The California State Library is the certified approver of technology plans for California. An approved technology plan is required for applications requesting more than basic telephone services. Libraries should base their E-Rate purchases on the technology plan. At the time that a FCC Form 486 is submitted to the SLD, a school or library will be required to state that the California State Library has approved its technology plan. N o technology plan is required if you are applying only for E-rate discounts on basic local and long distance telephone service.
Plans are for a three-year term.
We are requiring that you perform some type of inventory and assessment and that you estimate the costs of your plan. You do not have to submit your inventory and budget documentation when you submit your Technology Plan. However, you must certify that you have done this work and provide the estimated total costs. The Schools and Libraries Division may perform audits on Universal Services discount applicants. It is required that you keep all working documents and forms on file for a minimum of three years following any application.