This is not yet clear. A report to the FCC by the E-rate Implementation Working Group suggests that certain services, such as telephone or paging services, should not require a technology plan. There is a two-step review process. If the plan includes all necessary components, it will be forwarded to MDE, which is committed to a two-week turnaround time for providing formal approval. A model plan that includes the required elements was prepared by experts in the field.
School libraries are an exception.
The USF program will feature a competitive bidding process. Schools and libraries will be required to complete an application that includes a description of the services requested, as well as a technology inventory. Also part of the application are a number of self certifications, including a statement that the institution will not resell discounted services. Applications will be filed with the USF administrator, who will post them on a website dedicated to this purpose. Competing service providers can bid on individual projects.