12/21/11 Holiday Gifts From Service Providers

Being that it is the time of year for gift giving, we thought we would share some information about the FCC rules as they relate to gifts to applicants from service providers.

It's important to know that an applicant risks serious financial consequences if the gift rules are violated, so be careful when accepting gifts from service providers. Keep the following in mind:
  • Gifts in excess of $20 value to any one individual responsible for E-rate, procurement, and/or technology planning are strictly prohibited. With approval from the recipients supervisor, however, a gift basket may be shared by an office as long as the basket doesn't exceed $20 per person. It would also be acceptable for a service provider to gift a flower arrangement for the reception area, as long as the same rules are followed.
To avoid risking violation of the FCC E-Rate gift rules, the safest approach would be to not accept any gifts from E-Rate service providers all together. If you have any questions please don't hesitate to call us. Also, be sure to check out our Facebook page and Twitter for more E-Rate tips and advice.

We'd like to wish all of you a safe and happy holiday season!
Posted by Erate Exchange Shari Phillips at 12/21/2011 11:58 AM
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