City of Dickinson Vertical Summit Telephone System RFP 2026
City of DickinsonCity · Dickinson, ND- Due
- Apr 22, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Primary contact
- Aaron Meyer
- (701) 456-7805
The 30-second brief
The City of Dickinson is soliciting proposals for a Vertical Summit telephone system, including migration from its existing Vertical Wave platform. The objective is to modernize the core phone system while preserving existing handset investments and establishing a clear division of responsibilities between vendor and City IT staff.
Vertical Summit telephone system, Migration services, Training, Support
Relevant Qualifications, Cost Effectiveness/Price Value, Relevant Experience, Scalability & Sustainability, Compliance with Vertical Summit requirements, Support for IP, digital, and analog endpoints, Strength and proximity of local support, Experience with similar environments, Cost effectiveness and pricing transparency, References and past performance
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Summary
The City of Dickinson is soliciting proposals for a Vertical Summit telephone system, including migration from its existing Vertical Wave platform.
The objective is to modernize the core phone system while preserving existing handset investments and establishing a clear division of responsibilities between vendor and City IT staff.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
12- Relevant Qualifications
- Cost Effectiveness/Price Value
- Relevant Experience
- Scalability & Sustainability
- Compliance with Vertical Summit requirements
- Support for IP
- Digital
- Analog endpoints
- Strength and proximity of local support
- Experience with similar environments
- Cost effectiveness and pricing transparency
- References and past performance
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Vertical Summit telephone system
- Migration services
- Training
- Support
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Bid forms, original signatures and seals
- Submit to
- Information Technology Department, City Hall, 38 1st St West, Dickinson, ND 58601
- Scope location
- Dickinson, ND
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Dickinson?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 22, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Information Technology Department, City Hall, 38 1st St West, Dickinson, ND 58601. For questions, contact Aaron Meyer.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Dickinson in ND, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Aaron Meyer at (701) 456-7805. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Vertical Summit telephone system, Migration services, Training, Support. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Relevant Qualifications, Cost Effectiveness/Price Value, Relevant Experience, Scalability & Sustainability, Compliance with Vertical Summit requirements, Support for IP, digital, and analog endpoints,..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Dickinson?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Dickinson are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Dickinson regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Bid forms, original signatures and seals. Review the full document from City of Dickinson for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Dickinson, ND. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.