Information Memorandums (IMs)—2006
E-Rate Process for Internet Access in Priority 1 and Priority 2
[Attachment for Information Memorandum] ACF–IM–HS–06–07
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Activity |
Details |
Timeline and Comments |
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Step 1 |
Determine Eligibility |
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Now |
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Step 2 |
Develop Technology Plan |
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E-rate is three-year cycle. Technology Plan is developed prior to submitting Form 471. |
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Step 3 |
Open a Competitive Bidding Process |
Complete Form 470 and attachments
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Deadline is January 10, 2007 for funding year 2007–2008 November to January each year. Time is based on filing window for Form 471. |
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Step 4 |
Select a Service Provider |
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November to January. Occurs no less than 28 days after filing Form 470 |
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Step 5 |
Calculate the Discount Level |
Complete Form 471 and attachments
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Step 6 |
Determine Your Eligible Services |
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Step 7 |
Submit Application for Program Support |
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Step 8 |
Undergo Application Review |
USAC reviews all the Form 471 documents to verify the accuracy of discount percentages and ensure that support is committed only for eligible products and services. |
Applicants should carefully review the Form 471 RAL and must notify USAC of any data entry errors within three weeks of the postmark date of the RAL. |
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Step 9 |
Receive Funding Decision |
USAC issues one or more Funding Commitment Decision Letters (FCDLs) to both the applicant and the service provider(s). |
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Step 10 |
Begin Receipt of Services |
Complete FORM 486
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Form 486 cannot be filed before receipt of a Funding Commitment Decision Letter (FCDL) from USAC. The Form 486 must be postmarked no later than:
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Step 11 |
Invoice USA |
Form 474 and Form 472
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Service Provider Invoice (SPI) (Form 474)
Billed Entity Applicant Reimbursement (BEAR) Form (Form 472)
After the billed entity has paid the total amount (including the applicant’s non-discount share and the amount of USF support to be paid by USAC) to the service provider |
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See also:
E-Rate Discounts Available in Select States-Apply Now! (ACF-IM-HS-06-07)