BROADBAND EQUITY ACCESS AND DEPLOYMEnt
(BEAD)
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ALERT: “BEAD Eligible” BSL’s will be available as soon as possible. The post-challenge results are not yet published. New Mexico submitted a proposed dataset to NTIA on August 29 and is in the curing process to ensure the data meet the BEAD requirements. Upon completion of the data audit by NTIA, New Mexico anticipates starting to publish the data around the end of September or early October and no later than Nov 1.
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PREQUALIFICATION
BEAD Prequalification
The BEAD Prequalification Window opens September 16 and final deadline to submit is November 1, 2024.
The New Mexico Office of Broadband Access and Expansion (OBAE) is accepting prequalification applications for the BEAD program. The BEAD Prequalification process enables prospective applicants to establish their qualifications and capabilities to plan, finance, deploy, and maintain broadband networks while driving commercial success and adhering to all legal and regulatory requirements. OBAE aims to prequalify prospective applicants in advance of accepting applications later this year. The first version of the BEAD Prequalification Application was posted September 1, 2024.
BEAD Prequalification Materials - NOW AVAILABLE!
(Download ALL FIVE documents)
(Download ALL FIVE documents)
Important Timeline Details:
- The BEAD Prequalification Submission Window opens September 16!
- The Priority Deadline to submit is October 14 at 11:59pm
Applications submitted by the Priority Deadline will receive an accelerated review process
and complete applications will receive a decision by November 1. - The Final Deadline to submit is November 1 at 11:59pm.
BEAD Prequalification Webinar
OBAE will conduct a BEAD Prequalification Webinar on Monday, September 16 from 11-12pm MST.
- Time: Monday, September 16, 11am-12pm MST
- Description: This webinar is intended for prospective applicants of the New Mexico Office of Broadband Access and Expansion's BEAD Program. The agenda will provide an overview of the BEAD Program, an explanation the Prequalification process, instructions for how to submit a Prequalification application, and will allow time for questions.
- Title: NM BEAD Prequalification Webinar
- Register: Click here to register for the webinar
Webinar Recording Below:
Objectives of the Prequalification Phase
The Prequalification Phase evaluates entities intending to apply for BEAD funds and not their projects. Prequalified entities must submit their applications for scoring in the competitive process described in the Scoring Phase. The Scoring Phase will evaluate the merits of their applications based on the framework designated in OBAE’s Initial Proposal, Volume II (IPV2).
The Prequalification Phase serves several critical purposes:
- It filters out potential applicants who do not meet the minimum criteria, ensuring OBAE will only evaluate applications from organizations that meet federal and state requirements and are most likely to achieve the objectives of the BEAD Program. This will enable OBAE to efficiently manage its resources during the limited time available for the Scoring and Negotiation Phases.
- It allocates a dedicated period to allow OBAE to evaluate qualifications and address open issues, which in turn allows prospective applicants to later focus on developing strong proposals, knowing that their qualifications have already been reviewed and accepted. Given the rigorous and robust documentation requirements for BEAD, a prequalification process will enable prospective applicants to spread their grant application efforts across a lengthier timeline.
- A prequalification process will enable adequate curing opportunity by providing additional time for OBAE to request clarifications and additional information from prospective applicants. With an earlier qualification process, this curing need not take place at the same time as curing the proposed project applications themselves, which will be an enormous undertaking in and of itself.
Prequalification Factors
The BEAD Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) requires the State to ensure that all prospective subgrantees can competently carry out activities funded by the subgrant in compliance with all applicable laws and meet certain cybersecurity and supply-chain risk management best practices. The BEAD NOFO further specifies seven additional types of qualifications Eligible Entities must evaluate in potential subgrantees:
A) Financial Capability
B) Managerial Capability
C) Technical Capability
D) Compliance With Laws
E) Operational Capability
F) Ownership
G) Other Public Funding
The BEAD Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) requires the State to ensure that all prospective subgrantees can competently carry out activities funded by the subgrant in compliance with all applicable laws and meet certain cybersecurity and supply-chain risk management best practices. The BEAD NOFO further specifies seven additional types of qualifications Eligible Entities must evaluate in potential subgrantees:
A) Financial Capability
B) Managerial Capability
C) Technical Capability
D) Compliance With Laws
E) Operational Capability
F) Ownership
G) Other Public Funding
AnnouncEments
9/11/2024
The BEAD Prequalification Submission Window opens September 16!
