USAC RFP: Schools and Libraries Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) Services
ID: SL-25-034Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSIONFEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSIONFCCWASHINGTON, DC, 20554, USA

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All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services (541990)

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SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: PROGRAM MANAGEMENT/SUPPORT (R408)
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    The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is seeking proposals for Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) Services through the Universal Service Administrative Company (USAC). The objective of this Request for Proposal (RFP) is to acquire a qualified vendor capable of providing essential administrative functions related to the Universal Service Fund (USF) and its support mechanisms, which include High Cost, Lifeline, Rural Health Care, and Schools & Libraries. This procurement is critical for ensuring effective billing, collection, and disbursement functions under FCC oversight. Proposals must be submitted by May 19, 2025, at 11:00 AM ET, and interested parties can access the RFP electronically at http://www.usac.org/about/procurement. For further inquiries, contact Anthony Smith at Anthony.Smith@usac.org or Noor Jalal at noor.jalal@usac.org.

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