District VoIP and Paging Upgrade

Union County Public Schools is soliciting a qualified vendor to deliver a comprehensive turnkey solution for the replacement and modernization of its telecommunications infrastructure, including the deployment of a cloud-hosted Voice over Internet Protocol system and enhanced paging capabilities across approximately 53 schools and district facilities. The selected vendor must manage all aspects of the project from implementation and system integration to ongoing support, ensuring a reliable, scalable, and secure communications platform that meets current operational needs and accommodates future growth. The solution must support seamless emergency communications, unified user experiences, and full interoperability with existing district systems. The solicitation, identified as 248-7-29500001, was posted on July 16, 2026, with responses due by August 11, 2026. The contract falls under the SLED category and involves performance entirely within North Carolina. Lynn Elms serves as the primary point of contact for inquiries, and while specific NAICS codes and set-aside details are not provided, the project is open to qualified vendors capable of delivering a fully integrated, cloud-based communications system that aligns with the district’s operational and safety objectives. All work must be completed in coordination with district workflows and timelines to minimize disruption to educational activities.