Forms Assistance
FORM 470
- Form 470 Guiding Statements Table
- Filing FCC Form 470 User Guide
- Competitive Bidding Infographic
- Lowest Corresponding Price webpage
- NEW: RFP/470 Filing Guidance and Sample Timeline
(PDF version) - Sample RFP Cost Sheet
- E-rate Discount Matrix
- Sample WAN RFP Information: What to include
- Fiber Services Eligibility
- Beware of the Hidden Costs in RFP Responses
- Sample Bid Assessment Worksheet
FORM 471
- Form 471 Submission Checklist
- Fiber slide Form 471 Filing Guide for C1
- USAC Videos: Filing the 471
- How to file a RAL (modify your filed Form 471)
FORM 486
- Receipt of Service Confirmation and Children’s Internet Protection Act Certification Form
- File immediately after receiving FCDL
- File in EPC: Click Here for USAC training video
- How to File 486 (from 2023)
This funding year, instead of ** put 24! - Leave default service start date (07/01/XXXX) – Do not change from July 1 !!!!
FORM 472 (BEAR)
- BEAR Form Access
- USAC Invoice Decision Codes
- Must have a 498 on file in EPC (see below for directions)
FORM 498
If you ever have to file a BEAR and have USAC reimburse you, you MUST have a 498 on file for direct deposit.
- USAC Directions and Form 498 Information
- An up-to-date SAM.gov account and UEI are required
- NEW: You now upload your banking information in the EPC portal during the Form 498 creation process. You’ll upload one of the following:
- A cancelled check OR
- A letter from your bank or the first page of a banking statement that clearly indicates the name of the entity, bank name, routing number and account number. On the letter, it is also recommended to include name and address of the school, name and title of the person requesting (school administrator, finance contact).
- Sample Bank Letter
FORM 500
- For FY 2016 and forward, file online in EPC
(Contact your coordinator if you need assistance) - USAC Guidance on Form 500
FORM 479
- NEW PROCESS FOR FY2024!
Click Here for DocuSign Instructions
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