Memo: Broadband Data Collection
April 6, 2022
Data Specifications for Biannual Submission. On March 4, 2022, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) released a guide for the Data Specifications for the Biannual Submission of Subscription, Availability, and Supporting Data for the Broadband Data Collection (BDC) Filing. All facilities-based providers of fixed and mobile broadband internet access service must submit a biannual Broadband Data…
Continue ReadingACP: Special Notice on USAC Mandatory Update
Note from Tammie Herrlein, Vantage Point’s ACP Leader: There is a new field being required for service providers in NLAD. For all historical clients, service providers will be required to manually update each subscriber by using the batch template or by editing each subscriber individually. Download the notice for additional detail. ACP NLAD System Update…
Continue ReadingMemo: FCC Auction 108
March 23, 2022
Unassigned 2.5GHz Spectrum On March 21, 2022, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) released an updated Public Notice, FCC 22-24, in which the FCC announced the procedures, deadlines, minimum opening bid amounts and the adopted inventory for the upcoming unassigned 2.5GHz spectrum auction, Auction 108, which is scheduled to begin on July 29, 2022. Important Dates…
Continue ReadingMemo: Update on Digital Opportunity Data Collection
March 4, 2022
Including date for inaugural Broadband Data Collection Filing. On February 22, 2022, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) released a Public Notice announcing the inaugural Broadband Data Collection (BDC) Filing dates for the long-awaited Digital Opportunity Data Collection that the FCC will use to establish a nationwide broadband map. All fixed and mobile broadband providers of…
Continue ReadingMemo: Extended Relief for Performance Testing Granted
January 4, 2022
Extended Relief for Performance Testing Granted On January 3, 2022, the FCC released an Order granting extended relief to carriers subject to the FCC’s performance testing requirements. The relief applies to all carriers, both those in testing and pre-testing environments, and allows for them to test to 70% of their required USAC selected random locations…
Continue ReadingMemo: FCC Provides Guidance Regarding Transition to the Affordable Connectivity Program
December 9, 2021
FCC Provides Guidance Regarding Transition to the Affordable Connectivity Program On December 8, 2021, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) issued Order DA 21-1524 regarding the Emergency Broadband Benefit (EBB) transition to the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP). The Order waived some provisions in sections of the Consolidated Appropriations Act rules regarding the EBB and further clarified…
Continue ReadingMemo: FCC Transitioning EBB Program to Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP)
November 30, 2021
FCC Transitioning EBB Program to Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) The Infrastructure and Jobs Act (Infrastructure Act), signed by President Biden on November 15, 2021, established the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP). The ACP’s funding of $14.2 Billion will modify and extend the Emergency Broadband Benefit Program (EBB) effective December 31, 2021. This funding will help struggling…
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Consulting, Memos, Resources
Memo: $65 Billion for Broadband Deployment
November 16, 2021
$65 Billion Dollars for Broadband Deployment to Unserved and Underserved Areas On November 15, 2021, the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (”IIJA” or “Infrastructure Bill”) was signed into law. The majority of the $65 Billion appropriated for broadband deployment will be administered through the newly formed Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment Program (“BEAD”), which will…
Continue ReadingMemo: FCC Form 477 Census Data Update
November 8, 2021
FCC Form 477 Census Data Update The FCC has announced that upcoming FCC Form 477 reporting will soon be based off 2020 Census Geography Codes. All FCC Form 477 reporting that includes data as of December 31, 2021, (Form due March 1, 2022) will be based off the updated 2020 Census Geography Codes. Any revisions…
Continue ReadingMemo: Upcoming & Emerging Funding Opportunities
October 14, 2021
Funding: What is Happening? Review & Report of Recent and Upcoming Funding. Summary Vantage Point Solutions is dedicated to keeping our clients informed of the various funding opportunities on the horizon. We strive to keep up to speed with the unprecedented current and future funding opportunities and are here to be a resource to you…
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