OBAE will conduct a BEAD Prequalification webinar on Monday, September 16 from 11-12pm MST.
The Priority Deadline to submit a BEAD Prequalification Application is October 14 at 11:59pm. Applications submitted by the Priority Deadline will receive an accelerated review process and completed applications will receive a decision by November 1. The Final Deadline to submit is November 1 at 11:59pm. OBAE will conduct a BEAD Prequalification webinar on Monday, September 16 from 11-12pm MST. This webinar is intended for prospective applicants of the New Mexico Office of Broadband Access and Expansion's BEAD Program. The agenda will provide an overview of the BEAD Program, an explanation the Prequalification process, instructions for how to submit a Prequalification application, and will allow time for questions. Click here to register
The BEAD Prequalification Submission Window opens September 16!
OBAE will conduct a BEAD Prequalification webinar on Monday, September 16 from 11-12pm MST.
The Priority Deadline to submit a BEAD Prequalification Application is October 14 at 11:59pm. Applications submitted by the Priority Deadline will receive an accelerated review process and completed applications will receive a decision by November 1. The Final Deadline to submit is November 1 at 11:59pm. OBAE will conduct a BEAD Prequalification webinar on Monday, September 16 from 11-12pm MST. This webinar is intended for prospective applicants of the New Mexico Office of Broadband Access and Expansion's BEAD Program. The agenda will provide an overview of the BEAD Program, an explanation the Prequalification process, instructions for how to submit a Prequalification application, and will allow time for questions. Click here to register
9/10/2024
Alternative Percentage Explainer released
OBAE has received numerous questions from providers about the size of Project Areas and the challenges of serving the most difficult to reach unserved locations. The Alternative Percentage mechanism exists to address this concern. Watch this short explanation from BEAD Coordinator Andrew Wilder to learn more.
ANNOUNCEMENTS Archive
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09/01/2024 BEAD Prequalification Application available September 1
In another step forward in the BEAD Program, OBAE has published the first version of the BEAD Prequalification Application in advance of opening the Prequalification submission window. This process enables prospective applicants to establish their qualifications and capabilities to plan, finance, deploy, and maintain broadband networks while driving commercial success and adhering to all legal and regulatory requirements. OBAE aims to prequalify prospective applicants in advance of accepting applications later this year. BEAD Prequalification Application - version 1.0 -Link |
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08/23/2024 PAU Public Comment Period CLOSES September 30, 2024 The Office of Broadband Access and Expansion (OBAE) has announced that it will seek public comments from September 1 to September 30, 2024, in the next step of the federal Broadband Equity Access and Deployment (BEAD) program. The public comments will center on draft Project Area Units (PAU), regions across the state for which stakeholders will bid for BEAD funding for broadband projects. PAUs were designed using existing administrative boundaries, including Tribal lands, school districts, census blocks and tracts, and high-cost areas defined by NTIA. Office Hours: Project Area Units (PAU) Request for Comment Office Hours include:
If you have any questions, please contact OBAE at [email protected]. |
Link to Draft of PAUs Link to Submission Portal Webinar: BEAD Project Area Units Request for Comment Friday, 8/30/24 10am-11am Slide Deck Link View Recording |
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07/26/2024 NM Initial Proposal Volume II Approved!
The National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) has approved New Mexico's Initial Proposal Volume II. This clears the way for the Office of Broadband Access and Expansion (OBAE) to begin the grant application process under the Broadband Equity Access and Deployment (BEAD) program. Local governments, Tribal communities, non-profits, internet service providers, cooperatives and other entities will soon be eligible for grants to deploy infrastructure projects across the state. The grants would be financed with $675 million being made available to New Mexico through the federal Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. |
05/17/2024
OBAE delayed the start of the Rebuttal Phase until June 3rd. The Rebuttal Phase ran from June 3rd-July 3rd and the Final Determination Phase will ran from July 4th-August 3rd. Additionally, OBAE extended the period of time when eligible challengers could submit revisions to their challenges to ensure ample time to respond if asked to do so by OBAE. Revisions could be submitted until 11:59pm on Wednesday, May 29th.
