Federal Register #2026-21732

FCC seeks an independent Upper C-band transition clearinghouse

The Federal Communications Commission is seeking an independent administrator for Upper C-band transition costs and rebates. - Government buyer: Federal Communications Commission (FCC), Wireless Telecommunications Bureau. - Opportunity: Select an independent, third-party Upper C-band Clearinghouse. - Requested service: Receive, review, and resolve actual-cost and lump-sum reimbursement claims related to the Upper C-band transition, and administer rebates for adjacent-band radio altimeter retrofits. - Notable requirement: The clearinghouse must operate independently and manage both reimbursement claims and retrofit rebates. - OEMs and vendors: No OEMs, vendors, or specific products are named. No product quantities or part numbers are provided.

Description

The Federal Communications Commission’s Wireless Telecommunications Bureau announces the selection criteria and submission instructions for proposals to serve as the Upper C-band Clearinghouse. The independent third-party Clearinghouse will oversee cost-related aspects of the Upper C-band transition, including receiving, reviewing, and disposing of actual cost and lump sum reimbursement claims, and administering rebates for adjacent-band radio altimeter retrofits. Potential candidates may submit questions to the selection committee by October 23, 2026, and must submit proposals according to the committee’s instructions by November 9, 2026.

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