City of Denver Selects Qwest for Voice and Data Services

Qwest Communications International Inc. (www.qwest.com) today announced that it has formed a three year, $10 million agreement to be the exclusive provider of voice and data services to the city and county of Denver.

"We're thrilled to have extended and expanded our agreement with the city and county of Denver," said Cliff Holtz, executive vice president, business markets group for Qwest. "We have a relationship with Denver that goes back more than 50 years and we attribute that to the Spirit of Service we provide our customers everyday."

Qwest will provide Denver with local voice services as well as high-speed broadband capabilities to nearly 300 locations around the area. In addition, other independent organizations such as Denver Public Schools and Denver Health and Hospitals will also utilize services under this contract agreement, bringing total savings to over $1.2 million a year.

"We're looking forward to having one, single source provider for all our communications needs," said Luis Colón, manager of general services, city and county of Denver.

Qwest Communications International Inc. (NYSE: Q) is a leading provider of voice, video and data services. With more than 40,000 employees, Qwest is committed to the "Spirit of Service" and providing world-class services that exceed customers' expectations for quality, value and reliability.