PLEASE NOTE: OBAE has received new guidance from NTIA regarding making challenges on the grounds that there is a lack of Tribal consent. Lack of tribal consent is only grounds for a challenge when the BSLs being challenged are in the unbuilt portion of an enforceable commitment under a government funding program. Deployed networks cannot be challenged on the grounds of lack of tribal consent regardless of whether the deployment was supported by a government program or not.
04/17/2024
Due to technical difficulties, OBAE was unable to open the Challenge portal on April 17th as scheduled. In the interest of fairness to all concerned, OBAE opened the Challenge Portal April 18th. The Challenge Phase extended until May 18th to allow the full 30-day process to occur as planned. re will be no change to the Rebuttal or Final Determination Phases at this time.
OBAE delayed the start of the Rebuttal Phase until June 3rd. The Rebuttal Phase ran from June 3rd-July 3rd and the Final Determination Phase will ran from July 4th-August 3rd. Additionally, OBAE extended the period of time when eligible challengers could submit revisions to their challenges to ensure ample time to respond if asked to do so by OBAE. Revisions could be submitted until 11:59pm on Wednesday, May 29th.
PLEASE NOTE: OBAE has received new guidance from NTIA regarding making challenges on the grounds that there is a lack of Tribal consent. Lack of tribal consent is only grounds for a challenge when the BSLs being challenged are in the unbuilt portion of an enforceable commitment under a government funding program. Deployed networks cannot be challenged on the grounds of lack of tribal consent regardless of whether the deployment was supported by a government program or not.
04/17/2024
Due to technical difficulties, OBAE was unable to open the Challenge portal on April 17th as scheduled. In the interest of fairness to all concerned, OBAE opened the Challenge Portal April 18th. The Challenge Phase extended until May 18th to allow the full 30-day process to occur as planned. re will be no change to the Rebuttal or Final Determination Phases at this time.
Press Releases
Press Releases
07/26/2024 Biden-Harris Administration Approves New Mexico and Virginia’s “Internet for All” Initial Proposal
07/26/2024: NM Initial Proposal Volume II Approved!
06/ 26/2023 Press Release: Biden Administration awards more than $675 million to New Mexico to expand broadband access statewide.
Press Highlight: 08/02/2024 KKOB’s Bob Clark interview with Acting Director Drew Lovelace
KKOB’s Bob Clark interviewed Acting Director Drew Lovelace about the recent federal approval of OBAE’s broadband deployment plan and what it means for communities and the state.
Click the button below to listen!
KKOB’s Bob Clark interviewed Acting Director Drew Lovelace about the recent federal approval of OBAE’s broadband deployment plan and what it means for communities and the state.
Click the button below to listen!
The New Mexico BEAD Plan
Overview
"The U.S. Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) program provides $42.45 billion in federal funding to expand high-speed internet access by funding planning, infrastructure deployment and adoption programs in all 50 states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, Guam, American Samoa, and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands."
The state is developing the New Mexico Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) Plan to support Internet for All efforts statewide. A Five-Year Action Plan is being developed based on extensive data collection and stakeholder engagement, which includes an "Initial Proposal" submitted to NTIA for review and approval which details plans for how the New Mexico Office of Broadband Access and Expansion will structure and conduct a rigorous grant-making effort to maximize the allocation of $675 million in federal BEAD infrastructure funding in order to get broadband infrastructure to unserved parts of the State. To release all of the funding allocated, New Mexico will complete and submit to NTIA a Final Proposal outlining the grant-making plans.
BEAD BAckground
BEAD Background
How is BEAD funded?
"The federal BEAD program is funded by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. BEAD is a federal grant program that aims to get all Americans online by funding partnerships between states or territories, communities, and stakeholders to build infrastructure where we need it to and increase adoption of high-speed internet. BEAD prioritizes unserved locations that have no internet access or that only have access under 25/3 Mbps and underserved locations only have access under 100/20 Mbps."
"The federal BEAD program is funded by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. BEAD is a federal grant program that aims to get all Americans online by funding partnerships between states or territories, communities, and stakeholders to build infrastructure where we need it to and increase adoption of high-speed internet. BEAD prioritizes unserved locations that have no internet access or that only have access under 25/3 Mbps and underserved locations only have access under 100/20 Mbps."
