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Exhibit 10.12

CONFIDENTIAL TREATMENT REQUESTED BY NEXTG NETWORKS, INC.

MASTER RF TRANSPORT AND LEASE AGREEMENT

This Master RF Transport and Lease Agreement (this “Agreement “) is dated as of May 3, 2007
(the “Effective Date”), and is entered into by and between NextG Networks, Inc., a Delaware
corporation (“NextG”), and MetroPCS Wireless, Inc., a Delaware corporation, for itself and
on behalf of its Affiliates that may elect to participate in and become bound by this Agreement
(collectively with such Affiliates, “Operator”). In this Agreement, NextG and Operator are
collectively referred to as the “Parties” and are each individually referred to as a
“Party.” Capitalized terms used in this Agreement are defined in Section 1 or elsewhere in
this Agreement.

Background

From time to time on and/or after the Effective Date, Operator may request, and NextG may agree,
that NextG will lease to the Operator [***] certain fiber strands on one or more Networks and
provide Operator with node construction, maintenance, monitoring, and RF transport services, in
each case with respect to one or more Networks, whether already existing after the Effective Date,
or to be constructed by NextG on or after the Effective Date, in each case subject to all terms,
conditions, covenants, representations, warranties, and provisions set forth in this Agreement.

Agreement

For good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which are hereby acknowledged,
the Parties agree as follows:

1 Definitions. As used in this Agreement and in any exhibits, the following terms shall
have the meanings specified:

     1.1 “Affiliate”means, with respect to a Party, any entity that the Party or its
parents or subsidiaries directly or indirectly holds the beneficial ownership (either directly or
indirectly) of at least 30% of the equity securities or interests in such entity, (a) which is
controlled directly or indirectly (through one or more subsidiaries) by the Party or its parent,
(b) as to which a Party directly or indirectly holds the beneficial ownership of at least 50% of
the voting securities or interests of such entity, (c) as to which either Party directly or
indirectly holds the power to direct or control the direction of the management or affairs of such
entity, or (d) which is under common control, either directly or indirectly (through one or more
subsidiaries) with the Party.

     1.2 “Base Station Hotel” means the owned or leased shelter housing Operator’s base
station equipment, as designated by Operator, through which NextG will connect each Network to, and
integrate such Network with, Operator’s network.

     1.3 “Change in Control” means, as of any particular time, a direct or indirect change
in the ownership of more than 50% of NextG’s voting or equity interests, as compared to such
ownership immediately before such time, in a single transaction or in a series of related
transactions or the transfer or sale of substantially all of NextG’s assets; provided that, in each
case, “Change in Control” expressly does not include (a) any such transaction or series of related
transactions that close on or before [***]; (b) any such transaction or series of related
transactions with one or more NextG Affiliates; (c) NextG’s initial public offering or any
secondary NextG public offerings, and (d) any transaction or series of related transaction the
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     1.4 “Fiber System” means the fiber portion of each Network that is owned or controlled
by NextG and within which the Leased Fibers are located.

     1.5 “Hub Node Equipment” means the equipment that receives optical signals from the
NextG Equipment and transmits and receives RF signals to the Base Station Hotel.

     1.6 “Intellectual Property” means (a)  all inventions (whether patentable or
unpatentable and whether or not reduced to practice, all improvements to such inventions, and all
patents, patent applications, and patent disclosures, together with all reissuances, continuations,
continuations-in-part, revisions, extensions, and reexaminations thereof; (b) all trademarks,
service marks, trade dress, logos, trade names, and corporate names, together with all
translations, adaptations, derivations, and combinations thereof and including all goodwill
associated therewith, and all applications, registrations, and renewals in connection therewith;
(c) all copyrightable works, all copyrights, and all applications, registrations, and renewals in
connection therewith; (d) all mask works and all applications, registrations, and renewals in
connection therewith; (e) all trade secrets and confidential business information (including ideas,
research and development, know-how, formulas, compositions, manufacturing and production processes
and techniques, technical data, designs, drawings, specifications, customer and supplier lists,
pricing and cost information, and business and marketing plans and proposals); (f) all computer
software (including data and related documentation); (g) all other proprietary rights; and (h) all
copies and tangible embodiments thereof (in whatever form or medium).

     1.7 “Leased Fibers” means the specific fiber optic filament strands leased to Operator
[***] as provided in a Network Order.

     1.8 “Network” means all elements of a fiber-fed microcellular RF network to be
operated by NextG pursuant to any Network Order.

     1.9 “Network Interface” means the demarcation point that connects Operator Equipment
to the Leased Fiber.

     1.10 “Network Vendor” means the network of the vendor from whom NextG may have
purchased or leased its dark fiber.

     1.11 “NextG Assessments” means any and all assessments, other than Operator
Assessments, including franchise fees, license fees, right-of-way fees, utility charges and fees
directly related to obtaining, maintaining, renewing, and extending any NextG Authorizations, in
each case imposed by any Person upon NextG directly related to NextG’s operation of NextG’s
business.

     1.12 “NextG Authorizations” means any and all material and applicable authorizations,
licenses, IRUs, easements, rights of way, franchises, approvals, agreements, orders, consents, and
all other rights required for NextG to operate and maintain the NextG Network and to provide
services to Operator, other than Operator Authorizations.

     1.13 “NextG Equipment” means [***].

     1.14 “NextG Fiber Hub” means the fiber optic hub at each Node and the Base Station
Hotel that NextG will use to connect to the Operator Equipment.

     1.15 “NextG Network” means, collectively, the Fiber System, NextG Authorizations,
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     1.16 “Node Equipment” means Operator’s endpoint equipment that receives optical
signals from the NextG Equipment and transmits and receives RF signals to Operator’s customers;
provided that this definition does not include any part of the NextG Network.

     1.17 “Node” means each immediate location where Node Equipment is located or attached.

     1.18 “Operator Assessments” means any and all taxes, costs, charges, fees and expenses
of every kind and description relating to the: (a) Nodes, (b) Base Station Hotels (including rent,
planning, permitting and zoning fees, and electricity and telco (i.e., T-1) hookup, connection and
usage charges), (c) Operator Equipment; and (d) items shown on the Responsibilities Matrix attached
to the Network Order (the “Responsibilities Matrix”) as being Operator’s responsibility;
provided that Operator Assessments expressly do not include any franchise taxes or other fees
associates with NextG’s business operations.

     1.19 “Operator Authorizations” means any and all applicable authorizations, leases,
subleases, licenses, easements, rights of way, utility usage rights, usage rights, franchises,
approvals, permits, orders, consents, and any and all other rights necessary for: (a) NextG to
lawfully and rightfully operate, maintain, monitor, retrieve, replace, repair, and access all
Operator Equipment, Node, and Hub Node Equipment, and any NextG Equipment connected to the same;
(b) NextG to lawfully and rightfully connect Operator’s Equipment to the NextG Network; and (c)
Operator to lawfully and rightfully receive and use services, and otherwise perform its obligations
and exercise its rights, under this Agreement.

     1.20 “Operator Equipment” means Operator‘s communication systems, including [***]
provided that the NextG Network is expressly excluded from this definition.

     1.21 “Outage Credit” means a credit calculated as provided in the Service Level
Agreement attached as Exhibit A to be applied against fees owed by Operator to NextG under
this Agreement.

     1.22 “Outage” means either (a) the complete interruption of communications, or (b) the
material degradation of Operator’s communication between Operator Equipment, the Network Interface
and any Node; provided that, in any such case, such interruption or degradation is not caused by
(i) Operator‘s failure to obtain, maintain, extend, or renew Operator Authorizations or Operator’s
failure to pay any Operator Assessments; (ii) one or more acts or omissions of Operator or of any
Operator Representative that have directly contributed to the complete interruption of
communications or the material degradation of Operator’s communications; (iii) the use, failure,
malfunction, unavailability, or inoperability of any Operator Equipment (unless both (A) Operator
ordered and is current in its payments for NextG’s equipment maintenance services as described in
Section 5.5 and (B) the use, failure, malfunction, or inoperability of the Operator Equipment was
caused by NextG’s failure to perform the equipment maintenance services); (iv) Operator‘s failure
to perform any of its obligations under this Agreement; (v) any Force Majeure Event; or
(vi) planned interruptions or degradations for maintenance or repair that are reasonably consistent
with industry standards.

     1.23 “Person” means any natural person or entity, including any corporation, any
company, any partnership, any trust, any association, any other business entity, any governmental
agency, authority, jurisdiction, or political divisions or subdivisions thereof, or any individual;
provided that this definition does not include either Party, unless the context specifically
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     1.24 “Representative,” with respect to a Person or Party, means the directors,
officers, employees, agents, consultants, advisors (including financial advisors, attorneys, and
accountants), contractors, and subcontractors of the applicable Person or Party.

     1.25 “Services” means those services to be provided by NextG as specified in each
Network Order, which may include RF Transport Services (as defined in Section 5.3.1), Leased Fiber
Monitoring and Maintenance Services (as defined in Section 5.3.2), and Node Monitoring Services (as
defined in Section 5.3.3).

     1.26 “User” means, as of any given time, any wireless communications provider or other
Person (other than Operator) that may be using a Fiber System.

2 Scope of Agreement and Use of Fiber System.

     2.1 Scope. The terms and conditions of this Agreement shall apply to all transactions on or
after the Effective Date, but not any transactions before the Effective Date, pursuant to which
Operator purchases Services or leases Leased Fiber from NextG or any of NextG’s Affiliates pursuant
to a Network Order first approved on or after the Effective Date. As soon as reasonably
practicable after the Effective Date, Operator will use commercially reasonable efforts to order at
least [***] total Nodes (including Nodes ordered by Operator Affiliates) in various United States
markets, which may, at Operator’s election, include
[***]. [***].

     2.2 Permitted Uses. [***].

     2.3 NextG’s Use of NextG Networks. [***].

     2.4 Leased Fibers. For each Network Order that the Operator orders under this Agreement,
Operator will lease from NextG specific Leased Fibers within the applicable Fiber System, and NextG
will lease to Operator those specific Leased Fibers within the applicable Fiber Systems. NextG
will lease the Leased Fibers to Operator [***]. Each Specific Network Order will specify the
location and identity of the Leased Fibers within each Fiber System, and each Network Order will be
for [***] Leased Fiber [***] per Node, unless otherwise indicated in a Network Order. So long as
Operator pays the Leased Fiber Fees and timely performs each of Operator’s obligations under this
Agreement and the applicable Network Order, NextG covenants that Operator shall, subject to the
terms and conditions of this Agreement and the applicable Network Order, quietly and peaceably
possess and enjoy the Leased Fibers throughout the applicable Lease Term without any interruption
or disturbance from NextG or any Person lawfully claiming by, through, or under NextG.

3 Services Fees and Payment.

     3.1 Network Orders. From time to time on and/or after the Effective Date, Operator may order,
and NextG and/or one of NextG’s regionally-based wholly-owned subsidiaries may accept, an order
from Operator for Leased Fibers and for one or more of the Services under this Agreement. Neither
Party shall have any obligation to provide or pay for any Leased Fibers and/or any Service until
the Parties have mutually executed and delivered a network service order that sets forth the
relevant and specific terms of such order (a “Specific Network Order”) or executed and
delivered a master network service order (each, a “Master Network Order,” and collectively
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one or more Specific Network Orders. A sample Specific Network Order and a sample Master
Network Order are attached as Exhibit B and Exhibit C, respectively.

     3.2 Operator Purchase Orders. Purchase orders are required for all goods and services
purchased hereunder, except that Operator may elect to comply with Operator’s Service Fee payment
obligations and Leased Fiber Fee payment obligations without utilizing purchase orders. The
Parties specifically agree that none of the terms and conditions that may be stated on such
Operator purchase order(s) shall become a part of this Agreement or any Network Order, whether or
not they conflict with the terms of this Agreement or any Network Order. NextG shall not be
obligated to commence work, and may terminate any Network Order, at any time prior to NextG’s
receipt of a purchase order from Operator if a purchase order is not issued within [***] calendar
days of the applicable Network Order effective date. Upon NextG’s receipt of Operator’s purchase
order under a Network Order, such NextG termination right with respect to such Network Order will
terminate, except as specifically stated to the contrary.

     3.3 Services Fees and Payments; Transaction Taxes. Except as otherwise specifically provided
herein, all payments under this Agreement will be due and payable within [***] days of receipt of
NextG’s invoice, subject to NextG providing tax reporting and payment direction information in form
reasonably required by Operator.

          3.3.1 No Setoff, Deduction, or Demand. Except as otherwise specifically provided herein, all
payments due to NextG under this Agreement shall be paid by Operator without setoff, deduction, or
demand for any reason.

          3.3.2 Late Payments. In the event Operator fails to make a payment when due NextG under this
Agreement, Operator agrees to pay interest from the due date until the date paid at the lesser of
(a) [***] per annum or (b) the maximum interest rate then allowed by law.

          3.3.3 Transactions Taxes. Operator shall be responsible for timely payment of all Transaction
Taxes (as defined below) imposed on charges for goods and services provided under this Agreement.
However, Operator shall not be responsible for such taxes for which Operator has provided NextG
with a valid and properly executed exemption certificate. For purposes of this Agreement
“Transaction Taxes” shall mean all (a) federal, state and local sales and use taxes, and
(b) any and all taxes and fees imposed on the purchase or use, or purchaser or user, of
communications services including federal communications tax and universal service tax. Operator
shall not be responsible for any taxes imposed on NextG arising from NextG’s consumption of goods
and services in connection with this Agreement. Operator shall indemnify, defend and hold harmless
NextG from any nonpayment of Transaction Taxes, including by reason of presentation of an invalid
or ineffective exemption certificate.

4 Term.

     4.1 Agreement Term. The term (“Term”) of this Agreement shall commence on the
Effective Date, and the Term shall continue thereafter for the longer of (a) [***] and (b) the
[***].

     4.2 Network and Lease Term. The term for which NextG shall provide those Services identified
on each Network Order for each Network (the “Network Term”) shall be for an initial period
of [***] from and after the Commissioning Date (as defined in Section 5.3) of the last Leased Fiber
for that Network, unless terminated sooner in accordance with this Agreement. The Network Term of
each Network Order shall automatically be extended for [***] each unless either NextG or Operator
gives written notice of termination to the other not less than [***] before the commencement of the
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for the Leased Fibers within each Network (the “Lease Term”) shall be [***] commencing
on the Fiber Acceptance date (as determined in Section 5.1.3), unless terminated sooner in
accordance with Section 4.3 of this Agreement. The Lease Term for each Leased Fiber shall
automatically be extended for [***] each, unless either NextG or Operator give written notice of
termination to the other not less than [***] before the commencement of the applicable extension
term. [***].

     4.3
Change in Control. [***]

5 Network Services. NextG shall provide to Operator for the Network Term the Services
specified in the underlying Network Order, in accordance with the terms and conditions specified
herein and in the applicable Network Order. NextG will use commercially reasonable efforts to
obtain, maintain, and renew all NextG Authorizations necessary for NextG to timely perform its
obligations hereunder, at NextG’s sole cost and expense.

     5.1 Network Design; Fiber Build.

          5.1.1 Network Design. Within [***] after NextG receives Operator’s purchase order under a
Network Order, NextG will make personnel available to begin working with Operator to finalize the
preliminary Network design attached to the Network Order, drive test the proposed Node locations,
and share the drive test results and final proposed Network design with Operator. Upon Operator’s
approval of the final Network design, Operator shall sign and return to NextG the NextG provided RF
Approval Form.

          5.1.2 Fiber System Build. If the Fiber System is not already built, upon receiving the NextG
RF Approval Form signed by Operator, NextG shall, for the consideration specified in the applicable
Network Order, construct the Fiber System required by such Network Order, which will include the
Leased Fiber, to connect the Nodes identified in the applicable Network Order as described in the
applicable Responsibilities Matrix. Operator shall, at its sole cost and expense, install and
provide to NextG the appropriate Operator’s Equipment at the address and the location set forth in
the applicable Network Services Quotation exhibit. After completing the Fiber System construction,
NextG shall perform uni-directional span testing of the Fiber System (the “Fiber Acceptance
Test”). NextG shall provide Operator with a copy of such test results. Loss measurements will
be recorded using an industry-accepted optical source. OTDR traces will be taken and splice loss
measurements will be recorded and summarized on data sheets. Copies of all data sheets will be
made available to Operator. The power loss measurements shall be made at 1310 nm and 1550 nm, and
performed from the NextG Fiber Hub to each segment end point. OTDR traces shall be taken at 1310 nm
and 1550 nm. The end-to-end loss value as calculated with an industry-accepted optical source
should have an attenuation rating of less than or equal to the following:

[***]

The total optical loss between the NextG Fiber Hub and each segment end point shall in all cases be
less than [***] calculated optical loss. OTDR testing only will be performed for bare fiber
(un-terminated fiber).

          5.1.3 Fiber Acceptance. Upon the successful completion of the Fiber Acceptance Test, NextG
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Upon receiving the Fiber Completion Notice, the Leased Fibers will be deemed accepted, unless
Operator rejects the Fiber Completion Notice by written notice to NextG within [***] after
receiving the Fiber Completion Notice that the Leased Fibers materially failed to satisfy the
requirements of the Fiber Acceptance Test exists. If Operator thus rejects the Fiber Completion
Notice, NextG shall promptly remedy the defect or failure specified in Operator’s notice.
Thereafter, NextG shall again conduct a Fiber Acceptance Test and (if successfully completed)
provide Operator a Fiber Completion Notice. The foregoing procedure shall repeat in good faith
until the Leased Fibers are accepted or deemed accepted. The acceptance date for the Leased Fibers
(“Fiber Acceptance”) shall be the earliest of: (a) the date that Operator delivers a notice
accepting the Leased Fibers; (b) the [***] after delivery of the Fiber Completion Notice where
Operator fails to timely or properly reject such notice, and (c) the date of Operator’s first use
of the Leased Fibers for any purpose other than testing.

     5.2 Node Installation.

          5.2.1 [***].

          5.2.2 [***].

          5.2.3 [***].

          5.2.4 [***].

          5.2.5 Node Acceptance.

               (a) The Nodes will be deemed accepted unless Operator rejects the Node Completion Notice by
written notice to NextG within [***] of receipt of the Node Completion Notice that a material
failure of the Nodes to satisfy the requirements of the Node Acceptance Test exists. If Operator
thus rejects the Node Completion Notice, NextG shall promptly remedy the defect or failure
specified in Operator’s notice. Thereafter, NextG shall again conduct a Node Acceptance Test and
(if successfully completed) provide Operator a Node Completion Notice. The foregoing procedure
shall repeat in good faith until the Nodes are accepted or deemed accepted. The acceptance date
for the Nodes (“Node Acceptance”) shall be the earliest of: (a) the date that Operator
delivers a notice of acceptance of the Nodes; (b) the [***] after delivery of the Node Completion
Notice where Operator fails to timely or properly reject such notice,
and (c) [***].

               (b) [***].

          5.2.6 Node Delivery. By bill of sale or as otherwise reasonably requested by Operator,
promptly after receipt of the final payment specified in Section 6.1.4, NextG shall convey to
Operator all right, title, and interest to the Nodes subject to the underlying NextG and Operator
Authorizations (“Node Delivery”). If conveyance of the Nodes is not requested by Operator,
Node Delivery shall be deemed to have occurred on the date that is [***] after receipt of the final
payment specified in Section 6.1.4. NextG may begin providing RF Transport and Monitoring Services
for any Nodes connected to the Leased Fibers that have passed Node Acceptance (“Partial
Delivery”). [***].

     5.3 Fiber Lease and Network Services. From and after the later of the Fiber Acceptance date
and the Node Acceptance date for a Network (the “Commissioning Date”), Operator shall have
[***] the Leased Fibers for the Lease Term in accordance with the terms of this Agreement and the
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Fiber created pursuant to this Agreement, neither this Agreement, nor any Network Order, nor
any lease rights contained in this Agreement shall be deemed to establish or convey any right,
title, or interest in any personal or real property comprising the Fiber System, including the
Leased Fibers. Operator and NextG expressly acknowledge and agree that, with respect to the Leased
Fibers, this Agreement is a lease to use, subject to the terms and conditions of this Agreement,
[***] each Leased Fiber [***] is not a sale of the Leased Fibers to Operator. After the
Commissioning Date, NextG will deliver a close-out binder to Operator, and the close-out binder
will include the information contained in Exhibit E. During the Network Term, NextG shall provide
to Operator the following Services, unless terminated by Operator in accordance with Section 5.3.4:

          5.3.1 RF Transport and Delay. NextG will transport Operator’s RF traffic over the Leased
Fibers to and from the Nodes, specifically from the Hub Node Equipment to the Node Equipment (the
“RF Transport Service”). NextG will provide the delay from the Base Station Hotel
connection point to the Node for each Node.

