CISCO Phone Systems Renewal

Lincoln Electric System (LES) is soliciting formal proposals for the renewal of its Cisco Phone Systems under bid number 154-26. The scope of work includes the procurement of Cisco Collaboration Flex Plan 3.0 licenses, SmartNet support services for ISR4331 and BE7M series hardware, and Calabrio Call Recording subscriptions. Most service and subscription terms run from December 17, 2026, to December 16, 2027, while Calabrio renewals extend from February 10, 2027, to February 9, 2028. To maintain warranty terms, only authorized new Cisco products from authorized partners or distributors will be accepted. All equipment must be delivered FOB to the LES Operations Center in Lincoln, Nebraska, with all transportation charges paid by the vendor. The submission deadline is November 19, 2026, at 2:00 PM CT, and all responses must be submitted electronically via the LES Online Procurement System. Winning bidders are required to complete LB1300 certification regarding the Foreign Adversary Contracting Prohibition Act and submit an Equal Employment Opportunity compliance form. Payment terms are set at Net30, and acceptance of goods is contingent upon successful testing to verify compliance with specifications. Bidders must also provide patent indemnification and guarantee equipment against defects. All technical inquiries and clarifications must be managed through the official bid portal.