Initial Proposal
Initial Proposal
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Initial Proposal Volume I
Residents, community organizations, businesses, and local authorities, participated in the public comment period for Volume 1 of the Initial Proposal. BAE used public input to update the Initial Proposal Volume 1, which adheres to NTIA guidelines, includes a description of each requirement, focuses on existing funding, unserved and underserved locations, and community anchor institutions (CAI), and included a challenge process that follows the approval of this plan. Initial Proposal Volume II
Residents, community organizations, businesses, and local authorities, have been invited to participate in the public comment period for Volume 2 of the Initial Proposal, which was open through December 14, 2023. The document adheres to NTIA guidelines and includes a description of each requirement along with attachments, available for public inspection and comments. OBAE used public input to update the Initial Proposal Volume 2, which focuses on critical components of the BEAD grant program, including the plan for workforce development, stakeholder engagement, low-cost and middle-class broadband service options, and the selection process for subgrantees. |
BEAD Challenge Process
BEAD CHALLENGE PROCESS
The BEAD Challenge Process, outlined in the State of New Mexico's BEAD Initial Proposal Volume I, provides a structured framework for stakeholders to contest broadband service classifications. It involves multiple phases over approximately 14 weeks, including publication of eligible locations, submission of challenges, rebuttals by those challenged, verification of evidence, and final determination by OBAE. Challenges can be made by nonprofit organizations, local governments, Tribal Nations, and broadband service providers, covering aspects like community anchor institution eligibility, existing broadband service listings, enforceable commitments, and planned service. The process ensures transparency, fairness, and evidence-based decision-making.
The BEAD Challenge Process, outlined in the State of New Mexico's BEAD Initial Proposal Volume I, provides a structured framework for stakeholders to contest broadband service classifications. It involves multiple phases over approximately 14 weeks, including publication of eligible locations, submission of challenges, rebuttals by those challenged, verification of evidence, and final determination by OBAE. Challenges can be made by nonprofit organizations, local governments, Tribal Nations, and broadband service providers, covering aspects like community anchor institution eligibility, existing broadband service listings, enforceable commitments, and planned service. The process ensures transparency, fairness, and evidence-based decision-making.
BEAD Challenge FAQ's
Explore the FAQ document for frequently asked questions about the NM BEAD Challenge. FAQ
Explore the FAQ document for frequently asked questions about the NM BEAD Challenge. FAQ
BEAD Challenge Resource Guide
Explore the BEAD Challenge Resource Guide which provides a concise roadmap for participants, covering all aspects of the challenge process. From allowable challenges to participation steps and documentation requirements, it offers clear guidance on navigating through phases and understanding various challenge types. Guide
Explore the BEAD Challenge Resource Guide which provides a concise roadmap for participants, covering all aspects of the challenge process. From allowable challenges to participation steps and documentation requirements, it offers clear guidance on navigating through phases and understanding various challenge types. Guide
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BEAD Challenge Independent Technical Assistance Independent support is available for stakeholders needing assistance with the Challenge and Rebuttal processes. If you are an eligible challenger and need help participating in the BEAD Challenge Process, contact Aquiles (Alex) Trujillo or Scott Lopez. |
Aquiles (Alex) Trujill0
Aquiles (Alex) Trujillo: [email protected] Alex Trujillo has over 25 years of experience in the broadband industry working in both senior management positions and as an entrepreneur. Alex helped the New Mexico Office of Broadband Access and Expansion in developing their technical assistance program for communities and providers. Scott Lopez
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Eligible Locations CSV Files
To assist stakeholders with preparing for the BEAD Challenge Process, OBAE has made available CSV files of the eligible unserved and underserved locations and Community Anchor Institutions (CAIs). |
Pre-challenge UnDERserved Csv File
PRE-CHALLENGE UNDERSERVED CSV FILE
Underserved -- View Map Broadband Serviceable Locations (BSL's) which are considered UNDERSERVED and thus are eligible for funding through the Broadband, Equity, Access & Deployment (BEAD) Program. These status determinations are based on the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Fabric version 3.2 (June 2023), with service availability updates, including state and federal grant enforceable commitments and the standard DSL/copper service modification, as of February 7, 2024, as published by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration's (NTIA) National Broadband Availability Map (NBAM). This file only contains a LocationID for each BSL. In order to map these data, users must have a copy of the FCC's BSL fabric, which can be licensed for use from CostQuest by registering. If you are using these data to participate in the BEAD program in New Mexico (NM), you'll likely want a Tier D or E license, which is described further here. Pre-Challenge Unserved CSV FIle