          5.3.2 Leased Fiber Monitoring and Maintenance. NextG will monitor and maintain the Leased
Fibers which monitoring and maintenance will be in accordance with Exhibit F (the
“Leased Fiber Monitoring and Maintenance Service”).

          5.3.3 Node Monitoring. NextG will monitor the Node Equipment and Hub Node Equipment and
provide email notification of alarms and failures according to NextG’s standard operating
procedures (together with the services described in Section 5.3.2, the “Monitoring
Services”). NextG will integrate or interface NextG’s NOC with Operator’s NOC so that Operator
can simultaneously monitor the Nodes.

          5.3.4 [***].

     5.4 Equipment and Scheduled Durations.

          5.4.1 Equipment Purchase. Operator shall purchase the equipment listed in the Network Order
which equipment (other than spares) shall be installed by NextG for the consideration stated in the
Network Order. Prices do not include applicable taxes or shipping. Equipment is shipped FCA (free
carrier) San Jose, California or another designated NextG facility. Thus, risk of loss and title
to the equipment passes to Operator upon delivery of the equipment by NextG to the designated
carrier at NextG’s facility or another designated NextG facility. All warranties are passed
through from the original equipment manufacturer, are solely between Operator and such
manufacturer(s), and NextG makes no additional warranties whatsoever. Payments under this Section
5.4.1 are due [***] after Operator receives an invoice.

          5.4.2 Target Delivery Date. The total duration of the Network construction schedule and the
performance of the various professional and construction services described in the Network Order
shall not exceed [***] from the date of receipt of all required NextG and Operator Authorizations
(the “Target Delivery Date”). As soon as possible following the Effective Date, the
Parties shall compile a mutually agreeable construction schedule. The Network Order may specify
penalties for NextG’s failure to meet the Target Delivery Date and bonuses if NextG completes
Network construction before the Target Delivery Date.

     5.5 Maintenance of Operator Equipment. Notwithstanding anything to the contrary herein,
unless Operator has purchased NextG’s equipment maintenance Services (as described in Exhibit
G) under a Network Order, no equipment RMA/warranty support, maintenance, or repair of any
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Monitoring Services or otherwise, at any phase of performance of services under that Network
Order.

     5.6 [***]. Unless expressly provided to the contrary in a Network Order, the various
professional and construction services described in this Agreement and each Network Order do not
include, and the fees enumerated in the applicable Network Order do not cover, [***]. If the
Network design approved by Operator pursuant to Section 5.1.1 requires [***] and Operator so
desires, NextG will use commercially reasonable efforts as directed by Operator to obtain the
necessary permissions on a time and materials basis or on such other terms and conditions as the
Parties might subsequently agree. NextG shall not commence performance of any such work unless and
until the Parties have agreed in writing on the terms under which NextG shall perform the same.
Alternatively, Operator may cancel that portion of the Network that is to be [***].

     5.7 Base Station Hotel

          5.7.1 If expressly provided in a Network Order, NextG shall: (a) negotiate Operator’s use of
Base Station Hotel space on Operator’s behalf (the “BTS Space”) on a time and materials
basis at NextG’s then prevailing hourly rates; or (b) obtain the right for Operator to use and
access the BTS Space for the Term and pass through the monthly rental to Operator [***], subject to
Operator’s compliance with, and payment of any access charges required under, the terms of NextG’s
agreement with the operator of the BTS Space. Operator shall not be responsible for any BTS rent
to NextG or the operator of the BTS Space unless Operator has demonstrated its approval of the rent
in writing.

          5.7.2 If BTS Space acquisition services are not included in a Network Order, Operator
shall be solely responsible for performing the necessary site acquisition and for paying any and
all rent, fees, costs, charges, and expenses in connection therewith. In any such case, Operator
will notify NextG as soon as possible about Operator’s proposed site location, and NextG will
respond in writing [***] after receiving such notification with NextG’s approval or disapproval of
that proposed site location.

          5.7.3 Whether or not NextG performs BTS Space acquisition services for Operator, Operator
shall be solely responsible for: [***].

6 Network Services Fees.

     6.1 Professional & Construction Services Fee. In consideration of NextG‘s performance of the
various professional and construction services described in the applicable Network Order, Operator
shall pay to NextG the professional and construction services fees enumerated in the applicable
Network Order (the “Construction Fees”), according to the following milestone payment
schedule:

          6.1.1 [***]

          6.1.2 [***]

          6.1.3 [***]

          6.1.4 [***]

     6.2 Service Fee and Leased Fiber Fee. Beginning on the Network Order effective date, Operator
shall pay to NextG the Service Fee specified in the applicable Network Order (the “Service
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each subsequent Service Fee payment will be made on the first day of each month for that
month. For each Network, the Service Fee will terminate automatically when the Lease Term begins.
Beginning on and throughout the Lease Term for each Network, Operator shall pay to NextG the Leased
Fiber Fee specified in the applicable Network Order (the “Leased Fiber Fee”). After the
first Leased Fiber Fee payment is made at the beginning of the Lease Term, each subsequent Leased
Fiber Fee payment will be made on the first day of each month for that month. The Service Fee and
the Leased Fiber Fee for any partial month shall be prorated in accordance with the number of days
in any such partial month.

     6.3 Service Fee and Leased Fiber Fee Adjustments. Beginning on the first anniversary of the
date that the Service Fee first became due and payable under Section 6.2, and on each subsequent
anniversary date throughout the Lease Term and any Lease Term extensions, the applicable Service
Fee or Leased Fiber Fee (as applicable as of any particular time) will increase by [***] over the
Service Fee or Leased Fiber Fee (as applicable) that was in effect for the immediately preceding
year.

     6.4 Additional Node Capacity. Each Node will be capable of being configured to include up to
[***] of transport bandwidth, provided that Operator’s Equipment allows for such [***]. In the
event that a Node is initially configured with [***] of transport bandwidth, Operator may elect to
install [***] transport bandwidth. While Operator shall be under no obligation to contract with
NextG to install such [***] transport bandwidth, Operator may request that NextG do so. NextG
shall promptly evaluate Operator’s request and provide Operator a quote for performing the
necessary work. NextG shall perform no such work until Operator has agreed to the quoted terms.
Once agreed, NextG will install the [***] transport bandwidth as soon as reasonably practicable.
In addition to paying for [***] as agreed by the Parties, [***].

     6.5 Management Fee. To the extent that NextG pays any fees on behalf of Operator in the
process of applying for or obtaining any Operator Authorizations or otherwise in connection with
the installation of the Nodes, NextG shall be reimbursed for the [***] as a management fee.

     6.6 [***].

     6.7 [***].

7 Default. A Party shall be in default under this Agreement in any of the following
circumstances and the non-defaulting party shall be entitled to avail itself of any remedies
available at law or in equity not otherwise limited by the terms of this Agreement of the
applicable Network Order:

     7.1 such Party fails to pay any required payments [***] after receiving written notice of such
failure to pay by the applicable due date; or

     7.2 such Party (a) terminates or suspends its entire business, (b) becomes subject to any
bankruptcy or insolvency proceeding under federal or state statute, (c) becomes insolvent or
subject to direct control by a trustee, receiver or similar authority, or (d) has wound up or
liquidated, voluntarily or otherwise.

     7.3 such Party fails to perform or observe any other material term, covenant, provision, or
condition of this Agreement or any Network Order, but, in each case, only if such breach remains
uncured [***] after the breaching Party receives written notice of such breach; provided that, if
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than [***] to cure, then the time period will be extended for an additional [***] if the
breaching Party proceeds diligently to cure the breach.

8 Force Majeure

     8.1 Force Majeure Defined. Notwithstanding anything to the contrary herein on any Network
Order, neither Party will be considered in breach for a failure or delay in performance of one or
more of its obligations under this Agreement or a Network Order if such failure or delay is
directly caused by or attributable to the occurrence of a Force Majeure Event (as defined below)
for so long as such Force Majeure Event remains applicable. “Force Majeure Event “ means
any event or cause beyond the reasonable control of the Party claiming relief, including any
action by or omission of a governmental agency or authority (including a moratorium on any
activities related to this Agreement or changes in government codes, ordinances, laws, rules,
regulations, or restrictions), material shortages, third-party labor dispute, flood, earthquake,
fire, lightning, epidemic, war, riot, civil disturbance, act of public enemy or enemies, terrorist
act, sabotage, or acts of God; provided, however, either Party’s failure for any reason to pay
money when due pursuant to this Agreement or otherwise will not qualify as a Force Majeure Event.
Upon the occurrence of a Force Majeure Event, the Party whose performance is adversely affected
will provide written notice to the other Party [***] of such occurrence describing the affected
performance. NextG and Operator will promptly confer, in good faith, to agree upon equitable,
reasonable action to continue their performance under this Agreement. NextG and Operator will use
commercially reasonable efforts to minimize the delay caused by the Force Majeure Event and resume
the affected performance. All obligations of each Party will be equitably adjusted to account for
the Force Majeure Event.

     8.2 [***].

     8.3 [***].

     8.4 Force Majeure Termination Events. Either Party may terminate the affected portion of a
Network Order upon not less than [***] written notice to the other Party if (a) any Force Majeure
Event (as defined in Section 8.1) applicable to the other Party results in that other Party’s
inability to perform its obligations under the Network Order for a period of [***] or more; or (b)
any Force Majeure Event applicable to the terminating Party results in the terminating Party’s
inability to perform its obligations under the Network Order for a period of one year. Upon any
such cancellation, Operator shall pay any invoices for milestones earned or achieved by NextG up to
and including the effective date of termination, and upon such payment each Party shall thereafter
be relieved of all further liability with respect to the cancelled portion of the Network Order
except that a Party shall continue to be liable for any breaches that occurred prior to the
termination.

9 Insurance. The Parties agree to procure and maintain the insurance policies
and coverages described below throughout the Term.

     9.1 NextG Insurance. At NextG’s sole cost and expense, NextG will procure and maintain during
the Term: (a) workers’ compensation insurance (at statutory limits) and employer’s liability
insurance with minimum limits of $500,000; (b) commercial general liability and property damage
insurance (including completed operations and contractual liability) in an amount equal to at least
$2,000,000 combined single limit; and (c) “all risk” property insurance insuring the NextG
Equipment and its related personal property for its full replacement cost. All such policies shall
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Operator, and licensed to do business in the state in which the Network is to be located;
(x) shall apply as primary insurance, and that any other insurance carried by Operator will be
excess only, and will not contribute with such insurance; (y) provide that no cancellation of
coverage shall occur without 30 days’ prior written notice to Operator, and (z) be evidenced by a
Certificate of Insurance furnished to Operator promptly following the Effective Date, which NextG
shall replace with a new Certificate at least 30 days before the expiration or termination of any
expiring or terminating policy.

     9.2 Operator Insurance. Operator will maintain general liability and property damage
insurance of the types and in the amounts consistent with its insurance practices in the ordinary
course of Operator’s business. Such insurance coverages shall include (a) sufficient property
damage coverage to insure loss of the Operator Equipment, and (b) sufficient liability coverage to
insure all potential liability under this Agreement. Operator shall supply to NextG evidence of
the insurance coverages required under this section within 30 days of Operator’s receipt of written
request by NextG.

10 Warranty; Limitations of Liability and Warranty; Indemnities

     10.1 Warranty. If, within [***] after the date of delivery of the Nodes under a
Network Order, any of the construction work is found to be not in accordance with the requirements
of this Agreement or the Network Order, NextG shall promptly correct the defective work after
receipt of written notice from Operator to do so. Operator must give such notice within [***]
after the expiration of the [***] warranty period; provided, however, that any such corrective
action shall not extend the original [***] warranty period.

     10.2 Limitations of Liability. EACH PARTY’S TOTAL LIABILITY TO THE OTHER PARTY FOR
DAMAGES UNDER THIS AGREEMENT, EXCLUDING LIABILITIES UNDER [***], IS LIMITED TO THE TOTAL AMOUNT
PAYABLE BY OPERATOR TO NEXTG FOR SERVICES PROVIDED UNDER THE SPECIFIC NETWORK ORDER TO WHICH THE
DISPUTE RELATES. EXCLUDING LIABILITIES UNDER [***], NEITHER PARTY WILL BE LIABLE TO THE OTHER
PARTY FOR ANY SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT, PUNITIVE, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF OR
IN CONNECTION WITH THIS AGREEMENT EVEN IF THE PARTY HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF THE
DAMAGE AND NOTWITHSTANDING THE FAILURE OF ESSENTIAL PURPOSE OF ANY LIMITED REMEDY. THE LIMITATIONS
SET FORTH IN THIS § 10.2 WILL APPLY, WITHOUT LIMITATION, TO LOSS OF PROFITS OR REVENUE (WHETHER
ARISING OUT OF TRANSMISSION INTERRUPTIONS OR PROBLEMS, ANY INTERRUPTION OR DEGRADATION OF SERVICE,
OR OTHERWISE) OR CLAIMS OF CUSTOMERS, WHETHER OCCASIONED BY ANY CONSTRUCTION, RECONSTRUCTION,
RELOCATION, REPAIR, OR MAINTENANCE PERFORMED BY, OR FAILED TO BE PERFORMED BY, THE OTHER PARTY OR
ANY OTHER CAUSE WHATSOEVER, INCLUDING BREACH OF CONTRACT, BREACH OF WARRANTY, NEGLIGENCE, OR STRICT
LIABILITY.

     10.3 Disclaimer. EXCEPT AS OTHERWISE EXPRESSLY PROVIDED IN THIS AGREEMENT, NEXTG DISCLAIMS
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     10.4 Indemnities

          10.4.1 Indemnification by NextG. In addition to the other express indemnification provisions
contained in this Agreement and subject to Section 10.2, NextG agrees to indemnify, defend,
protect, and hold harmless Operator and Operator’s Representatives from and against all losses,
damages, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees and expenses),
claims, suits, demands, actions, or causes of action of whatever kind or nature brought by a third
party (collectively “Claims”) arising out of or in connection with, or alleged to arise out
of or in connection with, NextG’s or its Representatives’ (a) infringement or misappropriation of
Intellectual Property rights, (b) breach of any term or condition of this Agreement or a Network
Order, (c) negligence or intentional misconduct in connection with a Network or its (or their)
obligations under this Agreement or a Network Order, or (d) negligent actions or negligent
omissions damaging Operator Equipment or any part of Operator’s wireless telecommunications
network.

          10.4.2 Indemnification by Operator. In addition to the other express indemnification
provisions contained in this Agreement and subject to Section 10.2, Operator agrees to indemnify,
defend, protect, and hold harmless NextG and NextG’s Representatives from and against all Claims
arising out of or in connection with, or alleged to arise out of or in connection with: (a)
Operator’s or its Representatives’ (i) infringement or misappropriation of Intellectual Property
rights, (ii) breach of any term or condition of this Agreement or a Network Order, (iii) negligence
or intentional misconduct in connection with a Network, or its (or their) obligations under this
Agreement or Network Order; or (iv) negligent actions or negligent omissions damaging any part of
the Fiber System, including the Leased Fibers [***].

     10.5 Responsibility for Damage. Subject to the limitations set forth elsewhere in this
Section 10, each Party shall exercise due care to avoid damaging the other Party’s property and
shall be responsible for any damage caused by (a) the negligence or willful misconduct of such
Party or its Representatives, (b) a violation of law by such Party or its Representatives, or (c)
the breach of this Agreement or a Network Order by such Party or its Representatives.

11 Ownership of Confidential Information and Intellectual Property.

     11.1 General. As between the Parties, all “Confidential Information” (as defined below) and
Intellectual Property furnished by one Party to the other Party or any other third party related to
this Agreement or a Network Order or otherwise accessed in relation to this Agreement or a Network
Order belong to the furnishing Party and will remain the furnishing Party’s sole and exclusive
property. As between the Parties, each Party retains all right, title, and interest in and to its
respective Intellectual Property.

     11.2 Confidential Information. NextG and Operator shall keep the terms and conditions of this
Agreement and each Network Order strictly confidential. In addition, each Party may have access
(in such role, the “Receiving Party”) to certain confidential information of the other
Party (the “Disclosing Party”) concerning the Disclosing Party’s business, plans,
customers, technology, and Services, and other information held in confidence by the other Party
(“Confidential Information”). Confidential Information includes all information in
tangible or intangible form that is marked or designated as confidential or that, under the
circumstances of its disclosure, should be considered confidential. Confidential Information will
also include Intellectual Property and the rights embodied therein, non-public information relating
to the customers of either Party, and the terms, conditions, and existence of this Agreement and
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about any other Person (which information was provided to the Disclosing Party subject to an
applicable confidentiality, non-disclosure, non-use, or fiduciary obligation to such Person, but
only if the Disclosing Party notifies the Receiving Party in writing of the existence of such
obligation or if the Receiving Party otherwise had reason to know about such obligations) provided
by the Disclosing Party or the Disclosing Party’s Representatives to the Receiving Party or to the
Receiving Party’s Representatives, in each case whether such information is furnished on, before,
or after the Effective Date, regardless of the manner or medium in which such information is
furnished, including information about the Disclosing Party’s or such other Person’s current and
prospective properties, Representatives, finances, businesses, operations, research, service plans,
or other information regarding current or prospective services, markets for services, customer
lists, current and prospective customers, software, developments, inventions, processes, formulas,
technologies, designs, drawings, engineering specifications, engineering information, hardware
configuration information, marketing, business strategies, maps, pricing, dark fiber
specifications, lists of on-network locations, or other business
information. Claims for breach of
this confidentiality covenant shall be limited to damage claims only and shall not in and of
themselves be a basis for termination of this Agreement.

     11.3 Non-Disclosure and Non-Use of Confidential Information. Each Party shall not use in any
way, for its own account or the account of any third party, except as expressly permitted by, or
required to fulfill its obligations under, this Agreement or a Network Order, nor disclose to any
third party (except as required by law, or to that Party’s independent contractors, attorneys,
accountants, and other advisors as reasonably necessary), any of the other Party’s Confidential
Information and will take reasonable precautions to protect the confidentiality of such
information, which precautions, in any event, will be at least as stringent as it takes to protect
its own Confidential Information.

     11.4 Exceptions. Information will not be subject to the restrictions in Section 11.3 to the
extent such information: (a) is known to the Receiving Party prior to receipt from the Disclosing
Party directly or indirectly from a source other than the other Party or a source having an
obligation of confidentiality to the Disclosing Party; (b) becomes known (independently of
disclosure by the Disclosing Party) to the Receiving Party directly or indirectly from a source
other than one having an obligation of confidentiality to the disclosing Party; (c) becomes
publicly known or otherwise ceases to be secret or confidential, except through a breach of this
Agreement by the Receiving Party; or (d) is independently developed by the Receiving Party without
the use of Confidential Information. The Receiving Party may disclose Confidential Information
pursuant to the requirements of a governmental agency or by operation of law, provided that, unless
restricted by order of a governmental agency or otherwise restricted by law, the Receiving Party
provides reasonable notice to the Disclosing Party of the required disclosure so as to permit the
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12 Representations, Warranties, and Covenants.

     12.1 Mutual Representations and Warranties. Each Party represents and warrants to
the other Party on the Effective Date that: (a) such Party is duly organized, validly existing,
and in good standing under the laws of the state of such Party’s organization; (b) such Party is or
will be in good standing and duly qualified to do business in the state in which services are to be
provided under this Agreement; (c) such Party has, or prior to performance hereunder will have, all
requisite power and authority to enter into and perform such Party’s obligations under this
Agreement; (d) this Agreement when executed, is and will be such Party’s legal, valid, and binding
obligation; and (e) to such Party’s knowledge, as of the Effective Date, such Party’s performance
of such Party’s obligations under this Agreement do not infringe on any Person ‘s intellectual
property rights.

     12.2 NextG Covenants.

          12.2.1 Compliance with Laws. The Nodes, the Leased Fibers, the Networks, and NextG’s
performance of all Services and obligations will be in compliance with all applicable federal,
state or local laws, rules, and regulations that are imposed by any federal, state, or local
governmental agency or department of any such governmental agency, including the Federal
Communication Commission’s Rules and Regulations concerning the suppression of radio frequency and
electromagnetic radiation to specified levels. NextG will perform all obligations in a timely,
professional, and workmanlike manner.

