NTIA has allocated $130M in BEAD funding to North Dakota.
About
The program covers some costs of broadband deployment projects that invest in capital assets designed to enable work, education, and health monitoring. Requirements include:
• Utilize future proof technology
• Networks should support 100/100 service day 1
• Exceptions will be considered
• Service provider shall provide a % of the capital cost
• Not funded from another state or fed program
• Funding will be limited to authorized CAPEX
• Not available for OPEX or other ineligible costs
• Must address unserved or underserved addresses
• Company financial viability is required
Rules & Application Information
Awards Made
About
Broadband North Dakota, a competitive grant program, is designed to address the needs of North Dakotans who currently lack access to reliable, affordable high-speed internet. The program aims to provide sustainable, future-proof connectivity to areas in the state lacking connectivity of at least 100/20 Mbps, including tribal lands. The program received $43.5M through the federal Capital Projects Fund.
Rules & Application Information
Program details coming soon.
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