You must obtain approval from the Secretary of the Senate before any special work may begin. The member or LA may be responsible for ordering the work, depending on the circumstances, and for forwarding the bills to the Senate accounting office. The phone companies bring wire to office buildings. The office building may have an internal phone system and telecommunications staff or a contract with an outside vendor. Telephone jack or line work within the phone closet or office must be discussed with the landlords, and it may be up to the office occupant to hire a private vendor.
Phone companies are responsible for lines to the point of termination outside a building.
The building owner or the occupants are responsible for internal wiring and jacks. However, there may be an agreement between the owner and a phone company or a private vendor to cover repairs on internal line or jack problems. Check to see if your building has an internal phone system. It is important to know if there have been problems with data communication lines before choosing an office. If you do have trouble with voice or data communications, contact the building manager for assistance.