The Enabling Middle Mile Broadband Infrastructure Program provides funding for vital part of nation’s high-speed network. With $1 billion in funding, the program will reduce the cost of bringing high-speed internet to unserved and underserved communities.
Donor Name: National Telecommunications and Information Administration
State: All States
County: All Counties
Territory: Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, Guam, American Samoa, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 09/30/2022
Details:
Local networks are important for bringing high-speed internet to communities. But local networks aren’t enough. They need to connect to robust, high-capacity national and regional networks. Middle mile infrastructure makes this possible. By connecting to major networks, local networks can ensure reliable high-speed internet service for even the most remote communities.
Eligibility Criteria
- Example eligible uses of funds
- Government: States, District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, other territories, Tribal government, local government
- Industry: Tech company, electric utility, utility cooperative, public utility district, telecom company/cooperative
- Non-profits and other associations: Non-profits, regional planning council, Native entity, or economic development authority
- Partnerships: A partnership of two or more entities described above
- Grants can be used for the construction, improvement, or acquisition of middle mile infrastructure, including:
- Construction, improvement, or acquisition of facilities and equipment
- Engineering design, permitting and work related to project reviews
- Personnel costs, incl. salaries and benefits for staff and consultants
- Other costs necessary to programmatic activities
For more information, visit NTIA.