Click here to download RFP20-014
The awarded vendor is requested to perform an assessment and upgrades of the Spokane Tribe’s current network infrastructure to best accommodate VoIP telephone systems. The hardware to be audited and potentially replaced starts at the Spokane Tribe Administration Building and extends in many physical directions within the Wellpinit area. The hardware consists of network switches, fiber converters, and existing CAT5 runs which may need replaced, or new homeruns which may need ran in multiple buildings.
• The awarded vendor shall provide programming to prioritize voice and video traffic. Including building VLAN’s if necessary, maximizing network throughput or building a VPN to secure SIP if necessary.
• Respondent shall provide a detailed cost breakdown of the network upgrade work.
• The awarded vendor is requested to provide a hosted Voice Over Internet Protocol (VOIP) telephone system to the Spokane Tribe of Indians.
• The Spokane Tribe of Indians wants to retain their existing phone numbers.
• The system needs basic functions, i.e. voice mail, music on hold, call forwarding, lighted display, intercom, etc. The system must be expandable to accommodate other departments on the Spokane Tribe’s Fiber Network.
• New phone system must have the ability to push voice messages and calls to company cell phones
• The awarded vendor must also provide the phones with the system, the tribe will require about 250 phones, and be compatible with the tribe’s fax lines.
• The awarded vendor shall respond to non-urgent issues with 8 hours and shall respond to urgent issues within 2 hours.
• Respondent shall provide a detailed cost breakdown of non-recurring costs, if any, as well as recurring fees. Service packages should be provided for terms no less than 1 year and up to 5 years.
• Respondent shall provide references of past work as well as experience with rural communities phone systems, years in business.
The Spokane Tribe of Indians vision is to achieve true sovereignty by attaining self-sufficiency. We will preserve and enhance our traditional values by living and teaching the inherent principles of respect, honor and integrity as embodied in our language and life-ways. We will develop strong leadership through education, accountability, experience and positive reinforcement.
Digital Road Sign RFB20-013
/in RFPS /by Randy BowenClick here to download RFP20-013
Scope of Work
The Spokane Tribe of Indians is requesting a contractor to remove and dispose of the existing sign and design/propose and install a new Digital Message Reader Board Sign. Attached you will find pictures of the existing. Specifications for reader board sign:
• Sign will include Spokane Tribe of Indians Logo (Design will be provided)
• Text on sign should read “Spokane Tribe Administration Building”
• Message center display shall be double sided, multicolored, with high quality resolution for easy reading
• Contactor shall provide software and hardware to control the sign
• Provide training after project is completed
• Contractor shall use the old sign location and infrastructure
Spokane Tribe Video/Audio Conference System RFP20-012
/in RFPS /by Randy BowenClick here to download RFP20-012
Scope of Work
A new video and audio conference system for the Spokane Tribal Council Chamber meeting room. The system shall work across all platforms (GoToWebinar, GoToMeeting, Zoom, WebEx, Lifesize, Skype, etc) for hosting calls and as a participant. System Minimum Requirements:
Tribal Network Upgrade and VoIP Phone System RFP20-014
/in RFPS, Uncategorized /by Randy BowenClick here to download RFP20-014
The awarded vendor is requested to perform an assessment and upgrades of the Spokane Tribe’s current network infrastructure to best accommodate VoIP telephone systems. The hardware to be audited and potentially replaced starts at the Spokane Tribe Administration Building and extends in many physical directions within the Wellpinit area. The hardware consists of network switches, fiber converters, and existing CAT5 runs which may need replaced, or new homeruns which may need ran in multiple buildings.
• The awarded vendor shall provide programming to prioritize voice and video traffic. Including building VLAN’s if necessary, maximizing network throughput or building a VPN to secure SIP if necessary.
• Respondent shall provide a detailed cost breakdown of the network upgrade work.
• The awarded vendor is requested to provide a hosted Voice Over Internet Protocol (VOIP) telephone system to the Spokane Tribe of Indians.
• The Spokane Tribe of Indians wants to retain their existing phone numbers.
• The system needs basic functions, i.e. voice mail, music on hold, call forwarding, lighted display, intercom, etc. The system must be expandable to accommodate other departments on the Spokane Tribe’s Fiber Network.