          12.2.2 Ownership. This Agreement (collectively with all Network Orders) does not grant NextG
any ownership rights or ownership interest or license in any Operator Equipment, in any Operator
Intellectual Property, or in any Operator Confidential Information, and NextG will not assert any
such rights or licenses; provided that, in the case of Operator Equipment for which NextG paid on
Operator’s behalf, NextG will have a purchase money security interest in such Operator Equipment
until Operator pays NextG for such Operator Equipment as provided in this Agreement or in any
Network Order. Subject to the preceding sentence, NextG will not have any security interest
whatsoever in any Operator personal property, including Operator Equipment, and, to the extent that
any applicable statute, code, or law grants NextG such an interest, NextG does expressly and
irrevocably waive any such interests or rights.

          12.2.3 Labeling. Unless authorized in writing by Operator, NextG will not remove, overprint,
or deface any notice of copyright, trademark, logo, legend, or other ownership notice from any
Operator Equipment, any original copies of Operator’s Confidential Information, or any secondary
copies of Operator’s Confidential Information, or from any other Person‘s equipment, original
copies of Confidential Information, or secondary information that may be provided by Operator to
NextG.

          12.2.4 NextG Assessments. NextG is solely responsible for calculating and remitting any and
all NextG Assessments and any and all Operator Assessments that NextG is legally required to
collect from Operator. Operator is not directly or indirectly responsible in any way for NextG’s
payment or remittance of NextG Assessments. NextG will pay any and all NextG Assessments directly
to the appropriate Persons, unless otherwise required by law. Further, NextG shall pay to Operator
all NextG Assessments that are imposed by any Person on Operator. If NextG is exempt from paying
or is exempt from liability for any such NextG Assessments, then NextG will provide Operator with a
certificate evidencing NextG’s exemption from such payment or such liability. Operator shall remit
such NextG Assessments to the appropriate Persons as identified by NextG. NextG will fully
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Representatives harmless, and each of them from and against any damages, penalties, fines,
costs, or expenses paid by Operator or by Operator’s Representatives because of, relating to,
arising out of, or arising in connection with NextG’s failure to comply with the terms of this
Section 12.2.4.

     12.3 Operator Covenants.

          12.3.1 Compliance with Laws. All Operator Equipment installed, operated, maintained, and used
by Operator, and Operator’s performance of its obligations under this Agreement and each Network
Order, will comply with all applicable laws, statutes, ordinances, and regulations, including those
regulations promulgated by the Federal Communications Commission.

          12.3.2 Ownership. Except for Operator’s leasehold interest in the Leased Fiber, this
Agreement (collectively with all Network Orders) is not intended to, and shall not be interpreted
to, grant Operator any property rights, interests, or licenses in any NextG Network, in any Network
Vendor‘s network, or in any Intellectual Property or Confidential Information of NextG or of any
Network Vendor, and Operator will not assert any such rights, interest or licenses.

          12.3.3 Intellectual Property. Operator shall not reverse-engineer, decompile, or disassemble
any hardware, any software, or any other Intellectual Property provided or disclosed to Operator.
Operator shall not remove, overprint, or deface any notice of copyright, trademark, logo, legend,
or other ownership notice from any NextG Equipment, any original copies of NextG’s Confidential
Information, or any secondary copies of NextG’s Confidential Information, or from any other
Person‘s equipment, original copies of Confidential Information, or secondary information that may
be provided by NextG to Operator.

          12.3.4 Liens. Operator shall not permit any mechanic’s liens, materialman’s liens,
contractor’s liens, subcontractor’s liens, security interests, or other claims or demands arising
from work performed for or on behalf of Operator to attach to, or be enforced against, any part of
any NextG Network or any part of any Network Vendor‘s network. If Operator’s actions cause such
lien to be filed against any part of a NextG Network or any part of any Network Vendor’s network,
then Operator will have the next 30 days after receipt of written notice of such lien to contest
such lien and to have such lien released by payment, bond, court order, or otherwise. If any such
liens arising from work performed for or on behalf of Operator are not released within such 30-day
time period, then Operator will reimburse NextG for any costs, including attorneys fees and costs
of suit, reasonably incurred by NextG in connection therewith. At any time, NextG will have the
right to post and maintain upon any part of each NextG Network or any part of each Network Vendor’s
network any notices that may be necessary to protect NextG and/or the Network Vendor against
liability for all such liens, encumbrances, claims, or demands.

          12.3.5 Excessive Noise. During normal operations, the Operator Equipment will not generate
excessive or objectionable noise levels. Notwithstanding the foregoing, operation of Operator
Equipment in accordance with manufacturer’s performance specifications shall not under any
circumstances constitute a default under this Section 12.3.5.

          12.3.6 Operator Assessments. Operator is solely responsible for calculating and remitting any
and all Operator Assessments, for determining whether such Operator Assessments should be paid to
NextG or directly to the appropriate Persons, and for identifying the Persons to whom NextG must
remit any Operator Assessments to be collected by NextG. Operator shall pay to NextG all Operator
Assessments that are imposed by any Person on NextG. If Operator is exempt from paying or is
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will provide NextG with a certificate evidencing Operator’s exemption from such payment or
such liability. NextG shall remit such Operator Assessments to the appropriate Persons as
identified by Operator. Operator will fully indemnify NextG and NextG’s Representatives for any
damages, penalties, fines, costs, or expenses paid by NextG or by NextG’s Representatives because
of, relating to, arising out of, or arising in connection with Operator’s failure to comply with
the terms of this Section 12.3.6.

13 Notices.

     13.1 General. All notices and other communications required or permitted under this Agreement
and all Network Orders must be in writing and sent by facsimile; reliable overnight air courier;
registered or certified mail, postage prepaid, or otherwise delivered by hand or by messenger
addressed to 8144 Walnut Hill Lane, Suite 800, Dallas, TX 75231, Attn: General Counsel, fax number
[number omitted from external version] in the case of Operator, and 2216 O’Toole Avenue, San Jose,
CA 95131, Attn: General Counsel, fax number [number omitted from external version] in the case of
NextG, or to such other address as a Party shall have furnished to the other Party in accordance
with this Section 13.1.

     13.2 Effectiveness. For all purposes of this Agreement and each Network Order, each such
notice or other communication will be deemed received when delivered, if delivered personally with
a written receipt of notice, or, if sent by mail, then at the earlier of its receipt or 72 hours
after such communication has been deposited in a regularly maintained receptacle for the deposit of
the United States mail, postage prepaid, registered or certified mail, addressed and mailed as set
forth above or, if sent by reliable overnight air courier, on the next business day.

14 Network Access.

     14.1 Access Grant. Operator will provide NextG with continuous and full access to all Nodes,
Base Station Hotels, the Leased Fibers, and all Operator Equipment for all purposes related to
NextG’s rights or obligations under this Agreement and each Network Order. Operator will permit
NextG to inspect Operator’s use of the Services, the Leased Fibers, and the related Operator
Equipment upon not less than 48 hours prior written notice to Operator, except in the event of a
bona fide emergency. [***]. On or prior to the dates specified herein, Operator shall identify,
pay for, obtain and maintain all Operator Authorizations at Operator’s sole cost and expense.
Operator acknowledges that, without the Operator Authorizations and appropriate permissions from
Operator and the appropriate third-parties (including property managers, owners, and landlords),
NextG and its authorized personnel cannot access Operator Equipment, any Nodes or Base Station
Hotels, and other relevant equipment and facilities and consequently may be delayed in performance
of or unable to perform NextG’s obligations under this Agreement.

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     14.3 Operator Access.

          14.3.1 With respect to each Network, Operator may interconnect the Leased Fibers with
Operator’s network from the Base Station Hotel used for such Network to and among the Nodes
associated with that Network. While Operator shall be under no obligation to contract with NextG
to interconnect the Leased Fibers with the Operator’s Network, Operator may request that NextG do
so. NextG shall promptly evaluate Operator’s interconnection requests and provide Operator a quote
for performing the necessary work. NextG shall perform no such work until Operator has agreed to
the quoted terms. Once agreed, NextG will implement the interconnection as soon as reasonably
practicable. Notwithstanding anything to the contrary in this Section 14.3.1 or elsewhere in this
Agreement, but subject to Operator’s rights to use, access, maintain, and control the Leased Fiber
during the Lease Term in accordance with the terms of this Agreement, Operator expressly
acknowledges and agrees that only NextG and NextG’s authorized personnel may access, maintain, and
control each Fiber System (other than the Leased Fiber, as provided in this Agreement) and all
associated hardware and equipment connected to each Fiber System.

          14.3.2 [***]. If all or part of the Fiber System (including any Leased Fiber) requires
restoration, replacement, or repair because of the actions or omissions of Operator or Operator’s
employees, agents, or contractors, then NextG may perform such restoration, replacement, or repair,
at Operator’s sole costs and expense, in accordance with NextG’s then current time-and-materials
rates plus applicable taxes.

          14.3.3 In addition to any other available remedies, Operator shall indemnify, defend, and hold
harmless NextG from and against any Claims associated in any manner with Operator’s direct,
indirect, authorized, and/or unauthorized restoration, replacement, repair, or other work on the
Fiber System, including Leased Fibers, and Operator will fully and promptly reimburse NextG for any
and all damage to the Fiber System, including the Leased Fibers, resulting from, caused by, or
arising out of any such work.

     14.4 Planned Service Work Periods (PSWP). Scheduled maintenance which is reasonably expected
to produce any signal discontinuity or other interruption of the normal operation of Operator
Equipment shall be coordinated between the Parties in a manner which minimizes interruption to
services provided to the customers of Operator. Unless prior approval has been obtained from
Operator in writing, PSWP work will only be scheduled during Operator’s regularly scheduled
maintenance periods. Major system work, such as fiber rolls and hot cuts, will be scheduled and
subject to the approval of Operator for PSWP weekends, which approval shall not be unreasonably
withheld, delayed, or conditioned. A calendar showing approved PSWP will be agreed upon in writing
in the last quarter of every year for the year to come. The intent is to avoid jeopardy work on
the first and last weekends of the month and high-traffic holidays.

     14.5 Outages. NextG shall provide continuous remote monitoring of each Fiber System.
Operator may notify NextG of problems by telephone at [number omitted from external version] or by
such other means as the Parties may agree. Emergency restoration procedures are described in
Exhibit H. The escalation list to report and seek immediate redress of Network problems is
contained on Exhibit I. NextG will respond by notifying the Network Vendor (if applicable)
and taking actions as determined in NextG’s sole discretion. If an Outage or other problem is
caused by a failure in a Fiber System, then NextG will respond within four hours of becoming aware
of the Outage or other problem by making commercially reasonable efforts to correct the same and
diligently prosecuting such efforts to completion. Outage Credits, if any, shall be payable in
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15 Additional Network Services. NextG shall provide any additional network services that
may subsequently be agreed upon by Operator and NextG on the basis of such terms and conditions,
and for such additional consideration, as the Parties might hereafter mutually agree in writing.

16 Miscellaneous. The miscellaneous provisions that follow in this Section 16
shall apply generally to the Parties’ performance of their respective obligations under this
Agreement and each Network Order.

     16.1 Emergencies. If the NextG Equipment (in which case NextG is the “Responsible
Party”) or Operator Equipment (in which case Operator is the “Responsible Party”)
causes a bona fide emergency situation, then upon notice, the Responsible Party will act diligently
and expediently to remedy such bona fide emergency situation. If the Responsible Party does not
remedy the bona fide emergency situation as soon as practicable after receiving such notice, or if
the other Party reasonably determines that the Responsible Party’s practicable response time is
inadequate given the nature of the emergency and other reasonably relevant circumstances, then the
other Party may take any commercially reasonable action as necessary to avoid or minimize the
consequences of such bona fide emergency situation. In such a case, the Responsible Party will
have no recourse against the other Party for the other Party’s commercially reasonable actions
taken in response to such emergency situation. Notwithstanding the foregoing provisions of this
Section 16.1, if the Responsible Party is acting in good faith to address and correct the emergency
situation, then the other Party will restore whatever services it may previously have disrupted to
permit the Responsible Party to continue its efforts to remedy the emergency situation.

     16.2 Collateralization. Nothing in this Agreement shall preclude NextG from hypothecating,
allowing a security interest to attach to, or assigning as collateral each of the NextG Networks.
This section will not be construed to relieve NextG of any of its obligations with regard to NextG
Authorizations under this Agreement. Nothing in this Agreement shall preclude Operator from
hypothecating, allowing a security interest to attach to, or assigning as collateral the Operator
Equipment. This section will not be construed to relieve Operator of any of its obligations with
regard to Operator Authorizations under this Agreement.

     16.3 Publicity. Neither Party may issue any advertising, marketing, promotional, or other
publicity material using the other Party’s name or marks or describing in any way the existence or
terms of this Agreement or any Network Order without first receiving the other Party’s prior
written consent, which consent may be withheld by either party in its sole discretion.

     16.4 Governing Law; Time is of the Essence. This Agreement and each Network Order will be
governed and construed according to the laws of the State of California and the United States
without regard to conflicts-of-law principles. Time is of the essence under this Agreement, each
Network Order, and all of their respective provisions.

     16.5 No Third-Party Beneficiaries. The covenants, undertakings, and agreements set forth in
this Agreement and each Network Order are solely for the benefit of and enforceable by the Parties
or their respective successors or permitted assigns, and no such covenants, undertakings, or
agreements will confer any rights or remedies upon any Person other than the Parties and their
respective successors and permitted assigns.

     16.6 Independent Contractors. The Parties’ relationship under this Agreement and the Network
Orders is not that of partners or agents for one another, and nothing contained in this Agreement
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venture, or agency agreement between the Parties, except to the extent an agency relationship
is expressly created in any specific provision of this Agreement or the Network Order. This
Section 16.6 is not intended to restrict the Parties’ rights to perform particular obligations on
behalf of each other as expressly set forth in this Agreement or any Network Order.

     16.7 Exclusivity. Except as otherwise expressly limited in this Agreement or any Network
Order, the rights and remedies set forth in this Agreement and each Network Order are in addition
to, and cumulative of, all other rights and remedies at law or in equity.

     16.8 Severability. If any provision of this Agreement or any Network Order becomes or is
declared by a court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, then all
remaining provisions of this Agreement or the Network Order, as the case may be, will continue in
full force and effect without such provision and without affecting the remaining provisions of this
Agreement or the applicable Network Order; and, in such a case, the Parties agree to negotiate in
good faith a valid, legal, and enforceable substitute provision which as nearly as possible effects
the Parties’ intent in entering into this Agreement and the applicable Network Order.

     16.9 Amendment. Except as expressly provided in this Agreement, neither this Agreement nor
any Network Order, nor any term of this Agreement or any Network Order, may be amended, waived,
discharged, or terminated other than by a written instrument referencing this Agreement or the
applicable Network Order, as the case may be, and signed by NextG and Operator.

     16.10 Waivers. Except as expressly provided in this Agreement, no delay or omission to
exercise any right, power, or remedy accruing to any Party upon any breach or default of the other
Party under this Agreement or any Network Order will impair any such right, power, or remedy of
such non-defaulting Party, nor will it be construed to be a waiver of any such breach or default or
an acquiescence therein, or of or in any similar breach or default thereafter occurring, nor will
any waiver of any single right, breach or default be deemed a waiver of any other right, breach or
default occurring before or after such waiver. Any waiver, permit, consent, or approval of any
kind or character on the part of any Party of any breach or default under this Agreement or any
Network Order, or any waiver on the part of any Party of any provisions or conditions of this
Agreement or any Network Order must be in writing and will be effective only to the extent
specifically set forth in such writing.

     16.11 Counterparts. This Agreement and any Network Order may be executed in multiple
counterparts, all of which taken together constitute one and the same instrument and each of which
will be enforceable against the Party that executed such counterpart.

     16.12 Conflicts. If any irreconcilable conflict exists between any terms of this Agreement
and any Network Order or other documents subsequently signed by the Parties, the conflicting terms
will control such irreconcilable conflict in the following order, from most controlling to least
controlling: (a) any document which, by its terms, clearly amends a Specific Network Order or any
exhibits or any attachments attached to a Specific Network Order; (b) the Specific Network Order;
(c) any document which, by its terms, clearly amends a Master Network Order or any exhibits or
attachments attached to a Master Network Order; (d) the Master Network Order; (e) any document
which, by its terms, clearly amends this Agreement or any exhibits attached to this Agreement;
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     16.13 Survival. All provisions of this Agreement or any Network Order that by their terms
should logically survive the expiration or termination of this Agreement shall survive the
expiration or termination of this Agreement.

     16.14 Assignment and Subleasing.

          16.14.1 NextG may not assign or otherwise transfer all or any part of this Agreement and each
Network Order without the prior written consent of Operator, which consent shall not be
unreasonably withheld, conditioned, or delayed, except to an Affiliate of NextG or to a Person that
succeeds to all or substantially all of NextG’s business, equity, or assets, whether by sale,
merger, operation of law, or otherwise for which no consent is required. Operator may not assign or
otherwise transfer all or any part of this Agreement or any Network Order without the prior written
consent of NextG, which consent shall not be unreasonably withheld, conditioned, or delayed, except
to an Affiliate or to a Person that succeeds to all or substantially all of the Operator‘s
business, equity, or assets, whether by sale, merger, operation of law, or otherwise for which no
consent is required. Any other attempt to transfer or assign shall be void without the prior
written consent of the other Party. Subject to the foregoing, the provisions of this Agreement and
each Network Order will inure to the benefit of, and be binding upon, the Parties’ permitted
successors, assigns, heirs, executors, and administrators. Any assignment or other transfer
permitted pursuant to this Section 16.14 shall not relieve the assignor/transferor of liability for
the performance of its obligations under this Agreement or any Network Order.

          16.14.2 [***].

     16.15 Subcontracting. NextG may subcontract or delegate any of its obligations under this
Agreement and any Network Order with Operator’s consent, which consent shall not be unreasonably
withheld, conditioned or delayed. No delegation or subcontracting shall relieve NextG of its
liability for the performance of its obligations under this Agreement. NextG shall give Operator a
list of proposed subcontractors and Operator shall have five days to approve or disapprove. If
Operator fails to respond within the five-day window, Operator shall be deemed to have approved of
the proposed subcontractors.

     16.16 Further Assurances. Each Party agrees to execute and deliver, by the proper exercise of
its corporate, limited liability company, partnership, or other powers, all such other and
additional instruments and documents and do all such other acts and things as may be commercially
reasonable and necessary to more fully effectuate this Agreement or any Network Order, provided
that such documentation shall not enlarge the potential scope of liability or cost, or materially
reduce the rights afforded either Party under this Agreement or the Network Order.

     16.17 Execution and Delivery. A facsimile, an electronically-mailed PDF reproduction, or
other written or electronic reproduction of this Agreement or any Network Order may be executed by
one or both Parties, and an executed copy of this Agreement or any Network Order may be delivered
by one or both Parties by facsimile, electronic mail, or other electronic transmission device
pursuant to which the signature of or on behalf of such Party can be seen. Such execution and
delivery will be considered valid, binding, and effective for all purposes. At either Party’s
request, the other Party agrees to execute an original of this Agreement or any Network Order to
replace the facsimile, electronically-mailed PDF reproduction, or other written or electronic
reproduction of this Agreement or the Network Order, as the case may be.

     16.18 Contract Construction. The Parties have participated jointly in negotiating and
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interpretation question arises with respect to this Agreement or any Network Order, then this
Agreement or that Network Order will be construed as if drafted jointly by the Parties, and no
presumption or burden of proof will arise favoring or disfavoring any Party by virtue of the
authorship of any of the provisions of this Agreement or of any other Transaction Agreement. As
used in this Agreement and in each Network Order, the word “including” and its variations are used
illustratively and not in limitation, unless the context specifically requires otherwise. All
references in this Agreement to sections, paragraphs, exhibits, attachments and schedules will,
unless otherwise specifically provided, refer to sections and paragraphs of this Agreement and
exhibits, attachments, and schedules attached to this Agreement. The exhibits, attachments, and
schedules identified in this Agreement are incorporated into this Agreement by reference and are
made a part of this Agreement. All references in each Network Order to sections, paragraphs,
exhibits, attachments and schedules will, unless otherwise specifically provided, refer to sections
and paragraphs of that Network Order and exhibits, attachments, and schedules attached to that
Network Order. The exhibits, attachments, and schedules identified in each Network Order are
incorporated into that Network Order by reference and are made a part of that Network Order.

