About the Schools and Libraries Program:

• Overview of the Program
• Overview of the Process
• Outreach and Training
• Site Visits
• Filing Appeals
• Understanding Audits

Schools and Libraries Tools:

• Apply Online
• Commitments
• Submit a Question
• Latest News
• Calendar/Reminders
• Required Forms
• Reference Area
• Search Tools
• Changes and Corrections
• Suspensions and Debarments
• Program Compliance - Whistleblower Hotline
• Submitting A Complaint

Step 7: Submit Application for Support (Form 471)

The Services Ordered and Certification Form (Form 471) is the key form used to assure that schools and libraries receive appropriate Universal Service Fund support, comply with eligibility requirements, and take steps to use the supported services effectively.

 

What to File -

Form 471 - Services Ordered and Certification Form

The Form 471:

1. May be filed online or on paper
2. Must be certified by an authorized person to be considered complete
3. Must be postmarked or submitted online prior to the close of the application filing window for the funding year to be considered as filed within the window

Form 471 Item 21 Attachment

Services and products for which discounts are requested must be described on the Item 21 Attachment. Beginning with Funding Year 2006, the Item 21 Attachment may be created and submitted online.

Form 471 Item 25 Certification

Applicants must certify that they have secured access to the resources necessary to pay for:

1. The non-discounted portion of the costs for requested eligible services within the funding year
2. The ineligible products and services necessary to make effective use of the eligible services requested

After You File

Receipt Acknowledgement Letter

USAC will issue a Form 471 Receipt Acknowledgment Letter (RAL) to both the applicant and service provider upon successful data entry of the Form 471 and certification. Applicants should review the RAL and submit allowable corrections to USAC.