Opportunity
Federal Register #DA 26-1123
FCC Suspension and Proposed Debarment Proceedings Concerning Richard Bernstein
Buyer
Federal Communications Commission
Posted
October 27, 2026
Respond By
November 28, 2026
Identifier
DA 26-1123
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Enforcement Bureau issued a suspension and proposed debarment notice concerning Richard Bernstein and federal universal service support programs. - Government buyer: No procurement buyer is identified; the notice was issued by the FCC Enforcement Bureau. - Action: Richard Bernstein was suspended from the E-Rate Program and all universal service support mechanisms, and proposed debarment proceedings were initiated. - Opportunity status: This is a suspension and debarment notice, not a solicitation or contract award. - Affected parties and response: Bernstein, or a person with an existing or intended contract with him for services related to schools and libraries support, may submit an opposition request with supporting documentation. - OEMs, vendors, products, and services: No OEMs or vendors are identified, and no products or services are being procured.
Description
The Federal Communications Commission’s Enforcement Bureau gives notice that Richard Bernstein has been suspended from the E-Rate Program and all universal service support mechanisms, and that debarment proceedings are commencing against him. Mr. Bernstein, or a person who has an existing or intended contract with him to provide or receive services related to schools and libraries support, may file an opposition request with supporting documentation. Opposition requests are due within 30 days of receiving the suspension letter or by November 27, 2026, whichever comes first. The Bureau will decide on opposition requests within 90 days.