INTERNAL CONNECTIONS

DR1: The referenced RFP was not available for 28 days after the filing of the Form 470. <><><><><> DR2: FCC rules require applicants to carefully consider all bids and choose the most cost effective solution. Documentation demonstrates that the applicant did not consider all bids. Therefore, the applicant has violated the competitive bidding rules. <><><><><> DR3: Vendor evaluation was performed prior to the required 28-day waiting period which violates program rules. In order to ensure a fair competitive bidding process, the Form 470 and RFP (if applicable) must be posted for 28 days before vendor evaluation can be performed.