     16.19 Disputes. The Parties recognize that disputes as to certain matters may from time to
time arise in relation to this Agreement and the Network Orders. It is the objective of the
Parties to establish procedures to facilitate dispute resolution hereunder expediently,
cooperatively, and non-litigiously. Nothing in this Agreement or any Network Order, however, is
intended to prevent a Party from seeking injunctive relief if that Party believes that compliance
with this section would cause it irreparable harm. Any other disputes shall be first referred to
each Party’s applicable Liaison (as defined below). If the Liaisons cannot resolve such dispute
after efforts in good faith, each Party shall refer the dispute to a senior officer (no less than
vice-president level) designated as responsible for resolving disputes. If the senior officers are
unable to resolve the dispute after efforts in good faith within 30 days of referral of the
dispute, either Party may, by written notice to the other, resort to arbitration as set forth in
Section 16.20. Each Party shall appoint a representative in charge of acting as liaison to the
other Party with regard to this Agreement (the “Liaison”). The Liaisons shall be
responsible for initial points of communication with respect to any issues that may arise. The
Parties shall notify each other in writing of changes of the Liaison.

     16.20 Arbitration. Any dispute or claim arising out of this Agreement or any Network Order
will be settled by final and binding arbitration in accordance with the then-current arbitration
rules of the American Arbitration Association (the “Rules”), by three arbitrators, one
selected by each Party and the third appointed in accordance with the Rules. Each arbitrator must
be selected in accordance with the Rules and an attorney with not less than 10 years of commercial
legal experience in the areas of telecommunications law and other areas of the law applicable to
the dispute in question. Judgment on the award rendered by the arbitrators may be entered in any
court having jurisdiction thereof. The arbitrators shall apply California law to the merits of any
dispute or claim, without reference to conflicts of law principles. Notwithstanding the foregoing,
the Parties may apply to any court of competent jurisdiction for a temporary restraining order,
preliminary injunction, or other injunctive, interim or conservatory relief, as necessary, without
breach of this Section 16.20 and without any abridgment of the powers of the arbitrators. The
costs of the arbitration or any legal action between the Parties (including a motion to compel
arbitration), including administrative, arbitrator, attorney, and expert witness fees shall be paid
by the losing Party. The judgment of the arbitrators may be appealed by either Party to the extent
permitted by applicable law. In the case of any such appeal, the losing Party shall bear all
reasonable costs and attorneys’ fees of both Parties. In the event either Party notifies the other
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Network Order, upon providing such notice, Operator agrees to place all disputed and withheld
amounts, if any, on an on-going basis, with a mutually agreeable escrow agent. The escrow agent
shall be entitled to release such funds as directed by the arbitrator in the award, unless the
Parties agree otherwise in writing.

     16.21 [***].

     16.22 Change Orders. The Parties may request modifications to the underlying Network design
(a) as reasonably necessary to ensure adequate performance of the Network, or (b) based on changes
in Base Station Hotel or Node locations requested by Operator. Any such requests for modification
shall be submitted to the other Party in writing. NextG will submit to Operator a modified design,
any expected delays in delivery dates, and a summary of any additional fees, costs, charges and
expenses for which Operator would be responsible due to the modification. The Parties shall
approve in writing the modifications before NextG implements any changes. NextG may make minor
modifications to the designs without the prior written agreement of Operator provided the same
causes no additional expense to Operator nor material change in network functionality.

     16.23 Liens. NextG shall not permit any mechanic’s liens, materialman’s liens, contractor’s
liens, subcontractor’s liens, security interests, or other claims or demands arising from work
performed for or on behalf of NextG to attach to, or be enforced against Operator Equipment. If
NextG’s actions cause such lien to be filed against Operator Equipment, then NextG will have the
next 30 days after receipt of written notice of such lien to contest such lien and to have such
lien released by payment, bond, court order, or otherwise. If any such liens arising from work
performed for or on behalf of NextG are not released within such 30-day time period, then NextG
will reimburse Operator for any costs, including attorneys fees and costs of suit, reasonably
incurred by Operator in connection therewith.

     16.24 Maintain Site Cleanliness. During the course of the work, NextG shall keep each work
site “broom clean”, as that term is commonly used, and free from accumulation of any waste
material, dust and rubbish attributable to NextG, and at the completion of the work, shall remove
from the site all of NextG’s rubbish, implements and surplus materials.

     16.25 Access to Work Site. NextG shall provide Operator and its authorized representative(s)
with open access to the work in preparation and progress wherever located, subject to applicable
work site rules and safety considerations.

     16.26 Lien Waivers. NextG’s final invoice shall be accompanied by complete and legally
sufficient waivers, conditional upon final payment by Operator, for release of all liens, which
lien waivers shall be properly executed by NextG and any subcontractors. Upon Operator’s request,
NextG shall also submit its affidavit that all persons who have furnished labor, materials,
equipment and services for which a lien could be filed or for which Operator or its property might
in any way be responsible have been paid or otherwise satisfied. If any lien is either imposed or
remains unsatisfied after all payments are made, NextG shall, by bonding or otherwise, secure the
prompt discharge of such lien or shall refund to Operator any expense which Operator may be
compelled to incur in discharging such liens, including all reasonable attorneys’ fees and costs.

     16.27 Operator Property. Title to all property owned by Operator and furnished to NextG shall
remain in Operator. Any property owned by Operator and in NextG’s possession or control shall be
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Operator. NextG shall adequately protect such property, and shall deliver or return to
Operator or otherwise dispose of it as directed by Operator.

     16.28 [***].

     16.29 California Public Utility Commission Statement – Applicable to California Networks Only.
The following statements are required by the rules and regulations of the California Public
Utility Commission (the “Commission”): “This contract shall not become effective until
authorization of the Public Utilities Commission of the State of California is first obtained.”
“This contract shall at all times be subject to such changes or modifications by the Public
Utilities Commission of the State of California as said Commission may, from time to time, direct
in the exercise of its jurisdiction.”

NextG will file a copy of this Agreement and the applicable Network Order with the Commission. Per
applicable Commission rules and procedures, the Network Order will be deemed approved by the
Commission and become automatically effective 14 days following filing with the Commission unless
the Commission objects during such 14-day comment period.

17. Whole Agreement. This Agreement, together with any exhibits to this Agreement and
with each Network Order, constitutes the full and entire understanding and agreement between the
Parties with regard to the subjects hereof or thereof and supersedes any and all prior or
contemporaneous oral or written negotiations, understandings, and agreements. No Party will be
liable or bound to the other Party in any manner with regard to the subjects hereof by any
warranties, representations, or covenants except as specifically set forth herein. The mutual
obligations of the Parties as provided herein are the sole consideration for this Agreement, and no
representations, promises, or inducements have been made by the Parties other than as appear in
this Agreement, which supersedes any previous negotiations. Notwithstanding anything to the
contrary in this Section 17 or elsewhere in this Agreement, this Agreement does not apply to,
supersede, modify, or otherwise affect any transactions entered into between the Parties before the
Effective Date.

Authorized Signatures

Intending to be legally bound, authorized representatives of the parties have executed this Master
RF Transport and Lease Agreement effective as of the Effective Date.

	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 
	NEXTG NETWORKS, INC.	 	 	 	METROPCS WIRELESS, INC.	 	 
	 
	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 
	By:

	 	/s/ John B. Georges
	 	 	 	By:
	 	/s/ Roger Linquist	 	 
	 

	 	 

John B. Georges
	 	 	 	 	 	 

Signature
	 	 
	 

	 	Chief Executive Officer	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 
	 

	 	 	 	 	 	Its:
	 	President, CEO	 	 
	 

	 	 	 	 	 	Print
	 	 

Title
	 	 
	 
	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 
	Date:

	 	May 3, 2007
	 	 	 	Date:
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Schedule of Exhibits:

	 	 	 	 	 	 	 
	Exhibit Reference	 	Exhibit Description	 	Where Described in the Agreement
	Exhibit A	 	Service Level Agreement
	 	 	§1.17	 
	Exhibit B	 	Sample Specific Network Order
	 	 	§3.1	 
	Exhibit C	 	Sample Master Network Order
	 	 	§3.1	 
	Exhibit D	 	Node Acceptance Test Results Form
	 	 	§5.2.4	 
	Exhibit E	 	Close-Out Binder Index
	 	 	§5.3	 
	Exhibit F	 	Fiber Maintenance Requirements and Procedures
	 	 	§5.3.2	 
	Exhibit G	 	Equipment Maintenance Services
	 	 	§5.5	 
	Exhibit H	 	Emergency Restoration Procedures
	 	 	§14.5	 
	Exhibit I	 	Contact Escalation List
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Exhibit A

NextG Networks

Fiber Service Level Agreement

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Exhibit B  —  Sample Specific Network Order

I. Preamble. This Specific Network Order (this “Order”), dated effective as of
                    , 2007 (the “Order Effective Date”), is an agreement entered into by and between
NextG Networks of                     , Inc. [insert name of NextG regional affiliate] a                      corporation
(“NextG”), and                      (“Operator”), for the construction of certain
telecommunications network infrastructure, the lease of certain fibers, and the purchase of certain
network equipment and services pursuant to the Master RF Transport and Lease Agreement by and
between the Parties or their Affiliates, dated May 3, 2007 (the “Agreement”) and, if this
Order is governed by a Master Network Order, then also pursuant to the Master Network Order by and
between the Parties or their Affiliates, dated May 3, 2007 (the “Master Order”)].

II. General Framework. All of the terms and conditions of the Agreement and the Master
Order (if applicable), including any exhibits, in each case as amended before the Order Effective
Date (if applicable), are hereby incorporated by reference into this Order. Capitalized terms used
but not defined herein shall have the meanings designated in the Agreement or in the Master Order
(if applicable); capitalized terms used and defined herein shall have the meanings designated
herein. To the extent that there is a conflict between the terms and conditions of the Agreement,
the Master Order, and/or this Order, or this Order contains terms and conditions not contained in
the Agreement or the Master Order, then this Order shall control over the Master Order and the
Agreement, and the Master Order shall control over the Agreement, but, in each case, only to the
extent of the actual conflict or supplemental terms.

III. Services Order. For good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of
which is hereby acknowledged, Operator hereby orders and NextG hereby agrees to provide, in
accordance with the terms and conditions of the Agreement and the Master Order (if applicable), the
Services and Leased Fibers enumerated in Attachment 1, for the prices set forth in
Attachment 1. The location of the Nodes and the Leased Fibers are described on
Attachment 2. The equipment being purchased by Operator (the “Equipment”) and
purchase price for the Equipment is described in Attachment 3. The Parties’ respective
performance obligations are set forth in the Responsibilities Matrix attached as Attachment
4. Any supplemental terms applicable to this Order are set forth in Attachment 5. If
ordered by the Operator, NextG shall maintain the Equipment in accordance with Exhibit G to
the Agreement.

IV. Billing Information.

	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 
	Payment Address:

	 	NextG Networks, Inc.
	 	 	 	Invoice Address:
	 	MetroPCS Wireless, Inc.
	 

	 	2216 O’Toole Avenue
	 	 	 	 	 	8144 Walnut Hill Lane, Suite 800
	 

	 	San Jose, CA 95131	 	 	 	 	 	 
	 

	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	Dallas, TX 75231
	Contact:

	 	Accounts Receivable
	 	 	 	Contact:
	 	Accounts Payable
	Phone:

	 	[number omitted from external version]
	 	 	 	Phone:	 
	Fax:

	 	[number omitted from external version]
	 	 	 	Fax:	 

V. Applicable Exhibits. The following exhibits are an integral part of this Order and are
hereby incorporated by this reference:

	 	 	 
	þ Attachment 1 – Network Service Quotation

	 	þ Attachment 5 – Supplemental Terms (if any)
	þ Attachment 2 – Preliminary Node Design
	 	 
	þ Attachment 3 – Equipment List
	 	 
	þ Attachment 4 – Responsibilities Matrix
	 	 
	 
	 	 

	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 
	NextG Networks, Inc.	 	 	 	MetroPCS Wireless, Inc.	 	 
	 
	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 
	 	 	 	 	 	 	 
	 
	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 
	Name:

	 	 	 	 	 	Name:	 	 	 	 
	 

	 	 

	 	 	 	 	 	 

	 	 
	Title:

	 	 	 	 	 	Title:	 	 	 	 
	 

	 	 

	 	 	 	 	 	 

	 	 

 

			
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Exhibit C  —  Sample Master Network Order

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NextG Networks/MetroPCS

MASTER NETWORK ORDER AGREEMENT

I. Preamble. NextG Networks, Inc., a Delaware corporation (collectively with its
Affiliates, “NextG”), and MetroPCS Wireless, Inc., a Delaware corporation (collectively
with Royal Street Communications, LLC and its other Affiliates, the “Operator”), are
entering into this Master Network Order Agreement (this “Master Network Order”) as of May
3, 2007 (the “Order Effective Date”). Under this Master Network Order and the Parties’ May
3, 2007 Master RF Transport and Lease Agreement (the “Master Transport Agreement”), the
Operator will order from NextG, and NextG will provide to the Operator, certain telecommunications
network infrastructure construction services, network planning and permitting, network equipment,
network transport services, network monitoring services, and certain other goods and services.
This Master Network Order will cover all Nodes that the Operator actually orders between the Order
Effective Date and May 1, 2008 (all such Nodes actually ordered during such time, the “[***]
Nodes”). Under this Master Network Order, the Parties anticipate that the Operator will order
at least [***] Nodes.

II. [***].

III. Order Process [***].

     A. Ordered Nodes. From time to time between the Order Effective Date and May 1, 2008,
and pursuant to one or more Specific Network Orders, the Operator will order specific [***] Nodes
and corresponding Leased Fiber, Network and Node construction services, RF Transport Services, and
Monitoring Services in one or more United States geographic areas, which may include [***]. The
specific locations for all [***] Nodes will be specified in one or more future Specific Network
Orders that would be accepted by the Operator between the Order Effective Date and May 1, 2008.

     B. [***].

     C. [***].

     D. [***].

     E. Standard Node Installation Only. All prices assume [***] of Leased Fiber per [***]
Node. All charges for Non-Standard Installation Items (the “Additional Charges”) are due
and payable [***] after incurred and invoiced by NextG.

     F. Payment
Terms. For each [***] Node, (1) Construction Fee charges will become
due and payable [***]; (2) the first recurring monthly Service Fee payment will become due and
payable on [***] and all subsequent recurring monthly Service Fee payments will be due and payable
[***] (unless otherwise agreed in the applicable Specific Network Order); (3) the first recurring
monthly Leased Fiber Fee payment will become due and payable on [***] and all subsequent recurring
monthly Leased Fiber Fee payments will be due and payable [***]; (4) the recurring monthly Service
Fee and the recurring monthly Leased Fiber Fee will be subject to [***] increases measured as of
[***]; (5) the recurring monthly Leased Fiber Fee will increase with respect to each [***] Node
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[***]
(7)
Additional Charges are due and payable [***]; and (8) Network Orders are subject to all of the
terms and conditions of the Master Transport Agreement (as specifically modified by this Master
Network Order). Any amounts that are paid for a partial calendar month will be prorated based on
an assumed 30-day calendar month.

     G. Construction Completion [***]. Subject to other schedules approved by any
particular market (as reflected in the applicable Specific Network Order), NextG anticipates that,
for each Network Order, the corresponding Network construction schedule and the professional and
construction services with respect to [***] will be completed [***]; provided that for any calendar
quarter in which [***], NextG anticipates that the corresponding Network construction schedule and
the professional and construction services with respect to [***] will be completed within [***].

IV. Specific Network Order Process. To order particular [***] Nodes under this Master
Network Order, the Operator will communicate with NextG (by telephone, mail, overnight mail,
electronic mail, facsimile, or other electronic communication system) identifying the Networks
where the Operator proposes to purchase services. In response to that communication, NextG will
promptly submit to the Operator an electronically-mailed Network Order, including the following
attachments for the ordered Networks: an Attachment 1 summarizing the Construction Fee,
the recurring monthly Service Fee, and the recurring monthly Leased Fiber Fee pricing for such
[***] Nodes and such Network; an Attachment 2 describing the preliminary location of the
[***] Nodes; an Attachment 3 describing the necessary equipment and the purchase price for
such equipment; an Attachment 4 containing a functional responsibilities matrix describing
the Parties respective performance obligations; and an Attachment 5 containing any
applicable supplemental terms. The Operator will accept the Network Order by providing NextG with
any written communication (including electronically-mailed communications) approving the Network
Order. Subject to Section III.F, upon receiving such written Network Order approval, NextG will
begin performing services and will charge the applicable Construction Fees, the recurring monthly
Service Fees, and the recurring monthly Leased Fiber Fees. All otherwise undefined but capitalized
terms will have the meanings specified for such terms in the Master Transport Agreement.

V. Billing Information.

	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 
	Payment Address:

	 	NextG Networks, Inc.
	 	 	 	Invoice Address:
	 	MetroPCS Wireless, Inc.
	 

	 	2216 O’Toole Avenue
	 	 	 	 	 	8144 Walnut Hill Lane
	 

	 	San Jose, CA 95131
	 	 	 	 	 	Dallas, TX 75231
	Contact:

	 	Accounts Receivable
	 	 	 	Contact:
	 	J. Braxton Carter
	Phone:

	 	[omitted from external version]
	 	 	 	Phone:
	 	[omitted from external version]
	Fax:

	 	[omitted from external version]
	 	 	 	Fax:
	 	[omitted from external version]

VI. Authorized Signatures. Intending to be legally bound, the Parties’ authorized
representatives have executed this Master Network Order effective as of the Order Effective Date.

	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 
	NEXTG NETWORKS, INC.	 	 	 	METROPCS WIRELESS, INC.	 	 
	 
	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 
	By:

	 	/s/ John Georges
	 	 	 	By:
	 	/s/ Roger Linquist	 	 
	Name:

	 	 

John Georges
	 	 	 	Name:
	 	 

Roger Linquist
	 	 
	Title:

	 	President & Chief Executive Officer
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Exhibit D

Node Acceptance Test Results Form

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Node Completion Notice

[***]

[Date]

[Operator Contact Person]

[Operator Name]

[Operator Street Address]

[Operator City, Street, and Zip Code]

Dear [Operator Contact Person]:

This Node Completion Notice is issued pursuant to Section 5.2 of the Master RF Transport and Lease
Agreement by and between [Operator Name] and NextG Networks, Inc., dated [date], (the
“Agreement”), and pertains to the Network Order dated [date] for [Network Order location or
project]. Capitalized terms used but not defined in this Notice have the meanings designated for
those in the Agreement.

[***]

Please contact me at [number omitted from external version] if you have any questions or if I can
be of any further service.

Best regards,

cc. NextG Networks

Raymond K. Ostby

CFO

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Exhibit E

Close-Out Binder Index

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Close-Out Binder

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Fiber Maintenance Requirements and Procedures

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Fiber Maintenance Procedures

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Equipment Maintenance Services

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[***]

     8. Contact Information

The following contact information is in sequential order of escalation.

