Expert e-rate Consulting Services
Expertise
Live Oak is well-versed in the intricacies of the E-Rate program. We stay up-to-date with all E-Rate program changes and regulations to ensure you receive the maximum benefits. Did you know bus WiFi was declared E-Rate eligible to help close the homework gap? Hotspots for students and library patrons are also eligible.
Cost Savings
The E-Rate program can provide your organization with up to a 90% discount on internet connectivity and 85% discount on eligible network equipment, licensing, and service. Don't let the E-Rate program complexity deter you from achieving considerable cost savings.
Customized Solutions
Every organization has its own unique needs. Live Oak's E-Rate consulting services can help generate customized applications. Live Oak generates Form 470 bids to meet your specific needs.
Time Efficiency
Applying for E-Rate funding can be time-consuming. Live Oak takes the burden off your shoulders, managing the entire application process, paperwork, and follow-ups. Live Oak E-Rate consulting services allow you to focus on core operations.
Compliance
The rules and regulations of E-Rate can be complex and ever-changing. We will help you maintain compliance throughout the funding process, avoiding any potential issues. Compliance is critical for ongoing participation in the E-Rate program.
Transparent Pricing
We understand schools and libraries have tight budgets. Live Oak's competitive and transparent pricing structure fits within IT budgets. Cost certainty is as critical for E-Rate consulting as it is for IT grant writing.
E-Rate: A quick refresher
Category 1
Category 1: E-Rate provides discounts on internet and data transmission services. Schools and libraries are eligible for up to a 90% discount rate on approved Category 1 services. Voice services including VOIP are no longer eligible. Supporting documentation (ex. NSLP participation rates) should be continually updated to maximize eligible discounts.
Category 2
Category 2: E-Rate provides discounts on equipment, licensing, and service. Up to an 85% discount rate can achieved on internal connections (ex. network switches, wireless access points, uninterruptible power supply), managed internal broadband services, and basic maintenance of internal connections. Category 2 budgets are based on a per-student count for schools and square footage for libraries.