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·        ERate

·        Free Web-based Software

·        K-12 Software Company

ERATE

Important Dates for FY2009

December 2, 2008 – The FY2009 Form 471 filing window opens at noon ET and will remain open for 73 days.

January 15, 2009 – The last POSSIBLE date to post a Form 470 on USAC’s website, meet the 28-day posting requirement for the competitive bidding process, and submit a complete Form 471 by the filing window closing date. 

• If you submit your Form 470 online, it is posted immediately. 
• If you submit your Form 470 on paper, USAC will make every effort to post it by January 15 if it is received on or before Thursday, January 8, 2009. 

Note: Whether filing online or on paper, the applicant is responsible for meeting the 28-day posting requirement.

February 12, 2009 – The FY2009 Form 471 filing window will close at 11:59 pm ET. For the Form 471 to be considered as filed within the filing window, it must be submitted online, received by USAC, or postmarked no later than the filing window closing date.

The following must also be submitted before USAC can review your application: 

• Form 471 Block 6 Certifications
• Form 470 Block 5 Certifications of any Form 470 cited in your FY2009 Form 471
• Your Item 21 Attachment(s).

Ask for assistance. If you have questions, please contact our Client Service Bureau as directed below. In addition to Program information, they can provide information on the status of your forms.

Web- Based Software - FREE

http://www.schoolforge.net/education-software/web-based

K-12 Discounted Software Company

http://www.ccvsoftware.com/home.asp

Representative:  Karen Taylor

1-800-874-9001 x1140

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