NEXTG SINGLE POINT OF CONTACT

Call Center (24 Hour)

Telephone: [number omitted from external version]

OPERATOR SINGLE POINT OF CONTACT

Call Center (24 HOUR)

General Line: +1-XXX-XXX-XXXX

Disaster Recovery : +1-XXX-XXX-XXXX

ESCALATION PATH

	 	 	 
	NEXTG NETWORKS	 	OPERATOR
	First Level

	 	First Level
	 
	 	 
	NOC Technician
	 	 
	 
	 	 
	[number omitted from external version]
	 	 
	 
	 	 
	Second Level

	 	Second Level
	 
	 	 
	[name omitted from external version]
	 	 
	 
	 	 
	NOC Supervisor
	 	 
	 
	 	 
	Office: [number omitted from external version]
	 	 
	 
	 	 
	Mobile: [number omitted from external version]
	 	 
	 
	 	 
	Fax: [number omitted from external version]
	 	 
	 
	 	 
	Third Level

	 	Third Level
	 
	 	 
	[name omitted from external version]
	 	 
	 
	 	 
	Director, Network Operations
	 	 
	 
	 	 
	Office: [number omitted from external version]
	 	 
	 
	 	 
	Mobile: [number omitted from external version]
	 	 
	 
	 	 
	Fax: [number omitted from external version]
	 	 

     9. Time
and Materials Changes

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Emergency Restoration Procedures

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Exhibit H

Emergency Restoration Procedures*

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For each customer, NextG maintains a point of contact escalation chart like the following:

NEXTG NETWORKS SINGLE POINT OF CONTACT

Call Center (24 Hour)

Telephone: [number omitted from external version]

Fax: [number omitted from external version]

CUSTOMER SINGLE POINT OF CONTACT

Call Center (24 HOUR )

General Line: +1-XXX-XXX-XXXX

Disaster Recovery : +1-XXX-XXX-XXXX

ESCALATION PATH

	 	 	 
	NEXTG NETWORKS	 	CUSTOMER
	First Level

	 	First Level
	NOC Technician
	 	 
	[number omitted from external version]
	 	 
	Second Level

	 	Second Level
	[name omitted from external version]
	 	 
	NOC Supervisor
	 	 
	Office: [number omitted from external version]
	 	 
	Mobile: [number omitted from external version]
	 	 
	Fax: [number omitted from external version]
	 	 
	Third Level

	 	Third Level
	[name omitted from external version]
	 	 
	Director, Network Operations
	 	 
	Office: [number omitted from external version]
	 	 
	Mobile: [number omitted from external version]
	 	 
	Fax: [number omitted from external version]
	 	 

 

			
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Exhibit I

Contact/Escalation List

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Exhibit I

CONTACT AND ESCALATION LIST

[***]

NEXTG NETWORKS SINGLE POINT OF CONTACT

Call Center (24 Hour)

Telephone: [number omitted from external version]

Fax: [number omitted from external version]

CUSTOMER SINGLE POINT OF CONTACT

Call Center (24 HOUR )

General Line: +1-XXX-XXX-XXXX

Disaster Recovery : +1-XXX-XXX-XXXX

ESCALATION PATH

	 	 	 
	NEXTG NETWORKS	 	CUSTOMER
	First Level

	 	First Level
	NOC Technician
	 	 
	[number omitted from external version]
	 	 
	Second Level

	 	Second Level
	[name omitted from external version]
	 	 
	NOC Supervisor
	 	 
	Office: [number omitted from external version]
	 	 
	Mobile: [number omitted from external version]
	 	 
	Fax: [number omitted from external version]
	 	 
	Third Level

	 	Third Level
	[name omitted from external version]
	 	 
	Director, Network Operations
	 	 
	Office: [number omitted from external version]
	 	 
	Mobile: [number omitted from external version]
	 	 
	Fax: [number omitted from external version]
	 	 

 

			
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FORNet Master Services Agreement

Between

NEXTEL OPERATIONS, INC.

And

NEXTG NETWORKS, INC.

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Table of Contents

	 	 	 	 	 
	RECITALS:
	 	 	4	 
	 
	ARTICLE I: DEFINITIONS
	 	 	4	 
	 
	ARTICLE II: GENERAL
	 	 	7	 
	 
	ARTICLE III: FEES
	 	 	8	 
	 
	ARTICLE IV: PAYMENT
	 	 	9	 
	 
	ARTICLE V: TERM
	 	 	9	 
	 
	ARTICLE VI: [***]
	 	 	10	 
	 
	ARTICLE VII: FORNET SYSTEM CONNECTION
	 	 	11	 
	 
	ARTICLE VIII: TESTING AND ACCEPTANCE OF FORNET SYSTEMS
	 	 	12	 
	 
	ARTICLE IX: MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR
	 	 	13	 
	 
	ARTICLE XI: ACCESS TO THE HUBS
	 	 	16	 
	 
	ARTICLE XII: INTERFERENCE
	 	 	16	 
	 
	ARTICLE XIII: INDEMNIFICATION
	 	 	17	 
	 
	ARTICLE XIV: LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
	 	 	18	 
	 
	ARTICLE XV: SERVICE INTERRUPTION
	 	 	19	 
	 
	ARTICLE XVI: SUBLICENSING
	 	 	19	 
	 
	ARTICLE XVII: WAIVER OF OPERATOR’S LIEN
	 	 	19	 
	 
	ARTICLE XVIII: INSURANCE
	 	 	20	 
	 
	ARTICLE XX: DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES
	 	 	23	 
	 
	ARTICLE XXI: NOTICE
	 	 	24	 
	 
	ARTICLE XXII: CONFIDENTIALITY
	 	 	24	 

	 	 	 
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	ARTICLE XXIII: DEFAULT
	 	 	25	 
	 
	ARTICLE XXIV: FORCE MAJEURE
	 	 	26	 
	 
	ARTICLE XXV: DISPUTE RESOLUTION
	 	 	27	 
	 
	ARTICLE XXVI: RULES OF CONSTRUCTION
	 	 	28	 
	 
	ARTICLE XXVII: ASSIGNMENT
	 	 	30	 
	 
	ARTICLE XXVIII: ENVIRONMENTAL LAWS
	 	 	31	 
	 
	ARTICLE XXIX: CASUALTY OR CONDEMNATION
	 	 	32	 
	 
	ARTICLE XXX: ENTIRE AGREEMENT; AMENDMENT; EXECUTION
	 	 	33	 
	 
	EXHIBIT A: FORNET LICENSE AGREEMENT
	 	 	37	 
	 
	[SPECIFIC TO EACH FORNET LICENSE]EXHIBIT B: FORNET
SYSTEM ACCEPTANCE CRITERIA AND TESTING
PROCEDURES
	 	 	43	 
	 
	EXHIBIT B: FORNET SYSTEM ACCEPTANCE CRITERIA AND
TESTING PROCEDURES
	 	 	44	 
	 
	[SPECIFIC TO EACH FORNET LICENSE]
	 	 	45	 
	 
	EXHIBIT C: NETWORK POLICIES AND PROCEDURES
	 	 	46	 
	 
	EXHIBIT D: [***]
	 	 	47	 
	 
	EXHIBIT E: INVOICING PROCEDURES
	 	 	48	 

	 	 	 
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THIS FORNet MASTER SERVICES AGREEMENT (this “Agreement”) is made, as of the Effective Date
(hereafter defined) by and between NEXTEL OPERATIONS, INC., a Delaware corporation, for its own
benefit and for the benefit of the Affiliates that participate in this Agreement by the execution
of FORNet Licenses (each individually hereinafter referred to as “SPRINT”) and NEXTG NETWORKS, INC.
a Delaware corporation, for its own benefit and for the benefit of its wholly owned subsidiaries
that participate in this Agreement by the execution of FORNet Licenses (“OPERATOR”).

RECITALS:

	A.	 	SPRINT has retained OPERATOR, on a non-exclusive basis, for the purpose of integrating
SPRINT’s FORNet Systems (as defined in Article I below) into OPERATOR’s fiber optic
communications networks used for FORNet Systems; and
	 
	B.	 	SPRINT desires to receive from OPERATOR, and OPERATOR desires to grant to SPRINT, [***] in
each of OPERATOR’s networks supporting FORNet Systems to facilitate the installation and
operation of SPRINT’s FORNet Systems, upon and subject to the terms and conditions contained
in this Agreement.

In consideration of the mutual promises contained in this Agreement and for other good and valuable
consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which are hereby acknowledged, OPERATOR and SPRINT
agree as follows:

Article I: DEFINITIONS 

	1.1.	 	Terminology. Unless otherwise defined, the terms and phrases in the body of this
Agreement shall have the following meanings:
	 
	a.	 	“Acceptance Date” shall have the meaning ascribed to it in Article VIII, Section 8.2
herein.
	 
	b.	 	“Affiliate” means any entity directly or indirectly controlled by, controlling or under
common control with SPRINT or OPERATOR or any party which aquires all or substantially all
of the assets of SPRINT or OPERATOR. The term Affiliate specifically includes, but is not
limited to, NEXTEL SOUTH CORP., a Georgia corporation, NEXTEL WEST CORP., a Delaware
corporation, NEXTEL OF CALIFORNIA, INC., a Delaware corporation, NEXTEL COMMUNICATIONS OF
THE MID-ATLANTIC, INC., a Delaware corporation, NEXTEL OF NEW YORK, INC., a Delaware
corporation, and NEXTEL OF TEXAS, INC., a Delaware corporation, SPRINT SPECTRUM L.P., a

	 	 	 
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	 	 	Delaware limited partnership, SPRINTCOM, INC., a Kansas Corporation, APC REALTY AND
EQUIPMENT COMPANY, LLC a Delaware limited liability company, AMERICAN PCS COMMUNICATIONS, a
Delaware limited liability company, SPRINT PCS ASSETS, L.L.C., a Delaware limited liability
company, SPRINT TELEPHONY PCS, L.P., a Delaware limited partnership.
	 
	c.	 	“FORNet Equipment” refers to the FORNet Hub Equipment, FORNet Remote Nodes and such other
ancillary items of equipment as are necessary to the proper operation thereof.
	 
	d.	 	“Effective Date” means the date the last Party executes and delivers this Agreement back
to the other Party.
	 
	e.	 	“Force Majeure Event” shall have the meaning ascribed to it in Article XXIV herein.
	 
	f.	 	“FORNet Fibers” means the [***] single mode fiber optic cable connecting each FORNet
Remote Node to the FORNet Hub Equipment and dedicated by OPERATOR for SPRINT’s sole and
exclusive use. [***].
	 
	g.	 	“FORNet Hub Equipment” refers to those dedicated facilities and the equipment located in
the Hub, specified in Attachment A-1, attached to Exhibit A, owned operated and maintained
by SPRINT and used by SPRINT for the processing of its signal into its radio frequencies and
conversion of such frequencies into and from optical carriers for transport through the
Network to and from each FORNet Remote Node and throughout each FORNet System.
	 
	h.	 	“FORNet Hub and Remote Node Installation Standards” means the general standards governing
the construction, installation, deployment and provisioning of each FORNet System, as may be
more fully detailed, from time to time, in the FORNet Installation Standards document and
the Scope of Work, both of which will be made available on a per project basis in advance of
the date of execution of the applicable FORNet License.
	 
	i.	 	“FORNet License” means the completed form attached hereto as Exhibit A, incorporated
herein by reference, setting forth the specific terms and conditions, as approved by SPRINT
and OPERATOR, relating to the implementation of each FORNet System, including any expansions
thereof and the payment of all amounts relating thereto.
	 
	j.	 	“FORNet License Term” shall have the meaning ascribed to it in Article V, Section 5.2.
	 
	k.	 	“FORNet Remote Node” means the dedicated installations and equipment located on private,
local utility or municipally owned plant facilities, specified in Exhibit A, Attachment A-3,
owned, operated and maintained by SPRINT (or maintained by OPERATOR on behalf of SPRINT, in
accordance with Article II, Section 2.4) and used by SPRINT for the processing of its signal
from and into optical carriers for transmission and reception through its Network for
transport to and from the FORNet Hub Equipment and throughout each FORNet System.
	 
	l.	 	“FORNet System” is a designed and engineered distributed fiber optic repeater network
comprised of communications facilities including, but not limited to, the FORNet Fibers,
FORNet Remote Nodes and the FORNet Hub Equipment, controlled and operated by

	 	 	 
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	 	 	SPRINT pursuant to the terms of this Agreement for the purpose of providing wireless
communications services to SPRINT’s customers.
	 
	m.	 	“FORNet System Acceptance Criteria and Testing Procedures” refers to the Acceptance
Criteria and Testing Procedures attached hereto as Exhibit B, and incorporated herein by
reference.
	 
	n.	 	“FORNet System Operations Standards” means the general standards governing the operation
of each FORNet System. Such standards are encompassed in the Scope of Work (see Attachment
1 of the FORNet Design and Installation Agreement and the FORNet Installation Standards
document, which will be made available on a per project basis in advance of the date of
execution of the applicable FORNet License.
	 
	o.	 	 “FORNet System Completion Notice” means the completed form attached hereto as Attachment
B-1, to Exhibit B, incorporated herein by reference.
	 
	p.	 	“Hazardous Substance” shall be as defined in Article XXVIII, Section 28.1.
	 
	q.	 	“Hub” means those facilities and locations identified in each FORNet License, owned,
leased, subleased, licensed or sublicensed by OPERATOR or SPRINT for purposes of the
installation, operation and maintenance of the Network Equipment and the FORNet Hub
Equipment.
	 
	r.	 	“Initial Term” shall have the meaning ascribed to it in Article V, Section 5.1.
	 
	s.	 	“Monthly License Fee” shall have the meaning ascribed to it in Article III herein.
	 
	t.	 	“Network” is a designed and engineered communications system comprised of fiber optic
(including without limitation the FORNet Fibers) and other communications facilities,
whether owned, leased or licensed or to be built by or on behalf of OPERATOR, but in all
cases controlled, maintained and operated solely by OPERATOR, in connection with the
provision of connectivity and optical signal transport via the FORNet Fibers between each
FORNet Remote Node and the affiliated FORNet Hub Equipment, together with any and all
facilities necessary to the proper operation of each FORNet System for the purposes
contemplated under this Agreement.
	 
	u.	 	“Network Equipment” refers to those dedicated facilities, equipment and fiber optic
cables, specified in Exhibit A, Attachment A-2, that are located in the Hub and deployed
throughout the Network that are owned, leased, or licensed and operated and maintained by
OPERATOR, through which OPERATOR shall provide a radio frequency and optical interface
between the FORNet Hub Equipment and the FORNet Remote Nodes for purposes of processing and
converting SPRINT’s signal into and from optical carriers for transport through the Network
to and from each FORNet System.
	 
	v.	 	“Network Improvements” means any necessary or desirable upgrades, equipment replacements
and other improvements to the OPERATOR’s Network.
	 
	w.	 	“Network Policies and Procedures” are those policies and procedures established by SPRINT
and agreed to by OPERATOR, as set forth in Exhibit C, incorporated herein by reference.

	 	 	 
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	x.	 	“Network Services” refers to: (i) the provisioning of connectivity for and the
conversion of SPRINT’s signal contained in its radio frequencies into and from optical
carriers for transport through the Network to and from each FORNet Remote Node and
throughout each FORNet System; (ii) maintenance of the Network and the FORNet Fibers; and
(iii) monitoring of the Network, FORNet Fibers and the FORNet Remote Nodes via OPERATOR’s
network operations center (NOC) in a manner prescribed in the Service Level Agreement (as
defined below); the monitoring system should be able to demonstrate, via real data in
report format, that the FORNet Fibers throughout the FORNet System have been properly
installed and are operating in conformity with the Acceptance Criteria, in accordance with
the terms and conditions of the Service Level Agreement.
	 
	y.	 	“Network Service Level Agreement” shall mean the specific terms and conditions as set
forth in Exhibit D attached hereto, pursuant to which SPRINT and OPERATOR shall measure and
issue reports and findings regarding the performance of the Network for [***].
	 
	z.	 	“Renewal Terms” shall have the meaning ascribed to it in Article V, Section 5.3.
	 
	aa.	 	“Services” refers to Network Services as the context may require.
	 
	bb.	 	“Service Affecting Condition” is as specified in Exhibit D.
	 
	cc.	 	“Service Interruption” is an “Outage” as defined in Exhibit D.
	 
	dd.	 	“Term” shall have the meaning ascribed to it in Article V, Section 5.1 herein.
	 
	ee.	 	“Underlying Rights” means all right-of-way agreements, franchise agreements, leases,
licenses, easements, fee interests, agreements, permits, authorizations and approvals that
are necessary for the deployment through, attachment to and traversing of any and all
conduit, ducts, roads, sidewalks, bridges, river crossings, poles, transmission towers or
other physical plant for the purposes of deploying, operating and maintaining the Network,
by OPERATOR, or the FORNet System by SPRINT. Redacted copies of Underlying Rights relating
to each FORNet System shall be attached to each FORNet License as Exhibit A, Attachment A-4.

Article II: GENERAL 

	2.1.	 	FORNet License. Subject to the terms and conditions of this Agreement, OPERATOR
agrees to connect and integrate each FORNet System into each Network, as requested by SPRINT
pursuant to each FORNet License submitted by SPRINT to OPERATOR from time to time hereunder.
OPERATOR shall also monitor and maintain its fiber and equipment in each FORNet System. A
sample FORNet License form is attached hereto as Exhibit A. Each FORNet License submitted by
SPRINT, when accepted by OPERATOR, shall be incorporated into and become part of this
Agreement. Except as specified in an accepted FORNet License, OPERATOR is not responsible to
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	 	 	network equipment or other equipment or software that enables SPRINT to utilize the
Network.
	 
	2.2.	 	FORNet System Standards. OPERATOR agrees to operate the FORNet System according to
the FORNet System Standards, which are defined in Exhibit B, attached herein, and in the
FORNet Installation Standards document, which will be supplied on a per project basis in
advance of the date of execution of the applicable FORNet License.
	 
	2.3.	 	Network Policies and Procedures. SPRINT agrees to comply with OPERATOR’s Network
Policies and Procedures, which will be supplied on a per project basis in advance of the date
of execution of the applicable FORNet License.
	 
	2.4	 	Equipment Maintenance. [***]
	 
	2.5	 	California Regulatory Statement. California Public Utilities Commission Compliance
Statements and Filing Procedure. The following statements are required by rules and
regulations of the California Public Utilities Commission (the “Commission”) for any
FORNet System to be located in California:

“This contract shall not become effective until authorization of the
Public Utilities Commission of the State of California is first obtained.”
“This contract shall at all times be subject to such changes or
modifications by the Public Utilities Commission of the State of
California as said Commission may, from time to time, direct in the
exercise of its jurisdiction.”

	 	 	OPERATOR will file a copy of the applicable FORNet License with the Commission within ten
(10) days of the Effective Date and provide written evidence to SPRINT of this timely
filing. Per applicable Commission rules and procedures, the applicable FORNet License will
be deemed approved by the Commission and become automatically effective 14 days following
filing with the Commission unless the Commission objects during such 14-day comment period.

Article III: FEES 

	3.1.	 	Payment of Monthly License Fee. As consideration for the provision of the Network
Services facilitating SPRINT’s access to and use of each Network, SPRINT shall pay OPERATOR
the aggregate Monthly License Fee for the total number of FORNet Remote Nodes in each FORNet
System connected to each Network. Payment of Monthly License Fees shall be due and payable to
OPERATOR, in pro-rata amount, on the first calendar day of the month immediately following the
Acceptance Date, and thereafter in advance on the first calendar day of each month thereafter
until expiration [***] of each applicable FORNet License Term and any Renewal. Late payments
shall be subject to interest at the rate of [***]/month from the due date until the date
payment is received.

	 	 	 
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	 	 	On each anniversary of the Acceptance Date of each FORNet System during the License Term
and any renewals or extensions thereof, the applicable Monthly License Fee shall increase
by [***].
	 
	3.2.	 	Calculation of Monthly License Fee. Each FORNet License shall specify an approximate
number of FORNet Remote Nodes to be deployed in each FORNet System; the actual number of
FORNet Remote Nodes used in determining the total Monthly License Fees payable by SPRINT will
be finalized when each FORNet System has met the Acceptance Criteria, and will be adjusted as
necessary as additional FORNet Remote Nodes are added to each FORNet System over time.
	 
	3.3.	 	[***]. Except as otherwise specifically provided herein or in a FORNet License, the
Monthly License Fee shall provide complete and total compensation for: (i) [***]; (ii) the
provision of the Services; (iii) maintenance and monitoring of OPERATOR owned equipment and
Network; and (iv) the satisfaction of any and all recurring costs, fees, expenses,
reimbursements and taxes solely attributable to and payable by OPERATOR which may be
associated with the grant and use of the Underlying Rights for the Network.

Article IV: Payment

	4.1	 	For all payment amounts exceeding $[***], SPRINT may elect to remit such payments to OPERATOR
through wire transfers of immediately available U.S. funds. Lesser amounts will be reimbursed
either by wire transfer or by company check of immediately available U.S. funds payable to the
OPERATOR.
	 
	4.2	 	[***].
	 
	4.3	 	Subject to applicable federal and state laws, rules, regulations and orders, both SPRINT and
OPERATOR shall have the right to seek review and adjustment of the rates, charges and fees
payable under the applicable FORNet License before the appropriate federal or state regulatory
agency. The party seeking review will provide sixty (60) days written notice, advising the
other party of the pending filing of the proposed review and adjustment of rates, charges and
fees, with specific identifications as to the changes being requested. [***].

Article V: Term

	5.1	 	Term. The initial term of this Agreement (“Initial Term”) shall commence upon the
Effective Date and shall expire, unless terminated earlier in accordance with Section 5.4, on
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	5.2	 	FORNet License Term. The initial term of each FORNet License granted under this
Agreement shall be [***] (“Initial FORNet License Term”) commencing upon the Acceptance Date
of the applicable FORNet Fibers and shall expire, unless extended in accordance with Section
5.3 [***], on the [***] of the Acceptance Date of the applicable FORNet License and shall,
thereafter, be of no further force or effect.
	 
