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OMB 30600806 FCC Form 471Approval by OMB December 2018Description of Services Ordered and Certification Form 471FCC Form 471 Application Information Nickname Funding Year Russell Public Library 2022

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How to fill out form 470 and 471

1. Read the instructions and guidelines provided on the Form 470 and Form 471 carefully.
2. Make sure you have all the necessary information and documentation required to fill out the forms.
3. Start by entering the basic information like your organization's name, address, and contact details.
4. Provide accurate information about the services you are seeking and the entities you are seeking the services from.
5. Follow the point-by-point instructions provided on the forms to provide detailed information about the services, costs, and contract terms.
6. Double-check all the information you have entered to ensure it is accurate and complete.
7. Submit the completed Form 470 to initiate the competitive bidding process for service providers.
8. After receiving bids from eligible service providers, evaluate them and select the most cost-effective and suitable option.
9. Complete the Form 471 by entering the selected service provider's information and the agreed-upon costs.
10. Review all the information on the Form 471 for accuracy and completeness before submitting it.
11. Submit the completed Form 471 to apply for the E-rate program funding and request discounts on eligible services.

Who needs form 470 and 471?

1. Schools and school districts that require services like internet connectivity, telecommunications, and other eligible services can use Form 470 and Form 471.
2. Libraries, both public and private, that need services eligible for E-rate program support also need to fill out these forms.
3. Any eligible educational institution or non-profit organization that wants to take advantage of the E-rate program and receive discounts on eligible services may need to fill out these forms.
4. Entities seeking to connect to the internet or improve their existing connectivity can benefit from using Form 470 and Form 471 to request and apply for discounted services.
5. It is important to note that specific eligibility requirements and guidelines defined by the Universal Service Administrative Company (USAC) should be followed to determine who needs to fill out these forms.

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What is form 470 and 471?

Form 470 is the 'Application for Discounted Services' that indicates a school or library intends to seek E-rate discounts, while Form 471 is the 'Description of Services Ordered and Certification Form' which is used to request funding for eligible services.

Who is required to file form 470 and 471?

All eligible schools and libraries that wish to participate in the E-rate program must file Form 470 to initiate the request for services and Form 471 to formally apply for discounted services.

How to fill out form 470 and 471?

Form 470 should be filled out by providing information regarding the services requested and other basic details about the school or library. Form 471 requires details about the services ordered, costs, and the specific funding year. Both forms can be filled electronically via the Universal Service Administrative Company (USAC) website.

What is the purpose of form 470 and 471?

The purpose of Form 470 is to announce the desire to seek discounts for eligible services, while Form 471 formally requests E-rate funding for those services after a competitive bidding process.

What information must be reported on form 470 and 471?

Form 470 requires information about the services needed and the specific type of discounts being requested. Form 471 must include details about the services ordered, the vendor chosen, and the costs associated with those services.