PRE-CHALLENGE UNSERVED CSV FILE
Unserved -- View Map Broadband Serviceable Locations (BSL's) which are considered UNSERVED and thus are eligible for funding through the Broadband, Equity, Access & Deployment (BEAD) Program. These status determinations are based on the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Fabric version 3.2 (June 2023), with service availability updates, including state and federal grant enforceable commitments and the standard DSL/copper service modification, as of February 7, 2024, as published by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration's (NTIA) National Broadband Availability Map (NBAM). This file only contains a LocationID for each BSL. In order to map these data, users must have a copy of the FCC's BSL fabric, which can be licensed for use from CostQuest by registering here. If you are using these data to participate in the BEAD program in New Mexico (NM), you'll likely want a Tier D or E license, which is described further here. PRE-CHALLENGE Community Anchor Institutions (CAI) CSV FILE
PRE-CHALLENGE COMMUNITY ANCHOR INSTITUTIONS (CAI) CSV FILE
Community Anchors -- View Map Locations in New Mexico which are considered Community Anchor Institutions (CAI) according to the definition adopted by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), and which are eligible for funding in the Broadband, Equity, Access & Deployment (BEAD) Program, to deploy up to 1Gpbs symmetrical internet service. In some cases, these locations correspond to Broadband Serviceable Locations (BSL) as defined in the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Fabric version 3.2 (June 2023). In those cases, a LocationID is provided that corresponds to the FCC BSL. However, many of these locations do not have a BSL LocationID, and still need to be associated with the proper BSL. Further, the current service speeds available at these locations were derived from two sources: e-Rate funding data or a proximity analysis using nearby BSL service claims data. In both cases, the expectation is that the attributes provided with these points will become more accurate through the NM BEAD Challenge process, as described further here. |
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NM County Availability Profiles
The County Availability Profiles are a resources to aid in preparing for the BEAD Challenge Process. (These are not the maps that will be challenged, but they do present the same data in a less detailed view). Each county PDF is a snapshot of broadband service availability data, featuring two static maps. Anyone seeing issues with these data should notify your local eligible challenger and help them submit challenges. The first map reflects current broadband availability based on Federal Communications Commission (FCC) data, offering insights into existing coverage. The second map showcases anticipated broadband availability, taking into account the implementation of federal and state grants. Anyone can search for their county of interest, download the snapshot, or explore the live map for more detailed information about a specific area. |
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BEAD Challenge Rebuttal Phase
Download the slide deck here. |
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New Mexico CPC Challenge Video
This video is an overview of registering for and navigating the Challenge Portal, along with fundamental instructions on submitting challenges. |
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NM OBAE Challenge Process Overview Webinar:
The New Mexico Office on Broadband Access and Expansion (OBAE) hosted a webinar on the New Mexico BEAD Challenge Process on Monday, April 15, 2024. This webinar delved into the BEAD Challenge Process, including essential dates, requirements, and best practices for accurate and effective participation. The recording of the webinar and slide deck are published here When: Apr 15, 2024 09:00 AM Mountain Time Download the slide deck here. |
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In-person Challenge Meeting Schedule
In addition to the overview webinar, OBAE is holding Challenge Meetings all over the state. At these events OBAE staff will present in more detail about the Challenge Process, share region-specific insights, and be on hand to answer questions. Open to the public, but please RSVP to [email protected]. |
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BEAD Challenge Rebuttal Phase Office Hours
Please use the following information to join any of the above meetings: Microsoft Teams Join the meeting now Meeting ID: 299 347 105 303 Passcode: u7zAo6 Dial-in by phone +1 505-312-4308,,47094368# United States, Albuquerque Find a local number Phone conference ID: 470 943 68# |
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PAU Public Comment
PAU Public Comment Period was open September 1-30, 2024
Federal officials approved the New Mexico BEAD Initial Proposal, clearing the way for stakeholders to receive $675 million for New Mexico projects. BEAD projects will provide broadband infrastructure to New Mexico’s unserved areas. The Office of Broadband Access and Expansion (OBAE) has announced that it will seek public comments from September 1 to 30, 2024, in the next step of the federal Broadband Equity Access and Deployment (BEAD) program.
