly Access Monthly Access
One Talk AR Price Plan (100 MB Data) $10.00 $0.00
One Talk AR Feature $10.00 $10.00
One Talk AR Line Access Charge N/A $10.00
One Talk Solution: Hunt Group (HG)
Hunt Group
Every ECPD profile will be allowed to activate two Hunt Groups by default; additional Hunt Groups can be
purchased as long as the ratio of active One Talk lines to Hunt Groups is 3:1 respectively
Price Plan Type
Line Level Plans
(e.g. Flexible Business Plans, Custom
Flexible Business Plans, Nationwide,
America’s Choice®)
Account Level Plans
(e.g. Verizon Plans, More Everything)
One Talk Primary MDN Monthly Access Monthly Access
One Talk HG Price Plan (100 MB Data) $0.00 $0.00
One Talk HG Feature $0.00 $0.00
One Talk HG Line Access Charge N/A $0.00
Optional Features
One Talk Premium Visual Voicemail $2.99
One Talk Voicemail Talk To Text $2.99
Additional Devices
For MDN’s activated on a Smartphone, Desk Phone, Mobile Client, a maximum of up to eight (8) devices can be
shared with the MDN as follows: 1 Smartphone, up to 2 desk phones and up to 5 mobile clients.
Smartphone Device Desk Phone1 Mobile Client2
(Includes Smartphones and
Tablets)
Auto Receptionist/ Hunt
Group
Additional devices
(endpoint) incur a $10.00
monthly access
$0.00 for additional
devices (excluding
Smartphone devices with One
Talk Basic Dialer)
$0.00 for additional
devices (excluding
Smartphone devices with One
Talk Basic Dialer)
N/A
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Notes: One Talk service is applied to the Verizon Wireless MDN and is available on all of the user’s devices. One Talk is not
compatible with Fax machines, credit card POS solutions, or Security Systems. One Talk calls drop if either party leaves
Verizon 4G LTE coverage. When outside of the 4G LTE coverage area and without 3G or WiFi service, the device operates as
a standard device (1X calling) with standard voice and SMS messaging capabilities with no One Talk features available to the
user. Mobile client is the One Talk client. 1One (1) additional Desk Phone can be added as an additional device per
MDN. 2Mobile Client eligible devices (includes devices from other carriers); Smartphones (without One Talk Basic Dialer),
wireless and WiFi tablets; limit five (5) total per MDN (including primary device. Installing the One Talk Mobile client consumes
an estimated 50MB of data. For additional information regarding One Talk please
visit: http://www.verizonwireless.com/onetalk
One TalkSM and Message+ from Verizon - Government Terms of Service
One Talk from Verizon, together with its related devices, software and applications ("Service" or “One
Talk”), is a commercially available business telephone solution that brings together the functions of
office phones and mobile devices (smartphones and tablets) into a unified system, with all devices
sharing the same communication features. (See https://www.verizonwireless.com/support/one-talk-
features/ for a listing of features currently available with the Service.)
The terms and conditions under which Customer agrees to use and Verizon Wireless agrees to provide
the One Talk Service are set forth below. “Customer” means the eligible entity purchasing the One Talk
service under the Contract along with any Customer end users using the Service.
1. Customer Agreement. Customer’s use of the Service is subject to all Contract terms. This
applies regardless of whether the end user device is on the Customer’s account or paid for by the end
user (e.g. a Bring Your Own Device arrangement between Customer and end user).
2. How the Service Works. For the Service to work on wireless devices, Customer must select the
line on your agency’s profile to which you wish to add the One Talk feature. Each One Talk phone number
can be shared with up to eight (8) devices (which can include one (1) smartphone using One Talk in Basic
Dialer mode (if available), five (5) smartphones and/or tablets using the One Talk Mobile App, and two
(2) desk phones. (Note that desk phones are not required for the Service.) You may only make voice
and/or video calls with up to three (3) devices per One Talk phone number at the same time. The Service
is not compatible with all price plans and desk phones are not available under all contracts. Check with
your sales representative for plan compatibility with the Service and the availability of desk phones
under the Contract.
Customer is solely responsible for managing its end user access to the One Talk Service, management
of end user devices and management of information transmitted via the Service. Addition of devices
and associated Service features is managed and administered by the Customer through Verizon
Wireless’ web portal.
A. One Talk Components
One Talk Basic Dialer. If available, the One Talk Basic Dialer adds various business features to a
compatible device’s native dialer, which on a compatible smartphones (see
https://www.verizonwireless.com/support/compatible-one-talk-devices/ for a current list of
supported devices.) With One Talk in Basic Dialer mode, Customer’s One Talk phone number will be the
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same as its Verizon Wireless phone number. Other devices that you select will share the same One Talk
phone number.
