Telecommunications Brokerage Services

The Ohio-Kentucky-Indiana Regional Council of Governments is seeking a qualified firm to analyze its telecommunications needs, obtain and evaluate competitive carrier quotes, recommend service and rate plans, and provide ongoing telecommunications support and carrier liaison services.

Mid-Region Council of Governments


General
Open
Nov 05, 2026 07:00 PM
Sep 29, 2026 10:12 AM
10 years
Disadvantaged Business
Request for Quote/Qualifications (RFQ)
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Contact
dshuey@oki.org
Submission Instructions
Mail
Ohio-Kentucky-Indiana Regional Council of Governments, Attn: Finance Department, Telecommunications Brokerage Services - Statement of Qualifications, 720 E. Pete Rose Way, Suite 420, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Description

The Ohio-Kentucky-Indiana Regional Council of Governments seeks professional telecommunications brokerage services for its Cincinnati office. The selected firm will assess current telecommunications needs, obtain competitive quotes from multiple carriers, evaluate service options, recommend rate and service plans, provide rate projections and forecasting for budgeting, and act as OKI's liaison with carriers to resolve service issues. The engagement also includes ongoing customer service, account support, contract management, and future procurement assistance. The SOQ must include a cover sheet, approach to the project and management of subcontractors, three relevant work examples, conflict-of-interest and bribery statement, DBE/SBE documentation, and certification regarding lobbying. Cost proposals must not be included in the SOQ.

Classification Codes
NAICS517122Agents for Wireless Telecommunications Services
PSCDG11Telecom access and other usage billing services. Includes internet, cellular services, landline and telephone services. Transport services for data and voice network circuits and associated access facilities and services; includes dedicated and virtual data networks.
Smart Codes
telecommunications brokeragetelecommunications consultingcarrier contract negotiation
Specifications
Service Only
Timeline
Sep 28, 2026-RFQ Released to the Public
Oct 26, 2026 08:00 PM-Written Questions Due
Nov 05, 2026 07:00 PM-SOQ Submission Deadline
Nov 05, 2026 09:00 PM-Public Opening (optional)
Microsoft Teams; meeting link, ID, and passcode are to be obtained from the OKI website.
Dec 1, 2026-Selection
Jan 5, 2027-Notice to Proceed
May 17, 2027-Broker Final Recommendation Due
Jun 10, 2027-Recommended Provider Agreement Board Approval Meeting
Jul 1, 2027-Provider Contract Effective Date
Requirements
Required
  • Commercial General Liability — $1,000,000.00
  • Commercial General Liability aggregate — $2,000,000.00
  • Automobile Liability — $1,000,000.00
  • Workers' Compensation
  • Employers' Liability — $100,000.00
  • Professional Liability (Errors and Omissions) — $1,000,000.00
Required
  • Minimum 3 references
  • Client point of contact required for each reference
Documents
TitleDate Posted
RFQ – Telecommunications Brokerage Services – FinalSep 29, 2026 10:12 AM
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