Lorrie Germann E-Tech Ohio would like all Ohio public libraries to be aware of the following E-Rate Deadlines. If you need assistance or have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Lorrie at 614.485.6050 or lorrie.Germann@etech.ohio.gov
E-Rate Filing Reminders – FY 2007 BEAR (Form 472) and SPI (Form 474) Deadlines – Oct. 28, 2008:
The deadline for filing invoices with Universal Service Administrative Company (USAC) for discounts on recurring services received during the 2007-2008 fiscal year is October 28. This deadline applies to you if the date on your Form 486 Notification Letter is on or before June 30, 2008. The deadline applies to both applicant BEARs (Form 472) and service provider SPIs (Form 474). Invoices must be postmarked no later than 120 days after the last date to receive service, or 120 days after the date of the Form 486 Notification Letter, whichever is later.
FY 2008 Form 486 Deadlines – Oct 29, 2008:
The deadline for filing a Form 486 (containing the necessary certifications on technology plan approval and CIPA compliance) is the later of 120 days from either the funding date or the start of services. For funding awarded in FY 2008 waves 1-10, a service start date of July 1, 2008, would mean a Form 486 filing deadline of October 29, 2008.
If you have not received a Funding Commitment Decision Letter (FCDL) for FY 2008, you can check the status of your application by going to the USAC website at www.sl.universalservice.org/menu.asp and clicking on Application Status listed under the Form 471 heading.
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