How do I request services?

  • Use the broadband availability tool to determine what broadband services are available within the ZIP code where the service will be installed.
  • Order using the VITA's Simple Telecommunications Work Order (TWO) Process. (See details outlined in boxes below)
  • Questions on the TSR process can be directed to the VITA Customer Care Center at (866) 637-8482.

More information can be found in Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) section below.

VITA's Telecommunications Work Order (TWO) Process

State Agencies and Higher Education

Executive Branch agencies will need an Exception to order these services. Please contact your VITA Customer Account Manager to obtain the necessary approvals. A copy of the Exception approval should be submitted with the work order to minimize delays.

  • Before submitting a TWO, contact the supplier to verify the following:
    • the desired broadband service can be installed at your business location/address
    • the service will meet your bandwidth/speed tier needs, based on the number of users and business applications used
    • the desired service can be installed in your required time frame.
  • Be sure to include the following information on your TWO:
    • The technology and speed tier of service (e.g. DSL, tier3)
    • Any special instructions in the in the "Instructions to VITA/Telco Vendor" section of the form.
  • The Telecommunications Customer Service (TCS) group will process your request and confirm the installation date.

Other Public Bodies

Identify what speed of service or bandwidth is required for your broadband Internet connection (consider the number of users and business applications used).

  • Before submitting a TWO, contact the supplier to verify the following:
    • the desired broadband service can be installed at your business location/address
    • the service will meet your bandwidth/speed tier needs, based on the number of users and business applications used
    • the desired service can be installed in your required time frame.
  • Be sure to include the following information on your TWO:
    • The technology and speed tier of service (e.g. DSL, tier 3)
    • Any special instructions in the in the "Instructions to VITA/Telco Vendor" section of the form.
  • The TCS group will process your request and confirm the installation date. VITA will coordinate service management and billing with the supplier.

Answers to FAQs