One Talk Mobile App. The One Talk Mobile App is available for smartphone and tablets either from the
Google PlayTM Store for devices with AndroidTM 5.0 or higher or from the Apple® App Store for devices
with iOS 9.0 or higher. To use the Service, Customer must add a One Talk phone number to the Mobile
App and end users must use the Mobile App to make voice and video calls and to send and receive
messages. You can also obtain access to One Talk features through the Mobile App. With the Mobile
App, the device will have two phone numbers – one for its original native dialer (if available), and the
other for the One Talk number. Other associated devices will share the same One Talk number. Users
may install the One Talk Mobile App on a compatible device, including devices receiving service from
other carriers. In such circumstances, One Talk phone numbers must be added to their devices, and the
users will be Verizon Wireless subscribers for purposes of the Service only, even if they continue to
use a different carrier for their original mobile telephone numbers. In order to use messaging through
the One Talk Mobile App, the customer also must add the Message + App.
Message+ App. The Message+ App provides an integrated and customized messaging experience
across an end user’s mobile phone, tablet, PC, and other devices, and an integrated calling experience
across a user’s mobile phone and tablet. (Note that integrated calling is not part of the One Talk
Service.) An end user can also send group, location and other multimedia messages (“MMS”) in addition
to traditional text messages. The Message+ App includes an Integrated Messaging feature that lets
users send and receive text and multimedia messages on an end user’s smartphone, tablet, computer
or the web using a user’s Verizon One Talk mobile telephone number. The service syncs up to 90 days
of messages across an end user’s devices.
One Talk Desk Phones. One Talk desk phones are Voice-over-Internet Protocol (VoIP) devices, that
must be purchased from Verizon Wireless. At your location, you will need separate broadband service
(from Verizon or another ISP), either Ethernet or Wi-Fi connectivity, and AC power. Check with your
Verizon Wireless sales representative for the availability of desk phones under the Contract.
Auto Receptionist: Hunt Group. In order to utilize either of these features, Customer must activate a
new Verizon Wireless line or port in a line from another carrier. The settings for the line must be
configured using the One Talk section of the My Business web portal.
B. Charges
For each One Talk line, you will be charged a monthly recurring fee for the Service, in addition to the
charges for data, voice, and messaging based on your service plan. Charges for international use may
apply. You may be assessed additional 911 surcharges if required by law, for up to a maximum of three
devices on each mobile phone number during the applicable billing cycle.
Desk Phones. Voice and video calls to and from One Talk desk phones will consume data on your
existing broadband, cellular, or Wi-Fi connection.
The following applies if you use the VZW network to connect to the Service:
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One Talk Basic Dialer. Adding the One Talk feature to a smartphone does not consume any data. If
you have a device that supports video calling, the voice portion will be billed as minutes of use and
the video portion will be billed as data. Voice calls will be billed as minutes of use only.
One Talk Mobile App. Your download of the One Talk Mobile App will consume approximately 30
MB of data. Your use of the Service (including your download of the One Talk Mobile App) will be
billed as data.
Auto Receptionist; Hunt Group. You will be charged a monthly recurring fee for each Auto
Receptionist and Hunt Group line in your company’s profile.
Integrated Calling Charges (Message+). Integrated Calling does not have a separate monthly service
fee, but data usage charges will be incurred in accordance with Customer’s service plan. If a call is
transferred among connected devices, each transfer will be billed as a separate call. Also, depending
on the service address, Customer may be assessed an additional 911 charge if required by law. Any call
made from a tablet to a U.S. number will be treated as a domestic call, no matter where the call
originates. Any call made from a tablet to a non-U.S. number will be treated as an international long
distance call that originates in the U.S., which is subject to U.S. taxes, fees and Verizon surcharges, no
matter where the call actually originates. These calls will be billed in accordance with Customer’s
international calling plan and/or international Contract rates.
3. Emergency 911 Calls. End users can make a 911 call over a Wi-Fi connection when using the
Service, but whenever possible, end users should avoid doing so because 911 calls over a WiFi
connection will not work if there is a failure of your broadband connection or electrical power, or if the
911 system doesn’t recognize the address. In addition, when using a One Talk desk phone, voice
functionality (including the ability to make and receive 911 calls) will not be available during a power
outage, broadband connection failure or other service disruption. Before any desk phone can be
activated or the Service can be activated on any device, Customer must enter the U.S. address where
Customer wants emergency services to be sent if end users call 911. It is not necessary to use the same
address for all devices. It is very important that Customer updates its 911 address whenever Customer
changes its location for any of these devices because this is the location that will be given to emergency
services when end users dial 911. End users can go to their mobile device’s Settings and change their
911 address at any time. Customer can change the 911 address for a desk phone on the One Talk
section of the My Business web portal. (Note: With a smartphone using the One Talk Mobile App,
emergency services will use the 911 address only if you use Wi-Fi to make the 911 call. If end users are
using the Verizon Wireless Network, their smartphone’s built-in capabilities will provide the location of
the end user’s device.)
4. Privacy. We may use information about your use of the Service in accordance with the terms and
conditions of your Contract.
5. Integrated Messaging Text Message Feature. To send and receive SMS messages, Mobile
devices associated with either One Talk Basic Dialer (if available) or One Talk Mobile App must
download the Message+ App to the device. The Integrated Messaging functionality of Message+
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enables you to synchronize messages across multiple devices, including smartphones, tablets and the
web. Text messages sent and received while using the Service are separate from the native texting app
(dual numbers) and are only temporarily retained on the One Talk message platform in the cloud. End
users with access to the Service on a Smartphone or the Mobile Client can retrieve/download any text
message sent or received using the Service.