	5.3	 	Renewal Terms. SPRINT shall have the right to extend each FORNet License Term for
[***] (“Renewal Term”) on the same terms and conditions as set forth herein. [***]. SPRINT
agrees and acknowledges that upon the expiration or termination of this Agreement, OPERATOR
shall have no obligation to renew the Agreement or enter into a new agreement with NEXREL. In
the event that OPERATOR elects to renew or enter into a new agreement, OPERATOR shall have no
obligation to offer such renewal or new agreement under any of the same terms and conditions
set forth in the Agreement, including without limitation charges and fees.
	 
	5.4	 	[***]
	 
	5.5	 	[***]

Article VI: [***]

	6.1	 	Grant [***]. As of the Effective Date of each FORNet License, SPRINT is hereby
granted [***] the FORNet Fibers under each FORNet License so as to incorporate the use thereof
into each FORNet System to facilitate SPRINT’s primary business of providing wireless
communication services to its customers.
	 
	6.2	 	[***].
	 
	6.3	 	Changes in the Network Due to Technological Advances. SPRINT acknowledges and agrees
that during the Term and each Renewal Term technological advances in, including but not
limited to, fiber optics and optical repeater distributed antenna system design, equipment and
software are likely to occur. Nonetheless, SPRINT requires the OPERATOR to keep the Network
and Network Equipment up to date in terms of software and hardware. SPRINT thus encourages
OPERATOR to keep current with related technology. As and when such technological advances
shall occur, OPERATOR shall have the right to propose the substitution of an equal number of
fiber strands for the FORNet Fibers within any FORNet System or portion thereof (which
alternative fibers strands shall thereupon constitute FORNet Fibers), provided that in such
event, such substitution: (i) shall be effected at the sole cost of OPERATOR; (ii) shall be
performed in accordance with the specifications and procedures set forth in the FORNet
Standards, as revised by SPRINT from time to time; (iii) shall incorporate fiber optic strands
meeting or exceeding the specifications set forth in the FORNet Standards, as revised by
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	 	 	Criteria, as revised by SPRINT from time to time; and (iv) [***], and subject to the
approval of and in coordination with SPRINT, OPERATOR shall use commercially reasonable
efforts to minimize any interruption or interface with the operation between the Network
and any affected FORNet System.
	 
	6.4	 	No Conveyance of Interest in Realty. Neither this Agreement nor [***] granted herein
shall be deemed to establish or convey any right, title or interest in any personal or real
property comprising the Network, including the FORNet Fibers. OPERATOR and SPRINT acknowledge
and agree that this Agreement is a true license to use [***] each FORNet Fiber and is not a
sale of the FORNet Fibers by OPERATOR to SPRINT. Notwithstanding anything to the
contrary contained in this Agreement, without the prior written consent of OPERATOR, [***].
	 
	6.5	 	[***].

Article VII: FORNet System Connection

	7.1	 	Ownership of FORNet Equipment. SPRINT shall own and therefore be responsible for the
cost of purchasing the FORNet Hub Equipment and the FORNet Remote Nodes.
	 
	7.2	 	Purchase of Network Equipment and Materials. Except as may be expressly provided
herein, OPERATOR shall, at OPERATOR’s sole cost and expense, procure all Network Equipment and
materials to be incorporated in and to become a permanent part of the Network, including the
FORNet Fibers, but shall not be responsible for the cost of purchasing the equipment specified
in Article 7.1 above. OPERATOR shall purchase only Network Equipment and materials of the
type and specifications necessary to comply with the FORNet System Standards. SPRINT reserves
the right to specify exact equipment type and specifications based on individual market needs
in advance of the date of execution of the applicable FORNet License.
	 
	7.3	 	Right to Make Changes to the Network. OPERATOR shall have the right to make changes
to the Network, both in terms of equipment and technology protocols, so long as the OPERATOR
does not make changes to the Network that will adversely affect SPRINT’s access to, or
utilization of the applicable FORNet Fibers, or the performance of each FORNet System, the
FORNet Equipment, or any other SPRINT facilities or equipment that interface with the Network
or the FORNet System. More specifically, the OPERATOR will not make changes to the Network in
such a way that will cause any equipment or software including, but not limited to, the Hub
Network Equipment necessary to operate the Network, or SPRINT’s FORNet Equipment, FORNet
Remote Node Equipment, or any FORNet System to become obsolete for the purposes and manner as
contemplated under this Agreement, or otherwise adversely affect the performance of such
equipment or software, without SPRINT’s prior written approval, which approval shall not be
unreasonably be withheld, conditioned or delayed. The prohibition stated in the preceding
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	 	 	equipment or software is provided, installed, operated or maintained by the OPERATOR or
SPRINT.

Article VIII: Testing and Acceptance of FORNet Systems

	8.1	 	Testing; FORNet System Completion Notice. OPERATOR shall test the FORNet Fibers,
[***], in each Network, in accordance with the Acceptance Criteria detailed in Exhibit B.
OPERATOR shall provide the appropriate SPRINT Site Development point of contact [***] prior
written notice of the date and time of when OPERATOR shall conduct testing to determine
whether the Acceptance Criteria have been met. SPRINT shall have the right to have SPRINT
personnel present to observe such testing. When OPERATOR has determined that the Acceptance
Criteria have been met and is able to present the final reports that show that the FORNet
Fibers throughout the FORNet TM System have been properly installed and are operating in
conformity with the Acceptance Criteria, OPERATOR shall promptly provide the appropriate
SPRINT Site Development point of contact an executed original of a FORNet System Completion
Notice (see Attachment B-1).
	 
	8.2	 	Acceptance and Rejection.

	 	(i)	 	First [***] Notice Period. Within [***] of receipt of the FORNet
System Completion Notice referenced in the last sentence of Section 8.1 above, SPRINT
shall in good faith provide OPERATOR with a written notice accepting or rejecting the
FORNet Fibers and the affiliated FORNet System. If SPRINT fails to notify OPERATOR of
its acceptance or rejection of the FORNet System Completion Notice within [***]
following SPRINT’s receipt thereof, SPRINT shall be deemed to have [***] the FORNet
Fibers and the associated FORNet System.
	 
	 	(ii)	 	Second [***] Notice Period. OPERATOR shall thereupon issue a second
FORNet System Completion Notice which second notice shall be sent to the same SPRINT
addressee as the initial notice but shall also be sent to the attention of (A) the
noticed SPRINT Site Development point of contact’s director supervisor, and (B) the
applicable RF market point of contact (to the extent the foregoing persons are known
by OPERATOR and if not then to someone in a reasonably similar or equivalent capacity
known to OPERATOR). If SPRINT fails to notify OPERATOR of its acceptance or rejection
of the second FORNet System Completion Notice within [***] following SPRINT’s receipt
thereof, SPRINT shall be deemed to have [***] the FORNet Fibers and the associated
FORNet System.
	 
	 	(iii)	 	Third [***] Notice Period. OPERATOR shall thereupon issue a third
FORNet System Completion Notice which third notice shall be addressed to (A) the
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	 	 	 	and (C) the Regional Vice President (to the extent the foregoing persons are known by
OPERATOR and if not then to someone in a reasonably similar or equivalent capacity
known to OPERATOR) and shall include a conspicuous statement in caps to the following
effect: “IF SPRINT DOES NOT RESPOND TO THIS COMMUNICATION WITHIN [***] OF RECEIPT,
THE SUBJECT NETWORK WILL BE DEEMED [***] BY SPRINT.” If SPRINT fails to notify
OPERATOR of its acceptance or rejection of the third FORNet System Completion Notice
within [***] following SPRINT’s receipt thereof, SPRINT shall be deemed to have [***]
the relevant FORNet Fibers and the associated FORNet System.

	 	 	Any rejection of a FORNet System Completion Notice shall be in good faith and shall specify
in writing in reasonable detail all defects or failures in the Acceptance Criteria
supporting the rejection. Notices under this Section 8.2 need not also be sent to the
addressees named in Section 21.1 below, and may be delivered by email and shall be deemed
given upon transmittal thereof. The date of actual acceptance or deemed acceptance of the
FORNet Fibers and the FORNet System shall be referred to as an “Acceptance Date,” unless
SPRINT utilizes the FORNet Fibers earlier in which case such first use shall be the
“Acceptance Date.” In the event of any good faith rejection by SPRINT, OPERATOR shall take
such action as reasonably necessary, and as expeditiously as practicable, to correct or
cure such defect or failure; and, the Acceptance Criteria process, including notification
to SPRINT and provision of a FORNet System Completion Notice, shall be repeated with
respect to such rejected FORNet Fibers and FORNet System.

	8.3	 	As-Built Drawings. Within [***] following each Acceptance Date, OPERATOR shall
provide SPRINT with the As-Built Drawings and technical specifications of the FORNet Fibers
and associated splices located within the Network.

Article IX: Maintenance and Repair

	9.1	 	Routine Maintenance. From and after the Effective Date and during the Term and each
Renewal Term of each FORNet License, OPERATOR shall provide, or cause to be provided by
contractors selected by OPERATOR, all required maintenance of the Network and the FORNet
Fibers in accordance with the provisions set forth in FORNet Installation Standards document
that is supplied on a per project basis in advance of the date of execution of the applicable
FORNet License.
	 
	9.2	 	Service Affecting Condition. From and after the Effective Date with respect to each
FORNet License, in the event that all or any part of the Network, including the FORNet Fibers
within the Network, is damaged or destroyed such that a Service Affecting Condition exists for
a FORNet System, OPERATOR shall use commercially reasonable efforts to resolve such Service
Affecting Condition utilizing the procedures described in Exhibit D. SPRINT shall be allowed
to accompany OPERATOR or its authorized personnel in responding to the service affecting
conditioned provided SPRINT does not interfere with OPERATOR or its authorized personnel’s
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	9.3	 	Emergencies. If a bona fide emergency situation exists in the FORNet System, then
upon notice, the responsible party will act diligently and expediently to remedy such bona
fide emergency situation as reasonably necessary to protect public health and safety. If the
responsible party does not remedy the bona fide emergency situation as soon as practicable
after receiving such notice, or if the other Party reasonably determines that the responsible
party’s practicable response time is inadequate given the nature of the emergency and other
reasonable relevant circumstances, then the other party may take any commercially reasonable
action as necessary to protect public health and safety. In such a case, the responsible
party will have no recourse against the other party for the other party’s commercially
reasonable actions taken in response to such emergency situation. Notwithstanding the
foregoing provisions of this section, if the responsible party is acting in good faith to
address and correct the emergency situation, then the other party will restore whatever
services it may previously have disrupted to permit the responsible party to continue its
efforts to remedy the emergency situation.
	 
	9.4	 	Interconnecting the FORNet Fibers. SPRINT shall have the right to request that
OPERATOR interconnect the FORNet Fibers with SPRINT’s network. SPRINT may not access or
perform, or contract with any third party to access or perform, any work, repairs or
maintenance to any FORNet Fiber or the Network Equipment. OPERATOR’s consent to an
interconnection shall not be unreasonably withheld. OPERATOR shall promptly evaluate SPRINT’s
interconnection requests and provide SPRINT a quote for performance of the necessary work.
OPERATOR shall perform no such work until SPRINT has agreed to the terms thereof. Once
agreed, OPERATOR shall use all reasonable speed to implement the interconnection.

Article X: Permits; Underlying Rights; Relocation

	10.1	 	Underlying Rights.

10.1.1 SPRINT Representation. SPRINT represents and agrees that it will use each
FORNet System in compliance with and subject to the Underlying Rights requirements.
Notwithstanding anything to the contrary contained herein, SPRINT shall cooperate with
OPERATOR in its effort to secure, or cause to be secured, prior to each Effective Date for
each FORNet License, and maintain in full force and effect during the Term and each Renewal
Term, any and all Underlying Rights as may be granted from any and all governmental and
other authorities or rights holders, which are necessary or required to be obtained by
OPERATOR or SPRINT for OPERATOR [***] under this Agreement and for the use and operation of
each FORNet System. The [***] rights [***] under this Agreement are further subject and
subordinate to the prior right of each grantor of the Underlying Rights to use the rights
of way for other activities, including utility operations, telecommunications uses,
municipal or any other purposes.

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with and subject to the Underlying Rights. Notwithstanding anything to the contrary
contained herein, it shall be OPERATOR’s sole responsibility to secure, or cause to be
secured, prior to each Effective Date for each FORNet License, and maintain in full force
and effect during the Term and each Renewal Term, any and all Underlying Rights as may be
granted from any and all governmental, other authorities or rights holders, which are
necessary or required to be obtained by OPERATOR for OPERATOR to construct, install,
operate and maintain, access and make use of the Network and the FORNet Fibers. Upon
request of SPRINT, OPERATOR will deliver to SPRINT redacted copies of the Underlying
Rights.

	10.2	 	[***]. [***] and that, from and after the Effective Date of each FORNet License and
subject to Article XXVII, OPERATOR shall keep the FORNet Fibers free from (i) any liens or
encumbrances of any third person attributable to OPERATOR and (ii) any other rights or claims
of any third Person attributable to OPERATOR, which might in any way be asserted as superior
to SPRINT’s rights in the FORNet Fibers.
	 
	10.3	 	Lawful Use. Subject to the limitations set forth in this Agreement and to the
restrictions set forth in the Underlying Rights, SPRINT shall use the FORNet Fibers solely for
the purpose of lawfully providing Telecommunications Service, as defined by the Communications
Act of 1934, as amended by the Telecommunications Act of 1996. SPRINT agrees and acknowledges
that, other than the FORNet Fibers, it has no right to use any other portion of any Network.
	 
	10.4	 	Notice of Impending Damage. SPRINT and OPERATOR shall promptly notify each other of
any matters known to either party pertaining to, or the occurrence (or impending occurrence)
of, any event which would be reasonably likely to give rise to any damage or impending damage
to or loss of the Network or the FORNet Fibers.
	 
	10.5	 	Cooperation. SPRINT and OPERATOR each agrees to cooperate with and support the other
in complying with any requirements applicable to their respective rights and obligations
hereunder. Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, subject to SPRINT’s rights under
Article XXIII, SPRINT agrees to provide to OPERATOR, promptly upon request by OPERATOR, a
detailed description of its uses of the FORNet Fibers reasonably requested by OPERATOR in
order to enable OPERATOR to comply with any reporting requirements imposed on OPERATOR under
any of the Underlying Rights.
	 
	10.6	 	Continuation. Upon the expiration, non-recognition or other termination of any
Underlying Right that is necessary in order to grant, continue or maintain the [***] rights
granted to SPRINT under this Agreement, OPERATOR shall use commercially reasonable efforts to
obtain an alternate right of way for the affected portion of the Network and FORNet FibersTM;
provided, however, that if the expiration, non-recognition or other termination of any
Underlying Right is caused by the acts or omissions of SPRINT, its employees, agents, or
contractors, the cost to replace the same shall be borne exclusively by SPRINT.
	 
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	10.8	 	Relocation. If, after the Acceptance Date with respect to any FORNet System,
OPERATOR is required by any grantor of the Underlying Rights, or by the occurrence of an Event
of Force Majeure, or if SPRINT agrees to relocate any portion of the FORNet Fibers, with
respect to the affected FORNet System, OPERATOR shall have the right either to proceed with
such relocation, including the right, in good faith, to reasonably determine the extent of,
the timing of, and methods to be used for such relocation; provided that any such relocation
shall be constructed and tested in accordance with the specifications set forth in the FORNet
Installation Standards originally applicable to that Network. In the event of any such
relocation, OPERATOR shall use commercially reasonable efforts to minimize any service
interruptions. [***].
	 
	10.9	 	As-Built Drawings. OPERATOR shall deliver to User updated As-Built Drawings with
respect to the relocated portions of the FORNet Fibers within forty-five (45) days following
the completion of such relocation.

Article XI: Access to the Hubs 

	11.1	 	24 x 7 Access. Where OPERATOR provides SPRINT with HUB space, OPERATOR shall provide
SPRINT with access to each Hub twenty-four (24) hours a day, seven (7) days a week at no
charge to SPRINT, so that SPRINT may perform installation, maintenance and emergency repair
functions. SPRINT and OPERATOR shall mutually agree to terms regarding ingress and egress to
each Hub.

Article XII: Interference

	12.1	 	Duty to Avoid Interference. If OPERATOR leases facilities or equipment, including
but not limited to radios and other equipment of the type and frequency that could cause
measurable interference to SPRINT’s operation of any FORNet System, OPERATOR will take all
commercially reasonable, industry standard measures to ensure that such equipment does not
interfere with the FORNet Remote Nodes or the FORNet Hub Equipment. SPRINT, in turn, agrees
to operate each FORNet Remote Node and the FORNet Hub Equipment at the power levels and
frequencies defined in the FORNet License, provided that SPRINT may change such power levels
or frequencies so long as doing so will not cause interference to other users of the Networks.
	 
	12.2	 	Duty to Mitigate Interference. In the event that either SPRINT’s or the OPERATOR’s
equipment causes interference beyond levels that can be filtered or reduced by any affected
user applying good engineering practices and techniques, upon notification of such
interference, the party whose equipment caused the interference shall commence efforts to
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	 	 	be remedied within the [***] period, the party in question shall cause the interference to
cease, except intermittently during off-peak hours for testing purposes.
	 
	12.3	 	Installation of New Equipment. OPERATOR shall not permit itself, or other users,
lessees or licensees with whom it has privity of contract to install new equipment in any Hub,
if such equipment will cause interference that exceeds levels beyond which SPRINT, using good
engineering practices and techniques, can filter or reduce such that SPRINT may continue its
operations as intended under this Agreement, OPERATOR will require such user to commence
efforts to mitigate the interference within [***] of receiving notice from SPRINT. If the
interference cannot be remedied within the [***] period, the OPERATOR shall cause the
interference to cease, except intermittently during off-peak hours for testing purposes.
Notwithstanding the foregoing, SPRINT acknowledges its understanding the OPERATOR will in all
probability not own the Hub and as such have limited control over the activities of the
operator of the Hub and the other tenants or licenses of such Hub operator.
	 
	12.4	 	Notice. If SPRINT increases maximum power levels or modifies the frequencies from
those set forth in the FORNet License, or makes other material modifications to the technical
specifications of the Request, SPRINT will notify the OPERATOR in advance. In any case, any
subsequent modifications must comply with all applicable law and not cause interference to the
equipment of the OPERATOR, any other OPERATOR customer using the Network, or any other SPRINT
FORNet System existing at the time of the modifications.

Article XIII: INDEMNIFICATION

	13.1	 	SPRINT Indemnification. SPRINT shall indemnify and hold OPERATOR, its affiliates,
directors, officers, employees, members, managers, agents, and contractors harmless from and
against any and all loss, cost, damage, liability and expense directly or indirectly arising
out of or resulting from the negligent or willful acts or omissions of SPRINT, its officers,
employees, servants, affiliates, agents, contractors, or from any person for whom it is in law
responsible, with respect or arising out of operation of the FORNet System, SPRINT’s use of
the FORNet Fibers, or relating to SPRINT’s performance (including breach or failure thereto)
under this Agreement; including but not limited to: a) any demand, claim, suit or judgment
for damages to any property or bodily injury or death, loss or damage to any person or to
tangible property or facilities of any person or entity, (including reasonable attorney’s
fees), and b) any claims, liabilities or damages arising out of any violation by SPRINT of
regulations, rules, statutes, or court orders of any local, state, or federal governmental
agency, court, or body in connection with its performance under this Agreement or otherwise
(including reasonable attorneys fees), which is caused by a negligent act or omission of
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	 	 	of OPERATOR. The obligations of this Article XIII shall survive the expiration or earlier
termination of this Agreement.
	 
	13.2	 	OPERATOR Indemnification. OPERATOR shall indemnify and hold harmless SPRINT, its
affiliates, directors, officers, employees, members, managers, agents, and contractors
harmless from and against any and all loss, cost, damage, liability, and expense directly
arising out of or resulting from the negligent or willful acts or omissions of OPERATOR, its
officers, employees, servants, affiliates, agents or contractors, or from any person for whom
it is in law responsible, with respect to or arising out of the operation of each Network and
OPERATOR’s operation or maintenance of the Hub and the FORNet Fibers or relating to OPERATOR’s
performance (including breach or failure thereto) under this Agreement, including but not
limited to a) any demand claim, suit or judgment for damages to any property or bodily injury
or death, loss or damage to any person or to tangible property or facilities of any person or
entity (including reasonable attorneys fees) and b) any claims, liabilities or damages arising
out of any violation by OPERATOR of regulations, rules, statutes, or court orders of any
local, state, or federal governmental agency, court of body in connection with its performance
under this Agreement or otherwise, (including reasonable attorneys fees), which is caused by a
negligent act or omission of OPERATOR, its officers, affiliate, employees, agents or
contractors, or from any person for whom it is in law responsible except to the extent that
such loss, damage, injury or expense is caused by the negligence of SPRINT. The obligations
of this Article XIII shall survive the expiration or earlier termination of this Agreement.

