Internet For All Webinar Series: Introduction to the BEAD Challenge Process

The Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) Program's Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) describes the program’s requirements. An important requirement is that each Eligible Entity must submit an Initial Proposal that includes a BEAD “challenge process.” Join NTIA for a webinar that provides an overview and outlines the role that a unit of local government, nonprofit organization, or broadband service provider may participate in the challenge process.

This webinar will provide an introduction this BEAD state challenge process, including:

• The BEAD Initial Proposal’s description, volume approach, and timeline
• The BEAD Initial Proposal Volume I NOFO requirements
• Challenge submission steps and the roles of NTIA, Eligible Entities, and Challengers
• Next steps and additional resources