Multi-year amortization plans for E-Rate special construction are available

Spectrum Enterprise has been a special construction provider through E-Rate for years. Now we’re making it easier for applicants to work with us.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) defines special construction as upfront, non-recurring installation charges for the deployment of new or upgraded facilities, including construction of network facilities, design and engineering and project management. Payment plans are now available from Spectrum Enterprise in one-, two-, three and four-year amortization options to pay the non-discounted share of costs for special construction. Installment paymentplans must be requested through FCC Form 470.

Why partner with Spectrum Enterprise

Spectrum Enterprise has over 20 years of E-Rate experience and is one of the largest fiber providers in the nation that designs, procures and implements large complex infrastructure projects.

We’ve partnered with thousands of K-12 schools and districts nationwide to create educational technology-rich learning environments that accelerate student success. Be it internet solutions, voice and collaboration services or connecting sites with wide area networking, we are committed to ensuring an exceptional client experience, and we put the needs of our clients first.

Our sales and engineering teams provide the necessary funding details on the construction, including plan route feet, average cost per foot and total count of fiber strands. And we have a dedicated Government Subsidized Program department to help with your Form 471 once we are selected as your service provider.

Let us help you with your E-Rate special construction project. Learn more and connect with an education E-Rate IT solutions expert through our website.

Did you know?

Some states provide funds for special construction projects that meet the FCC’s long-term connectivity targets. Applicants receiving state funding for special construction can request additional E-Rate discounts to match state funding. Visit usac.org for more details.

Start planning now

Schools can apply for funding for special construction charges incurred up to six months prior to the July 1 start of the funding year (on or before January 1).