E-Rate Central has experience representing the interests at the state level and is the current E-rate Coordinator for 6 states (New York, Nevada, North Carolina, Louisiana, Michigan, New Mexico and Virginia). As part of our service, we
- Collaborate with your DOE to provide state level support.
- Assist the DOE in preparation of reports for state, county and local officials.
- Coordinate requests from USAC regarding student eligibility and entity validation.
- File statewide consortia applications
- Serve as the point of contact for SLD reviews.
- Monitor PIA response deadlines to ensure requests for information are fulfilled timely.
- Represent your state’s interests in the State E-rate Coordinators Alliance and/or the American Library Association which includes:
- Participation in weekly calls with USAC and/or the FCC.
- Attending the National SECA or ALA meetings.
- Create and conduct E-rate training's tailored to your state.
- Provide a weekly newsletter containing information about important program updates.
- Monitor FCC decisions and the potential ramifications.
- Notify applicants of upcoming deadlines.
- Prepare and submit FCC filings on E-rate issues.
- Review current procurements and guide future procurements to ensure program compliance with E-rate’s complex competitive bidding rules.
- Escalate important issues to the appropriate USAC and/or FCC staff.
- Provide individual applicant “help desk” support in responding to individual questions via email or phone.