E-rate

E-rate will pay for your Gaggle subscription

Gaggle SPIN: 143024051

The 470 Application Deadline for funding year 2007/2008 is: January 10, 2008.

E-rate will pay for up to 90% of the cost of Gaggle's Subscription Service. You can eliminate the advertising on Gaggle and get many extra features!

The reimbursement rate is based upon the number of your students eligible for the free and reduced lunch program. The discounts ranges between 20% and 90%. Most schools qualify for at least a 50% discount.

Email service falls under the category of "Internet Access" which is a Priority One funding item. Even if your school does not usually qualify for inside wiring you are still eligible for email service.

The filing deadline for form 470 and E-rate eligibility is Thursday, January 10th. Don't let this opportunity bypass your school. Give us a call at 800-288-7750, and we will help you get started with your E-rate application.

Application Instructions for E-rate with Gaggle service

1. File form 470 with the Schools and Libraries Division

This form must be filed by January 10, 2008.

In order to meet the deadline you may need to file using the online form at:
http://www.sl.universalservice.org/menu.asp

-------- Block 2 of Form 470 --------
- In box 9, check Internet Access.
- In box 9b, check No, unless you have an RFP available.
- Under Service or Function enter "Email Services."
- Under Quantity or Capacity enter the number of users you wish to receive email access.

You must now wait 28 days before starting step #2. During that period you will need to obtain a price quote from Gaggle. You may either use the pricing information posted on the Gaggle web site or contact us for a price quote that matches your situation.

Please Note: The SLD recommends that you file separate 470s for your Priority One items and your Priority Two items. If you apply for your email service using a separate 470 application you will get a faster approval. Combining all of your items onto a single 470 application will result in a slower approval.

2. Wait 28 days before filing form 471

During the waiting period vendors may submit proposals for the services you have requested.
After the 28 day period you may select a vendor and sign a contract for the requested services.
(You can obtain a contract by contacting Gaggle or you may file for email service as a tariffed month-to-month service.)

You must then file form 471 with the Schools and Libraries Division.

When selecting an email provider you do not have to choose the lowest priced bid. Price does need to be the largest determining factor, but it may constitute as little as 30% of the decision. Other determining factors can be:
     - Prior Experience
     - Required Features
     - Reputation
     - Management Experience

IMPORTANT DEADLINE: Your form 471 must be filed no later than Thursday February 7, 2008.

Check out our Form 471 Help Page

In order to complete form 471 you will need Gaggle's Service Provider Information Number.

SPIN: 143024051

3. Wait for your Funding Commitment Decision Letter.

During the Spring of 2008 the Schools and Libraries Division will review your form 471, and issue a Funding Commitment Decision Letter.