Article XIV: LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

	14.1	 	No Speculative Damages. Neither party, nor any claimant affiliated with or in a
contractual relationship with a party shall be liable to the other party for special,
punitive, exemplary, consequential, incidental or indirect losses or damages as a result of
the performance or nonperformance of its obligations under this agreement, or its acts or
omissions related to this agreement or its use of the network or any FORNet System or related
facilities whether or not arising from sole, joint or concurrent negligence, strict liability,
tort, contract or violation of law or otherwise, even if the party has been advised of the
possibility of such damages. EXCEPT FOR ANY LIABILITY UNDER ARTICLE XIII WITH RESPECT TO
THIRD PARTY CLAIMS BASED ON BODILY INJURY OR DAMAGE TO TANGIBLE PROPERTY, The liability of
either party for damages arising from this agreement shall be limited to the total amount
which SPRINT is obligated to pay for the term of this agreement for the fornet license that is
the subject of the claim.
	 
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	 	 	party including indirect, special, or consequential damages, based on any acts or omissions
of such third party as such acts or omissions may affect the construction, operation or use
of any Network. OPERATOR and SPRINT shall assign such rights of claims, execute such
documents and do whatever else may be reasonably necessary to enable the other (at such
other party’s sole expense) to pursue any such action against such third party, provided
the same does not interfere with the assigning party’s ability to pursue an action or claim
against the third party.

ARTICLE XV: SERVICE INTERRUPTION

	15.1	 	Interruption. In the event of a Service Interruption, as determined pursuant to the
definition in Exhibit D, SPRINT shall be entitled to [***] as set forth in Exhibit D.

Article XVI: Sublicensing

	16.1	 	Sublicensing Prohibited. Subject to the availability thereof, and subject to any
regulatory requirements or limitations, SPRINT shall use the Hub solely to access the Network
and will comply in all material respects with the terms and conditions of OPERATOR’s agreement
for use of the Hub. OPERATOR will provide SPRINT with any rules, regulations, terms or
conditions contained in its agreement for use of the Hub in advance of SPRINT subleasing or
sublicensing the Hub from OPERATOR. SPRINT shall not provide, sublicense, sublease or permit
in any manner any third party to use any portion of the Hub. In the event SPRINT fails to
comply with this section, this failure to comply shall be deemed an immediate event of
default. Except with respect to interconnection with a local exchange carrier within a SPRINT
Base Station, SPRINT shall not interconnect within the Hub with any third parties without the
express written consent of OPERATOR, such consent not to be unreasonably withheld, conditioned
or delayed. All such interconnections are subject to the terms of Sections 9.3 above. All
SPRINT FORNet Hub Equipment must be installed in its designated area, assigned rack,
footprint, cabinet or space, as indicated in each FORNet License. Additional storage or other
space is not provided to SPRINT except as mutually agreed upon in any FORNet License. SPRINT
will not jeopardize service or damage property of other users or OPERATOR and must take
precautions to protect OPERATOR’s common facilities and nearby equipment belonging to other
users. SPRINT will follow normal industry standards with regard to equipment installation and
removal as if in a central office environment although it may be necessary for OPERATOR to
perform any and all such work depending upon the circumstances. In addition, SPRINT must
maintain normal industry standard documentation and labeling of SPRINT equipment in the Hub
and post emergency names and telephone numbers at the Hub.

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	17.1	 	No Lien Against FORNet Equipment. OPERATOR waives any lien rights it may have
concerning the FORNet Hub Equipment and the FORNet Nodes all of which are deemed SPRINT’s
personal property and not fixtures, and SPRINT has the right to remove the same at any time
without OPERATOR’s consent, but subject to compliance with the underlying agreement for the
Hub site.
	 
	17.2	 	Consent to SPRINT Financing. OPERATOR acknowledges that SPRINT has entered into
financing arrangements including promissory notes and financial and security agreements for
the financing of the FORNet Hub Equipment and the FORNet Nodes (“Collateral”) with a third
party financing entity (and may in the future enter into additional financing arrangements
with other financing entities). In connection therewith, OPERATOR (i) consents to the
installation of the Collateral; (ii) disclaims any interest in the Collateral, as fixtures or
otherwise; and (iii) agrees that the Collateral shall be exempt from execution, foreclosure,
sale, levy, attachment, or distress for any Monthly License Fee or any other amount due or to
become due and that such Collateral may be removed at any time without recourse to legal
proceedings. 
	 
	17.3	 	No Lien Against Network. SPRINT shall not permit any mechanic’s liens, materialman’s
liens, contractor’s liens, subcontractor’s liens, security interests, or other claims or
demands arising from work performed for or on behalf of SPRINT to attach to, or be enforced
against, any part of the Network. If SPRINT’s actions cause such lien to be filed against any
part of a Network, then SPRINT will have the next thirty (30) days to contest such lien and to
have such lien released by payment, bond, court order, or otherwise. If any such liens
arising from work performed for or on behalf of SPRINT are not released within such 30-day
time period, then SPRINT will reimburse OPERATOR for any bond and any other costs reasonably
incurred by NextG in connection therewith.

Article XVIII: INSURANCE

	18.1	 	Duty to Insure. OPERATOR shall purchase and maintain insurance policies issued by
companies licensed or authorized to transact business in the states where each Network will be
operated and who hold a current rating of not less than A-, VII, according to Best’s Key
Rating Guide. OPERATOR’s insurance shall protect SPRINT, its directors, officers, partners,
affiliates, and employees from claims for damages because of bodily injury, including death,
and claims for damages to person or property which may arise out of or result from OPERATOR’s
acts or omissions, whether such act or omissions are directly attributable to OPERATOR or
anyone directly or indirectly employed by OPERATOR. This insurance shall be written for not
less than limits of liability specified herein and shall include contractual liability
insurance applicable to OPERATOR’s obligations as provided herein.

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	 	18.2.1	 	Worker’s Compensation. Insurance shall be provided as required by any applicable
law or regulation.
	 
	 	18.2.2	 	Employer’s Liability Insurance, which shall be provided in amounts not less than:

	 	i.	 	$1,000,000.00 each accident for bodily injury by accident; and
	 
	 	ii.	 	$1,000,000.00 policy limit for bodily injury by disease; and
	 
	 	iii.	 	$1,000,000.00 each employee for bodily injury by disease.

	 	18.2.3.	 	Commercial General Liability insurance (including but not limited to, contractual
liability insurance), with an occurrence limit of $1,000,000.00 for any one occurrence,
$2,000,000 General Aggregate and $2,000,000.00 Products Completed Operations Aggregate.
	 
	 	18.2.4.	 	Automobile Liability Insurance, including coverage for all owned, hired and non-
owned automobiles, with limits of liability not less than $1,000,000.00 combined single
limit per accident for bodily injury and property damage.
	 
	 	18.2.5.	 	Umbrella Insurance, providing excess coverage in the amount of $3,000,000.00 and
providing such additional coverage for all of the risks and obligations of the OPERATOR
described in this Article XVIII.

	18.3	 	Other Laws. If there is an exposure or injury to OPERATOR’s employees under the U.S.
Longshoremen’s and Harbor Worker’s Compensation Act, the Jones Act or under laws, regulations
or statutes applicable to maritime employees, equivalent coverage shall be included for such
injuries or claims.

	18.4	 	Scope and Manner of Coverage. The Commercial General Liability insurance shall cover
all operations by or on behalf of OPERATOR, providing insurance on a per occurrence basis for
bodily injury liability and property damage liability for the limits of liability indicated
above and including coverage for:

	 	a)	 	premises and operations;
	 
	 	b)	 	products and completed operations;
	 
	 	c)	 	contractual liability insuring the obligations assumed by
OPERATOR in this Agreement;
	 
	 	d)	 	broad form property damage (including completed operations);
	 
	 	e)	 	explosion, collapse and underground hazards; and
	 
	 	f)	 	personal injury liability.

	 	 	If the Commercial General Liability policy does not have an endorsement providing that the
general aggregate limit applies separately to each Network, or if defense costs are
included in the general aggregate limit, then the required aggregate limits shall be
$5,000,000.00.

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	18.6	 	Additional Insureds. SPRINT, its officers, directors and employees shall be named as
additional insureds, under the occurrence form in the Commercial, General Liability, Auto
Liability, and Umbrella Liability policies. The policies shall stipulate that the insurance
afforded the additional insureds shall apply as primary insurance and that any other insurance
carried by SPRINT, its officers, directors and employees will be excess only and will not
contribute with the insurance required of OPERATOR. Each insurance policy shall contain a
waiver of subrogation in SPRINT’s favor. OPERATOR shall require that its subcontractors
purchase and maintain insurance in the amounts and coverages substantially similar to those
described in this Section 18. OPERATOR shall require that each subcontractor name SPRINT, its
directors, officers, partners, affiliates, and employees’ as additional insureds.
	 
	18.7	 	Proof of Insurance. Proof of insurance, either in the form of a Certificate of
Insurance (ACORD form 25S or equivalent), or a web based Memorandum of Insurance, evidencing
the insurance required by each Project, shall be furnished by OPERATOR to SPRINT before any
work under any FORNet License is commenced, and within fifteen (15) days of renewal or
replacement of any policy required by this Agreement. The certificates of insurance shall
provide that there will be no cancellation without thirty (30) days prior written notice to
SPRINT. The proof of insurance shall also confirm that SPRINT, its officers, directors,
affiliates and employees have been named as additional insureds to the extent required herein.
Notwithstanding anything to the contrary contained in this Agreement, acceptance of insurance
certificates by SPRINT shall in no way waive or limit any insurance, indemnity, or other
obligations of OPERATOR. All certificates of insurance shall be addressed to:
	 
	 	 	SPRINT

2001 Edmund Halley Drive

Reston, VA 20191

Attn: Supply Chain Management — Contract Administrator
	 
	18.9	 	[***].
	 
	18.10	 	Waiver of Subrogation. Except to the extent caused due to the intentional acts of
the other party, SPRINT and OPERATOR waive all rights against each other and any of their
subcontractors, agents and employees, for damages caused by fire or other perils i) to the
extent covered by property insurance obtained pursuant to this section or any other property
insurance applicable to any Network, and ii) to the extent such party has rights, except such
rights to the proceeds of such insurance held by Operator or SPRINT as fiduciary. OPERATOR
shall require similar waivers in favor of SPRINT and OPERATOR by any subcontractors retained
by OPERATOR.
	 
	18.11	 	[***].

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	19.1	 	Tax Compliance. The parties shall comply with all federal, state, and local tax laws
applicable to transactions occurring under this Agreement.
	 
	19.2	 	Form W-9. OPERATOR shall provide SPRINT with a completed Form W-9 for federal income
tax reporting purposes before any payments are made by SPRINT to OPERATOR.
	 
	19.3	 	Payment Obligation. SPRINT shall be responsible for applicable sales and use taxes
imposed on charges for goods and services provided under this Agreement; however, SPRINT shall
not be responsible for sales and use taxes for which SPRINT has provided OPERATOR with a
valid, properly executed, exemption certificate. SPRINT shall not be responsible for any
taxes imposed on OPERATOR arising from OPERATOR’s consumption of goods and services in
connection with this Agreement. SPRINT shall not be responsible for any other taxes,
assessments, duties, permits, tariffs, fees or other charges of any kind.
	 
	19.4	 	Sales Tax Registration. OPERATOR shall provide SPRINT with OPERATOR’s sales tax
registration number from the state(s) in which goods and/or services provided under this
Agreement are delivered and/or performed. If OPERATOR is not currently registered for sales
tax purposes, OPERATOR will register with the state for sales tax purposes before any payments
are made by SPRINT to OPERATOR.
	 
	19.5	 	Classification of Services. For sales and use tax purposes, the parties shall treat
this Agreement as a contract for either (A) the installation of either tangible personal
property; or (B) the installation of real property, in accordance with state law.

(A) Contracts for installation of tangible personal property. OPERATOR
shall be responsible for collecting and remitting applicable sales tax on all
taxable charges for the sale of services and materials under this Agreement.

(B) Contracts for installation of real property. OPERATOR shall be
responsible for paying applicable sales tax on all of OPERATOR’s purchases of
materials used or consumed in performance of this contract.

Article XX: DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES

	20.1	 	NO WARRANTY. EXCEPT AS SPECIFICALLY SET FORTH IN THIS AGREEMENT, OPERATOR MAKES NO
WARRANTY TO SPRINT OR ANY OTHER PERSON OR ENTITY, WHETHER EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR STATUTORY, AS TO
THE INSTALLATION, DESCRIPTION, QUALITY, MERCHANTABILITY, COMPLETENESS, OR FITNESS FOR ANY
PARTICULAR PURPOSE OF ANY FACILITIES OR ANY SERVICE PROVIDED HEREUNDER OR DESCRIBED HEREIN, OR
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Article XXI: Notice

	21.1	 	Who To Contact. Unless otherwise provided in this Agreement, all notices and
communications concerning this Agreement shall be in writing and addressed to the other party
as follows:

	 	 	 	 	 
	 

	 	If to OPERATOR:
	 	NextG Networks, Inc.
	 

	 	 	 	2216 O’Toole Avenue
	 

	 	 	 	San Jose, CA 95131
	 

	 	 	 	Attn: Contracts Administration
	 
	 	 	 	 
	 

	 	With a copy to:
	 	NextG Networks, Inc.
	 

	 	 	 	2216 O’Toole Avenue
	 

	 	 	 	San Jose, CA 95131
	 

	 	 	 	Attn: General Counsel
	 
	 	 	 	 
	 

	 	If to SPRINT:	 	 
	 
	 	 	 	 
	 

	 	 	 	Sprint
	 

	 	 	 	2001 Edmund Halley Drive
	 

	 	 	 	MS: VARESP0401-A4023
	 

	 	 	 	Reston, VA 20191-3436
	 

	 	 	 	Attn: Real Estate Law Group
	 
	 	 	 	 
	 

	 	With a copy to:	 	 
	 
	 	 	 	 
	 

	 	 	 	Sprint
	 

	 	 	 	2001 Edmund Halley Drive
	 

	 	 	 	Reston, VA 20191-3436
	 

	 	 	 	Attention: Supply Chain Management

	 	 	or at such other address as may be designated in writing to the other party.
	 
	21.2	 	Method of Delivery. Unless otherwise provided herein, notices shall be hand
delivered, sent by registered or certified U.S. Mail, postage pre-paid, or by commercial
overnight delivery service, or transmitted by facsimile, and shall be deemed served or
delivered to the addressee or its office when received at the address for notice specified
above when hand delivered, upon confirmation of sending when sent by facsimile, on the day
after being sent when sent by overnight delivery service, or three (3) days after deposit in
the mail when sent by U.S. mail.

Article XXII: CONFIDENTIALITY

	22.1	 	Confidentiality. In the absence of a separate Confidentiality Agreement between the
parties, if either party provides confidential information to the other in writing and
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	 	 	confidential information, the receiving party shall use such information solely in
furtherance of the objectives of this Agreement and shall protect the confidential
information from disclosure to third parties with the same degree of care accorded its own
confidential and proprietary information; provided, however, that the parties shall each be
entitled to provide such confidential information to their respective directors, officers,
members, managers, employees, agents, and contractors, consultants, representatives,
affiliates, contractors, financial institutions, underlying facility owners, potential
assignees (who are bound by a written agreement restricting use and disclosure of
confidential information) and representatives of affiliates, in each case whose access is
reasonably necessary. Each such recipient of confidential information shall be informed by
the party disclosing confidential information of its confidential nature, and shall be
directed to treat such information confidentially and shall agree to abide by these
provisions. In any event, each party shall be liable (with respect to the other party) for
any breach of this provision by any person to whom that party discloses confidential
information. The terms of this Agreement (but not its execution or existence) shall be
considered confidential information for purposes of this Article. Notwithstanding any
other provision herein, neither OPERATOR nor SPRINT shall be required to hold confidential
any information that: (a) becomes publicly available other than through the recipient; (b)
is required to be disclosed by a governmental, regulatory authority, or judicial order,
rule, or regulation or proceedings with respect to this Agreement or a party’s obligations
as a publicly held company (provided that, prior to any such disclosure, the other party
shall have been provided a reasonable opportunity to recommend steps to preserve the
confidential nature of the information, including seeking confidential treatment from the
Securities and Exchange Commission or, in the case of judicial or regulatory proceedings,
seeking a protective order therefore); (c) Is independently developed by the disclosing
party; (d) becomes available to the disclosing party without restriction from a third
party; or (e) is required by its lender and is given to such lender on a confidential
basis.
	 
	22.2	 	Survival. These obligations shall survive expiration or termination of this
Agreement for a period of two (2) years.
	 
	22.3	 	Trade Dress Usage. Neither party shall use the name, trade name, service mark, or
trademark of the other in any promotional or advertising material without the prior written
consent of the other.

Article XXIII: DEFAULT

	23.1	 	Right to Cure. Except as set forth elsewhere in this Agreement, where shorter cure
provisions are specified, a party shall not be in default under this Agreement unless and
until the other party provides it written notice of such default and the first party shall
have failed to cure the same within [***] after receipt of such notice; provided, however,
that where such default cannot reasonably be cured within such [***] period, if the first
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	 	 	the time for curing such default shall be extended for such period of time as may be
necessary to complete such curing. Operator shall promptly notify SPRINT within [***] of
its becoming aware of any default by it or any event which, through action, inaction or
mere lapse of time, shall mature into a default by it under any Underlying Rights
	 
	23.2	 	Remedies. If SPRINT fails to pay in full, when due, any Monthly License Fee or other
payment due hereunder, OPERATOR, after giving SPRINT [***] written notice, may terminate the
applicable SPRINT Service Order if such payment (together with applicable interest) is not
made within such [***]. The foregoing remedy is in addition to any other remedy that may be
available to OPERATOR under the Agreement, at law or in equity. If SPRINT fails to make any
uncontested payment when due [***] during a calendar year, or within [***] of receiving
written notice of such failure from OPERATOR; then, after the [***] time, OPERATOR may
terminate the Agreement immediately, disconnect the FORNet Hub Equipment, and SPRINT shall
have no further right to use the Network or the associated FORNet Fibers. In any such event,
SPRINT shall have [***] to remove all the FORNet Hub Equipment without damaging property of
OPERATOR or any other party. If SPRINT shall not have removed the FORNet Hub Equipment within
such [***], OPERATOR shall have the right, but not the obligation, to remove and store it.
SPRINT shall reimburse any costs or expenses incurred by OPERATOR in removing and storing the
FORNet Hub Equipment, within [***] after receipt of OPERATOR’s invoice.
	 
	23.3	 	Waiver of Default. Any event of default may be waived at the non-defaulting party’s
option. To be valid, any such waiver must be in writing, signed by the waiving party, and
specifically reference this Agreement and identify the default being waived. Upon the failure
of a party to timely cure any default after notice thereof from the other party and expiration
of the above cure periods, the non-defaulting party may, subject to the terms of Article XXV,
pursue any cumulative remedies it may have under applicable law or principles of equity
relating to such breach not otherwise limited by the terms of this Agreement.
	 
	23.4	 	Survival of Prior Obligations. Termination shall not affect any obligations or
liabilities arising under this Agreement prior to the effective date of such termination.

Article XXIV: FORCE MAJEURE

	24.1	 	Force Majeure. Neither OPERATOR nor SPRINT shall be in default under this Agreement
with respect to any delay in its performance (other than a failure to make payments when due)
caused by any of the following conditions and not the negligent acts or omissions of the party
claiming relief under this Article (each a “Force Majeure Event”): (a) act of God; (b) fire;
(c) flood; (d) material shortage or unavailability not resulting from the responsible party’s
failure to timely place orders or take other necessary actions therefore; (e) government acts,
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(g) labor strife, action or strike; or (h) any other cause beyond the reasonable control of
such party, including but not limited to utility pole hits. The party claiming relief
under this Article shall promptly notify the other in writing of the existence of the Force
Majeure Event relied on, the expected duration of the Force Majeure Event, and the
cessation or termination of the Force Majeure Event. The party claiming relief under this
Article shall exercise commercially reasonable efforts to minimize the time for any such
delay.