The public comments will center on draft Project Area Units (PAU), regions across the state for which stakeholders will bid for BEAD funding for broadband projects. PAUs were designed using existing administrative boundaries, including Tribal lands, school districts, census blocks and tracts, and high-cost areas defined by NTIA. OBAE will conduct a webinar on Friday, August 30, from 10am-11am MST, to introduce this process to stakeholders and provide instruction on how to participate. The PAUs will be finalized after the public comment period and after federal officials approve OBAE's BEAD Challenge Process results. OBAE tentatively plans to finalize the PAU design in mid-October.
If you have any questions, please contact OBAE at [email protected].
Federal officials approved the New Mexico BEAD Initial Proposal, clearing the way for stakeholders to receive $675 million for New Mexico projects. BEAD projects will provide broadband infrastructure to New Mexico’s unserved areas. The Office of Broadband Access and Expansion (OBAE) has announced that it will seek public comments from September 1 to 30, 2024, in the next step of the federal Broadband Equity Access and Deployment (BEAD) program.
The public comments will center on draft Project Area Units (PAU), regions across the state for which stakeholders will bid for BEAD funding for broadband projects. PAUs were designed using existing administrative boundaries, including Tribal lands, school districts, census blocks and tracts, and high-cost areas defined by NTIA. OBAE will conduct a webinar on Friday, August 30, from 10am-11am MST, to introduce this process to stakeholders and provide instruction on how to participate. The PAUs will be finalized after the public comment period and after federal officials approve OBAE's BEAD Challenge Process results. OBAE tentatively plans to finalize the PAU design in mid-October.
If you have any questions, please contact OBAE at [email protected].
PAU PUBLIC COMMENT WEBINAR
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PAU Webinar Friday, August 30, 2024
OBAE will conduct a webinar on Friday, August 30, from 10am-11am MST, to introduce this process to stakeholders and provide instruction on how to participate. The PAUs will be finalized after the public comment period and after federal officials approve OBAE's BEAD Challenge Process results. OBAE tentatively plans to finalize the PAU design in mid-October. Federal officials last month approved OBAE’s BEAD Initial Proposal, clearing the way for stakeholders to receive $675 million in New Mexico projects. BEAD projects will provide broadband infrastructure to New Mexico’s unserved areas. If you have any questions, please contact OBAE at [email protected]. Webinar Title:- BEAD Project Area Units Request for Comment Date and Time: Friday, 8/30 from 10am-11am BEAD PAU Slide Deck BEAD PAU Recording |
Webinar:BEAD Project Area Unites
Request for Comment Friday 8/30 10am-11am Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82564251279?pwd=SlVMRcjxYovUKu6jbUiwVk4vqItzRf.1 Meeting ID: 825 6425 1279 Passcode: 131846 One tap mobile +16694449171,,82564251279#,,,,*131846# US +16699009128,,82564251279#,,,,*131846# US (San Jose) Dial by your location • +1 669 444 9171 US • +1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose) • +1 719 359 4580 US • +1 253 205 0468 US • +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma) • +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) • +1 564 217 2000 US • +1 646 558 8656 US (New York) • +1 646 931 3860 US • +1 689 278 1000 US • +1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC) • +1 305 224 1968 US • +1 309 205 3325 US • +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) • +1 360 209 5623 US • +1 386 347 5053 US • +1 507 473 4847 US Find your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kb8EajmTrQ |
PAU Public Comment Resources
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Alternative Percentage Explainer
OBAE has received numerous questions from providers about the size of Project Areas and the challenges of serving the most difficult to reach unserved locations. The Alternative Percentage mechanism exists to address this concern. To learn more, watch the short explanation video from BEAD Coordinator Andrew Wilder currently accessible in the Announcement Section of this page. |
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PAU PUBLIC COMMENT Office Hours
Project Area Units (PAU) Request for Comment Office Hours:
To attend Office Hours, Join the Zoom Meeting
Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83656739175?pwd=223ZH3KGx0rNtNbRaMOv24v7Yn0qez.1
Meeting ID: 836 5673 9175
Passcode: 620529
- Tuesday, 9/3 from 9-10am
- Tuesday, 9/10 from 10-10:30am
- Tuesday, 9/17 from 10-10:30am
- Tuesday, 9/24 from 10-11am
To attend Office Hours, Join the Zoom Meeting
Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83656739175?pwd=223ZH3KGx0rNtNbRaMOv24v7Yn0qez.1
Meeting ID: 836 5673 9175
Passcode: 620529