• New phone system must have the ability to push voice messages and calls to company cell phones
• The awarded vendor must also provide the phones with the system, the tribe will require about 250 phones, and be compatible with the tribe’s fax lines.
• The awarded vendor shall respond to non-urgent issues with 8 hours and shall respond to urgent issues within 2 hours.
• Respondent shall provide a detailed cost breakdown of non-recurring costs, if any, as well as recurring fees. Service packages should be provided for terms no less than 1 year and up to 5 years.
• Respondent shall provide references of past work as well as experience with rural communities phone systems, years in business.
Hybrid Cloud Email Exchange RFP20-015
/in RFPS /by Randy BowenClick here to download the RFP20-015
Scope of Work
Migration of the current essential employee emails and calendar data (onsite premises) to a hosted cloud server, while non-essential employee email accounts remain local.
• Back end setup for IT personnel to administer end user email and calendar setup.
• All end users to have email and calendar accessibility via web browser or Microsoft Outlook email client.
• Flexibility of mailbox size for all current and future users.
• Ability to retrieve a deleted mailbox.
• Adequate virus, malware, spyware, ransomware and other malicious software protection.
• HIPAA compliant cloud.
• Rapid response to catastrophic data loss and recovery.
• Confirm whether our current spam filter is compatible or not with the hybrid cloud email system.
• Single Sign On for end users on the cloud.
• Cloud accounts need to be compatible with mobile devices.
• Minimize downtime for essential employee accounts with a desired 99.99% uptime rate.
• Response time for maintenance or technical issues should be within a day.
• Would like a total completion time of 15 days.
• Provide up front costs as well as reoccurring costs.
Public Works & Upcoming Tribal Holiday
/in Rawhide Press /by Randy BowenNOTICE
Due to next Friday being a Tribal holiday, both Wellpinit and West End garbage dump sites will be closed on Friday 9/25/2020. We will resume regular business hours on Saturday 9/26/2020 and Sunday 9/27/2020 from 7am to 5pm.
Thank you,
Shannon Bair
Office Adminstrator/Billing Clerk
509-458-6510
Wellpinit IHS Clinic COVID-19 Testing 9/16/2020
/in Rawhide Press /by Randy BowenWellpinit Boys and Girls Club Schedule
/in Rawhide Press /by Randy BowenWellpinit Boys & Girls Club will be closed the remaining of the week. Due to unhealthy air quality. We are thinking of the safety of our kids and staff here at WBGC. We will reopen on Monday (9-21) 7am-5pm.
PLEASE SHARE
Thank-you,
Billy Flett Sr
Wellpinit BGC
Unit Director
509-258-4804 (office)
bflett@bgcsc.org
477 Child Care and Youth Centers
/in Rawhide Press /by Randy BowenNOTICE:
After reassessing current air quality both outside and inside our facilities, it has been determined that the 477 child cares and youth centers will remain closed for the remainder of the week.
This decision has been made to ensure the safety of the children we serve. The status of air quality will be monitored closely over the next several days and a decision will be made on Sunday in regard to the possible re-opening on Monday September 21, 2020.
This closure includes the Pauline Stearns ELC, TANF Children’s Center, Ford Youth Center, West End Youth Center and Spokane Youth Center.
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and greatly appreciate your understanding as we move forward with the safety of your children being our number one priority.
Respectfully,
Tara Evans
477 Child Development Manager
Request for Proposal Mental Health Professional for Spokane Tribe Health and Human Service/ Native Youth Community Project
/in RFPS /by Randy BowenClick here to download a PDF version of this RFP
Request for Proposal for a
Mental Health Professional
for Spokane Tribe Health and Human Service/
Native Youth Community Project
Proposal No. 017
Opening Date: 9/16/2020 Closing Date: 10/7/20
CONTACT
NATHAN AYALA
(509)458-6550
Nathan.ayala@spokanetribe.com
Spokane Tribe of Indians
PURCHASING/PROPERTY DEPARTMENT
6195 FORD/WELLPINIT RD
PO BOX 100
WELLPINIT WA 99040
David C. Wynecoop Memorial Clinic Thursday 9/17/2020 Hours
/in Rawhide Press /by Randy BowenThe David C. Wynecoop Memorial Clinic will be open tomorrow, Thursday, September 17th, 2020, during normal operating hours of 10:00AM to 4:30PM. Services will be limited. Pharmacy services will be available for refills.
Thank you!