Telecom Services Location Comparison for Federal Agencies

This document is a guide that outlines the challenges and solutions associated with comparing telecom services offered by GSA-approved carriers through the Enterprise Infrastructure Solutions (EIS) program. It describes how federal agencies face difficulties in identifying which carriers provide services near their locations due to the complexity of the information available. The GSA has implemented the TruOps Common Language® system, which standardizes the nomenclature used by carriers to describe their points of presence and network nodes. By utilizing industry-standard CLLI codes, the Common Language system enables agencies to accurately and efficiently compare their options before procuring services. The guide emphasizes the importance of this standardized approach in simplifying the procurement process, ensuring cost-effectiveness, and fulfilling the GSA's mandate to provide reliable telecom services to federal agencies. It also highlights the benefits of using a centralized database for network information to minimize errors and maximize efficiency in service provisioning.