As Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) grant agreements begin to be signed, one of the first major steps in a construction project is selecting vendors. With BEAD funding, telecommunications (telecom) providers face heightened compliance expectations around procurement and contractor eligibility. This webinar will provide a practical overview of BEAD procurement requirements with a focused discussion on suspension and debarment considerations. Attendees will gain clarity on procurement risk areas, best practices, and potential internal controls.
Learning Objectives:
Upon completion of this program, participants will be able to:
- Discuss BEAD procurement requirements and thresholds.
- Identify important elements of a procurement policy.
- Explain how to complete and document suspension and debarment compliance requirements.