A. The Internet Service Provider (ISP) shall be required to provide advertised minimum download and minimum upload speeds of at least 100:20 Mbps. The broadband speed will be determined based on the Ookla speed test. The ISP shall provide all materials and labor cost associated with transmission media. At least annually, the ISP shall provide to the STPG evidence consistent with Federal Communications Commission attestation that the grant recipient is making available the proposed advertised speed, or a faster speed. B. STPG prefers the method of underground installation. Proposals will be graded accordingly based upon the method used for installation (above ground/underground). Proposers should include a percentage between above ground and underground distribution media in the proposal. The proposals submitted with a larger percentage of underground transmission media will be scored higher than a proposal submitted with a lower percentage. C. STPG will assist the internet provider with the costs associated with installation of the last mile infrastructure. D. Consumer pricing offers must be comparable to urban area rates. The ISP shall offer broadband installation and service at prices consistent with offers to consumers in other areas of the state. Any other ISP shall ensure that the broadband service is priced to consumers at no more than the cost rate identified in this proposal, for the duration of the five-year service agreement. In calculating cost, the recipient may adjust annually, consistent with the annual percentage increase in the Consumer Price Index in the preceding year. E. Services must be provided in two (2) years from the Notice to Proceed (NTP) being issued. • Area of incorrdance with (Attachment A-1 – Project Maps 3A & 5A, and Attachment A-2 – Address Locations 3A & 5A) commit to serve all listed addresses • 100 mbps download 20 Mbps uplosd sysmetrical based on ookla speed test data • Bill of Materials / Labor costs • Provide grant funds for last mile infrastructure • Pricing and installation offers must be comparable to urban area rates (RDOF rate compliance) • Access to Parish government owned properties negiatiable