6. HIPAA. Integrated Messaging is not designed for secure transmission or storage of personal
healthcare information. Therefore, Customer agrees not to use Service to store or transmit Protected
Health Information (PHI) as defined in the Health Insurance Portability & Accountability Act of 1996
and the Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health Act of 2009 and accompanying
regulations (collectively “HIPAA”). Covered Entities and Business Associates (as defined by HIPAA) will
not use Integrated Messaging to store or transmit PHI. Customers that do not want its end users to
save messages to the cloud (including all Covered Entities and Business Associates, as defined by
HIPAA), must have an authorized representative block Integrated Messaging. For further information,
go to https://web.vma.vzw.com/BusinessProduct. To learn more about HIPAA, go to:
http://www.hhs.gov/ocr/privacy/hipaa/understanding/index.html.
7. Service Limitations. The Service is not compatible with fax machines, credit card machines or
certain security systems. Your Verizon Wireless representative can suggest other possible solutions
for some of these functions. Please check with your provider to confirm the compatibility
requirements of your security system.
8. Important Service Disclosures. CUSTOMER ACKNOWLEDGES AND AGREES THAT THE
SERVICE IS IMPLEMENTED WITHOUT SPECIFIC CONTROLS THAT MAY GENERALLY BE REQUIRED
OR CUSTOMARY FOR CUSTOMERS IN ANY PARTICULAR INDUSTRY AND ARE NOT DESIGNED TO
SATISFY ANY SPECIFIC LEGAL OBLIGATIONS. CUSTOMER IS SOLELY RESPONSIBLE FOR
DETERMINING THAT THE SERVICE SATISFIES ANY LEGAL, REGULATORY OR CONTRACTUAL
OBLIGATIONS CUSTOMER MAY HAVE. CUSTOMER AGREES TO USE THE SERVICES IN
ACCORDANCE WITH ALL APPLICABLE LAWS AND NOT TO USE THE SERVICES IN ANY MANNER
THAT MAY IMPOSE LEGAL, REGULATORY OR CONTRACTUAL OBLIGATIONS ON VERIZON
WIRELESS, OTHER THAN THOSE WITH WHICH WE HAVE EXPRESSLY AGREED TO COMPLY IN THIS
ADDENDUM.
CUSTOMER IS ON NOTICE THAT ANY TEXT MESSAGES DELIVERED TO A DEVICE USING THE
SERVICE WILL REMAIN ON THAT DEVICE, EVEN AFTER THE MESSAGING FEATURE IS REMOVED OR
END USER IS DEREGISTERED AND NO LONGER HAS ACCESS TO THE SERVICE. END USERS
CONTROL THE DELETION OF MESSAGES RECEIVED ON THEIR DEVICES.
9. Software. In connection with the Service, Verizon Wireless will provide software that is owned
by us, our affiliates or third-party licensors ("Software"). Verizon Wireless may update the Software
from time to time and Customer and/or end user failure to install any update may affect Customer’s
Service and/or use of the Software. Customer may use the Software only as part of, or for use with,
the Service as authorized in this Addendum.
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Verizon Wireless grants Customer a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to use the Service
and the Software solely as authorized in this Addendum. All rights regarding use of the Service and
Software not expressly granted in this Addendum are reserved by Verizon Wireless and/or any third-
party licensors. The Software contains some programming, scripts, tools, modules, libraries,
components, or other items that were developed using "Open Source" code; which are available for
download at www.verizon.com/opensource.
Software was developed solely at private expense, and Customer has no other rights in software than
those set forth herein. As such, customer may not adapt, alter, modify, reverse engineer, de-compile,
disassemble, translate, attempt to derive source code from or create derivative works of the Service
or Software, or otherwise tamper with or modify any security features or other Service components
for any reason (or allow or help anyone else to do so). Customer also agrees to follow all rules and
policies applicable to the Service, including the installation of required or automated updates,
modifications and/or reinstallations of Software and obtaining available patches to address security,
interoperability and/or performance issues.
10. Disclaimer of Warranty. THE SERVICE AND SOFTWARE ARE PROVIDED “AS IS” AND “AS
AVAILABLE” WITHOUT WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, OF ANY KIND BY EITHER VERIZON
WIRELESS, OUR AFFILIATES, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES, LICENSORS, CONTRACTORS, AND AGENTS
(TOGETHER, THE "VERIZON PARTIES"), INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTIES OF TITLE,
NON-INFRINGEMENT OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THE VERIZON PARTIES AND ANY THIRD PARTY MOBILE APPLICATION
STORE OPERATORS FROM WHICH YOU DOWNLOAD THE ONE TALK MOBILE APP WILL NOT BE
LIABLE TO YOU OR ANYONE ELSE FOR ANY LOSSES OR DAMAGES OF ANY KIND OR ANY SECURITY
ISSUES THAT MAY RESULT FROM YOUR USE OF THE SERVICE. NO ADVICE OR INFORMATION
GIVEN BY THE VERIZON PARTIES SHALL CREATE ANY WARRANTY HEREUNDER.
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