Article XXV: DISPUTE RESOLUTION

25.1 Each Party shall notify the other Party, in writing, of Dispute. A Dispute shall be
initiated, negotiated and resolved by an Authorized Representative of each Party. Each
party shall provide the other with the name of its Authorized Representative in writing
within ten (10) Business Days of the execution of this Agreement. In the event of a
Dispute, either Party may seek to resolve the Dispute by utilizing the procedures set forth
below.

25.2 The Authorized Representative of the disputing Party shall initiate negotiations by
notifying the other Party’s Authorized Representative of the details of the Dispute,
together with the relief sought. The Authorized Representative of the party receiving
notification of the Dispute shall respond within five (5) Business Days of receipt of
notification, setting forth his or her position and the recommended resolution of such
Dispute.

25.3 If the Dispute is not resolved through such negotiation within fifteen (15) Business
Days after initiation of the negotiation procedure, either Party may immediately request,
in writing, that the Dispute be submitted to a mutually agreeable advisor for mediation
under the Commercial Mediation Rules of the American Arbitration Association (“AAA”). The
Party requesting mediation shall suggest names of three (3) independent and impartial
mediators, and the other Party shall agree to, and select, one (1) of the mediators within
three (3) Business Days of a request for mediation. Neither Party shall unreasonably
withhold acceptance of a suitable mediator. The mediation shall last no longer than five
(5) Business Days, and shall be attended by the Authorized Representative of each Party.
The Parties shall share the mediator’s fee equally. If the Dispute has not been resolved
through mediation, then such mediation shall be terminated by a written declaration of the
mediator.

25.4 If the Dispute has not been resolved through mediation, then upon the earlier of
written declaration of the mediator that such Dispute has not been resolved or fifteen (15)
Business Days after submission of a request for a mediation, either Party may submit the
Dispute to binding arbitration, subject to the Commercial Arbitration Rules of the AAA then
currently in effect. The Party requesting arbitration shall provide to the other party
notice of the request for arbitration, and names of three (3) independent and impartial
arbitrators, and the other Party shall agree to, and select, one (1) of the arbitrators
within three (3) Business Days of a request for arbitration. Neither Party shall
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withhold acceptance of a suitable arbitrator. The arbitration shall be governed by the
Commercial Arbitration Rules of the AAA. The Parties stipulate and agree not to seek to
introduce into evidence, and not to compel the production of, documents prepared for, or
statements made in the course of settlement discussions including the confidential
mediation process, in any arbitration or subsequent litigation or administrative
proceeding; provided, however, that fully-initialed journal entries, and any written
modifications and dispute settlement agreements which have been fully signed by all
necessary parties, may be introduced into evidence. Any judgment upon the award rendered
by the arbitrator may be entered in any court having jurisdiction thereof. The arbitrator
shall not have authority to award punitive damages. The prevailing Party in any such
arbitration proceeding shall be entitled to reasonable attorneys’, consultants’ and/or
experts’ fees, costs and expenses, in addition to any other relief to which such prevailing
Party may be entitled in accordance with the terms of this Agreement.

25.5 So long as (a) the parties are working amicably to resolve a dispute as contemplated
in Sections 25.2 and 25.3 above, and (b) SPRINT is paying undisputed amounts and placing
disputed amounts into escrow as explained in the next sentence, OPERATOR shall not delay or
suspend any work, shall perform and carry on the portion of the undisputed work, and
maintain all reports in accordance with the requirements of this Agreement. SPRINT shall
(x) place any disputed amounts into escrow for distribution as determined based on the
outcome of the dispute resolution discussions, and (y) timely pay any amounts not in
dispute.

25.6 Notwithstanding the provisions of this Section 25, and without waiving any other
rights, remedies or courses of action available under this Agreement, at law, in equity, or
otherwise:

25.6.1 A Party which believes that it is entitled to indemnification or
contribution under the terms of this Agreement may, at the sole option of the
Party entitled to indemnification or contribution, seek relief in a court having
jurisdiction thereof through any allowable procedure.

25.6.2 Either Party may seek from any court of competent jurisdiction, any
interim or provisional relief that is necessary to protect the rights or property
of the Party, including without limitation injunctive relief, pending the
arbitrator’s final decision or other resolution of the Dispute.

25.6.3 [***].

25.6.4 If the Dispute involves a monetary claim equal to or greater than [***],
then either Party may elect not to pursue the dispute resolution procedures set
forth in this Section 25, and may instead pursue any other rights, remedies or
courses of action available under this Agreement.

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	26.1	 	Captions. The captions or headings in this Agreement are strictly for convenience
and shall not be considered in interpreting this Agreement or as amplifying or limiting any of
its content. Words in this Agreement that import the singular connotation shall be interpreted
as plural, and words that import the plural connotation shall be interpreted as singular, as
the identity of the parties or objects referred to may require.
	 
	26.2	 	Technical Meaning. Unless expressly defined herein, words having well-known
technical or trade meanings shall be so construed.
	 
	26.3	 	Relationship of Parties. The Parties agree and acknowledge that this Agreement shall
not constitute nor be deemed to create a partnership or joint venture and neither party is the
other’s agent, partner, employee or representative. The sole relationship intended to be
created by virtue of this Agreement is that of licensor, licensee or vendor-purchaser as
independent contractors.
	 
	26.4	 	Cumulative Remedies. Except as set forth to the contrary herein, any right or remedy
of OPERATOR or SPRINT shall be cumulative and without prejudice to any other right or remedy,
whether contained herein or not.
	 
	26.5	 	No Third Party Beneficiaries. Nothing in this Agreement, either express or implied,
is intended to provide any legal rights to anyone not an executing party of this Agreement
except under the indemnification and insurance provisions.
	 
	26.6	 	Ambiguity. The Parties hereto acknowledge and agree that this Agreement has been
negotiated by the Parties, has been the subject of careful review, and that each Party has
been given the opportunity to independently review this Agreement with legal counsel, and that
each party has the requisite experience and sophistication to understand, interpret and agree
to the particular language of the provisions hereof. Accordingly, in the event of an
ambiguity in or dispute regarding the interpretation of this Agreement, this Agreement shall
not be interpreted or construed against the Party preparing it. The language in all parts of
this Agreement shall in all cases be construed simply, as a whole and in accordance with its
fair meaning and not strictly for or against either Party.
	 
	26.7	 	Industry Standard Performance. Except as otherwise set forth herein, for the purpose
of this Agreement the normal standards of performance within the telecommunications industry
in the relevant market shall be the measure of whether a party’s performance is reasonable and
timely.
	 
	26.8	 	No General Waiver. The failure of either OPERATOR or SPRINT to enforce any of the
provisions of this Agreement, or the waiver thereof in any instance, shall not be construed as
a general waiver or relinquishment on its part of any such provision, but the same shall
nevertheless be and remain in full force and effect.
	 
	26.9	 	Conflict of Laws. This Agreement shall be construed and interpreted and the rights
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	 	 	Commonwealth of Virginia, without regard to its conflict of law principles that would fix
jurisdiction elsewhere.
	 
	26.10	 	Survivability. If any term, covenant or condition in this Agreement shall, to any
extent, be invalid or unenforceable in any respect under the laws governing this Agreement,
the remainder of this Agreement shall not be affected thereby, and each term, covenant or
condition of this Agreement shall be valid and enforceable to the fullest extent permitted by
law.
	 
	26.11	 	Brokerage Fees. OPERATOR and SPRINT represent and warrant to the other that no
broker was involved in connection with this transaction and each agrees to indemnify and hold
the other party harmless from and against the claims of any broker acting on behalf of the
indemnifying party in connection with this transaction.
	 
	26.12	 	 Attorneys Fees. If either party initiates legal proceedings to interpret or
enforce the terms or conditions of this Agreement or any FORNet License pursuant to the terms
of Section 25.6 above, the prevailing Party in any such proceeding shall be entitled to
reasonable attorneys’, consultants’ and/or experts’ fees, costs and expenses, in addition to
any other relief to which such prevailing Party may be entitled in accordance with the terms
of this Agreement.

Article XXVII: ASSIGNMENT

	27.1	 	SPRINT Assignment. SPRINT shall, upon the written consent of OPERATOR, and such
consent shall not be unreasonably withheld, conditioned or delayed, have the right to assign
this Agreement. Except as provided in this Article XXVII, SPRINT shall not assign this
Agreement to any other party without the prior written consent of OPERATOR.
	 
	27.2	 	OPERATOR Assignment. OPERATOR shall have the right to assign, or otherwise transfer
this Agreement, in whole or in part, upon the written consent of SPRINT, and such consent
shall not be unreasonably withheld, conditioned or delayed. OPERATOR shall have the right,
without SPRINT’s consent, to (a) subcontract any of its obligations hereunder, provided that
OPERATOR remains liable therefore; (b) assign or otherwise transfer this Agreement in whole or
in part as collateral to any lender to OPERATOR (or lender to any permitted transferee or
assignee of OPERATOR) subject to the prior rights and obligations of the parties hereunder;
and (c) assign or otherwise transfer this Agreement pursuant to Sections 27.3 and 27.4 hereof.
	 
	27.3	 	[***].
	 
	27.4	 	Permitted Assignments. Notwithstanding anything to the contrary contained herein,
including without limitation Sections 27.1, 27.2 and 27.3 above, either party may assign this
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(b) to any firm, corporation, or entity which the party controls, is controlled by, or is
under common control with; (c) any partnership in which it has a majority interest; or (d)
in connection with a Change in Control. The assigning party shall provide to the
non-assigning party, written notice setting forth the name and address of the assignee
under any such assignment.
	 
	27.5	 	Acquirer to be Bound. In the event of a Change in Control, or the transfer of any
Subject Network to one or more third party purchasers, during the Term of this Agreement, the
acquirer shall be bound by all the terms and conditions of this Agreement and each FORNet
License relating thereto, including, without limitation, the Network Service Level Agreement
set forth in Exhibit D hereto together with the rest and remainder of the remedies provisions
set forth in this Agreement for any defaults not cured within the applicable cure period.
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Article XXVIII: Environmental Laws

	28.1	 	Environmental Compliance by OPERATOR. OPERATOR represents that it will not bring to,
transport across, dispose of, introduce or use on the Hub, in violation of any law, any
substance, chemical or waste, oil or hazardous material that is or becomes regulated by any
local governmental authority, any State or the United States (collectively, “Hazardous
Substance”). In the event of a release on the Hub of any Hazardous Substance by OPERATOR,
OPERATOR agrees to comply with all applicable laws, rules and regulations. OPERATOR hereby
indemnifies SPRINT and holds SPRINT harmless from any and all costs (including reasonable
attorneys’ fees) and claims of liability or loss that arise out of the release on the Hub of
any Hazardous Substance by OPERATOR or third party licensee of OPERATOR. This Article XXVIII
shall survive termination of this Agreement.
	 
	28.2	 	Environmental Compliance by SPRINT. SPRINT represents that it will not bring to,
transport across, dispose of, introduce or use any Hazardous Substance on the Hub in violation
of any applicable law. In the event of a release on the Hub of any Hazardous Substance by
SPRINT or anyone acting on behalf of SPRINT, SPRINT agrees to comply with all applicable laws,
rules and regulations and agrees to notify OPERATOR immediately of the nature of such release.
SPRINT hereby indemnifies OPERATOR and holds OPERATOR harmless from any and all costs
(including reasonable attorneys’ fees) and claims of liability or loss that arise out of the
release on the Hub of any Hazardous Substance by SPRINT or anyone acting on behalf of SPRINT.
This Article XXVIII shall survive termination of this Agreement.
	 
	28.3	 	Environmental Law Covenant. Both Parties covenant and warrant that they will conduct
their respective operations so as to comport with all Environmental Laws. Environmental Laws
shall mean any and all laws, statutes, regulations, ordinances, rules, orders, decisions,
judgments, actions, guidelines, standards or policies, which are heretofore or hereafter
enacted, promulgated, issued, ordered or decreed by any federal, tribal, state or local
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	 	 	to the environment, health, or safety and all regulations, ordinances, rules, orders,
decisions, actions, guidelines or policies, enacted, promulgated, issued, ordered or
decreed thereto.
	 
	28.4	 	Environmental Indemnification. Each Party shall hold the other harmless and
indemnify the other from and assume all duties, responsibility and liability at its sole cost
and expense, for all duties, responsibilities, and liability (for payment of penalties,
sanctions, forfeitures, losses, costs, or damages) and for responding to any action, notice,
claim, order, summons, citation, directive, litigation, investigation or proceeding which is
in any way related to: a) its failure to comply with any environmental law, including without
limitation any regulations, guidelines, standards, or policies of any governmental authorities
regulating or imposing standards of liability or standards of conduct with regard to any
environmental concerns or conditions as may now or at any time hereafter be in effect, and b)
any environmental conditions arising out of or in any way related to the condition of the Hub
or activities conducted thereon, but only to the extent the environmental condition was caused
by the actions of the indemnifying Party or anyone acting on its behalf.
	 
	28.5	 	Compliance With Safety. The Parties shall, at their own expense, construct, maintain
and operate their equipment on the Hub in a safe condition. The Parties shall install,
maintain, operate and remove their equipment in accordance with the requirements and
specifications of the latest editions of the Manual of Construction Procedures (Blue Book),
Electric Company Standards, the National Electrical Code (NEC), the National Electrical Safety
Code (NESC) and rules, regulations and provisions of the Occupational Safety and Health Act
(OSHA), or any governing authority having jurisdiction over the subject matter, and as may be
amended from time to time. Where a difference in specifications exists, the more stringent
requirement shall apply.
	 
	28.6	 	Accident Prevention. SPRINT covenants and agrees that SPRINT, its agents,
representatives, employees, contractors and subcontractors shall take all necessary
precautions for their safety and the safety of OPERATOR, its agents, representatives,
employees, contractors and subcontractors and shall comply with all applicable provisions,
federal, state and municipal laws, regulations, ordinances, court orders and administrative
orders thereto to prevent accidents or injury to persons or property on, about or adjacent to
the Hub. SPRINT further agrees that, without limiting the foregoing provision, SPRINT its
agents, representatives, employees, contractors and subcontractors shall comply with the
National Electric Safety Code and OSHA requirements for work clearance for distribution and
transmission lines.

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	29.1	 	Casualty. In the event that a Hub, or any part thereof, or any part of the FORNet
Fibers are damaged by fire or other casualty not caused by SPRINT or anyone working on its
behalf, OPERATOR or the Hub landlord, as the case may be, shall have [***] from the date of
damage, if the damage is less than total destruction of the Hub or the FORNet Fibers, in which
to make repairs, and [***] from date of destruction, if the Hub or a substantial portion of
the Network is destroyed, in which to replace the destroyed portion (or such longer periods of
time as might be set forth in the underlying agreement with the Hub landlord), which period of
days shall be suspended during any period in which OPERATOR provides, at OPERATOR’s sole cost
and discretion, an alternative temporary means of transmitting and receiving SPRINT’s
frequencies that provides substantially similar service coverage as the affected FORNet
Fibers. [***].
	 
	29.2	 	Condemnation. If the whole of any Hub, Network or FORNet System or so much of the
Hub, Network or FORNet System as to render it functionally unusable, as determined by
OPERATOR, shall be taken under the power of eminent domain, the affected FORNet License shall
automatically terminate as of the date of transfer of title to the condemning authority.
OPERATOR shall be entitled to collect the entire condemnation award with respect to the Hub
and the Network or the interruption of OPERATOR’s business. SPRINT may, if permitted by law,
pursue a separate condemnation award with respect to the FORNet Systems and FORNet Equipment
or the interruption of SPRINT’s business. No temporary taking of the Hub, the Network or the
affected FORNet System or partial taking of the Hub, the Network or the affected FORNet System
that does not result in a partial or complete termination of SPRINT’s operations shall
terminate the affected FORNet License or give SPRINT any right to any abatement of any
payments owed to OPERATOR pursuant to this Agreement. The remedy set forth in this Section
29.2 shall be SPRINT’s sole and exclusive remedy in the event of a taking or condemnation of
any Hub, Network or FORNet System and neither party shall have any further liability to the
other with respect to such condemnation.

Article XXX: ENTIRE AGREEMENT; AMENDMENT; EXECUTION

	30.1	 	Integration. Except as set forth in any applicable FORNet License, this Agreement
constitutes the entire and final agreement and understanding between OPERATOR and SPRINT with
respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior agreements relating to the
subject matter hereof, which are of no further force or effect.
	 
	30.2	 	Exhibits. All Attachments and Exhibits referred to herein are integral parts hereof
and are made a part of this Agreement by reference.
	 
	30.3	 	Conflict With Exhibits. In the event of a conflict between the provisions of this
Agreement, any FORNet License and those of any Attachments or Exhibits, the provisions of this
Agreement shall prevail, with respect to legal terms and conditions, each FORNet License shall
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	 	 	such Attachments or Exhibits shall prevail with respect to technical specifications and
performance parameters.
	 
	30.4	 	Modification. This Agreement may only be modified or supplemented by an instrument
in writing executed by duly authorized representatives of OPERATOR and SPRINT.
	 
	30.5	 	Counterparts. This Agreement may be executed in one or more counterparts, all of
which taken together shall constitute one and the same instrument.
	 
	30.6	 	Facsimile Execution. This Agreement may be duly executed and delivered by a party by
execution and facsimile delivery of the signature page of a counterpart to the other party,
provided that, if delivery is made by facsimile, the executing party shall promptly deliver a
complete counterpart that it has executed to the other party.
	 
	30.7	 	Underlying Rights Assumption. To the extent permitted by the Underlying Rights, each
FORNet License runs with the Underlying Rights and is binding upon any successor owner of
OPERATOR’s Network, provided, however, SPRINT shall have no rights or claim to the Underlying
Rights or the FORNet Fibers beyond the continued provision of the Network Services during the
Term of this Agreement.

XXXI. DIVERSITY IN VENDOR CONTRACTING

	31.1	 	SPRINT is committed to equal employment and Contractor diversity. As part of this commitment,
it is the policy of SPRINT that small business concerns, veteran-owned small business
concerns, HUBZone small business concerns, women-owned small business concerns, small
disadvantaged business concerns (including 8(a) business concerns) and historically black
colleges and universities and minority institutions (“Diverse Contractors,” as further defined
in Section 9.6 below) shall have the maximum practicable opportunity to participate in
performance of contracting between SPRINT and its Contractors. Contractor agrees to carry out
this policy in the award of subcontracts (to the extent permitted hereunder) to Diverse
Contractors to the fullest extent consistent with efficient contract performance.
	 
	31.2	 	OPERATOR agrees to establish and conduct a program, which will enable Diverse Contractors to
be considered fairly as subcontractors and contractors under OPERATOR’s contracts with SPRINT.
In order to establish and conduct such a program, OPERATOR shall:

	 	31.3	 	Assist Diverse Contractors by arranging contracting opportunities,
quantities, specifications and delivery schedules so as to facilitate the
participation by such business concerns.
	 
	 	31.4	 	Provide adequate and timely consideration of the potentialities of Diverse
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	 	31.5	 	Designate a liaison manager who shall be responsible for interfacing with and
administering subcontracting opportunities for Diverse Contractors.
	 
	 	31.6	 	Counsel and discuss subcontracting opportunities with representatives of
Diverse Contractors.
	 
	 	31.7	 	Maintain records showing (i) procedures adopted by OPERATOR to comply with
the policy and procedures set forth in this Agreement, including the establishment of
a source list of Diverse Contractors; (ii) awards to Diverse Contractors on the source
list; and (iii) specific efforts to identify and award contracts to Diverse
Contractors.
	 
	 	31.8	 	Cooperate with SPRINT representatives in any studies and surveys of
OPERATOR’s Diverse Contractors procedures and practices that SPRINT may conduct
periodically.

	31.9	 	Each year of the Term, OPERATOR is required to use commercially reasonable efforts to spend a
minimum of [***] of the total of that year’s value of this Agreement with Diverse Contractors
during the Term. OPERATOR shall provide quarterly reports describing the subcontractors and
the total amount subcontracted to each pursuant to the terms of this Agreement throughout the
Term. SPRINT recognizes and agrees that the spending requirement referenced above may be
achieved by using subcontractors who do not perform work directly for SPRINT with respect to
this Agreement.
	 
	31.10	 	Within thirty (30) calendar days of the Effective Date, OPERATOR shall provide SPRINT with a
strategic plan outlining the methodology to be used by OPERATOR to meet its contractual
obligation to SPRINT regarding the use of Diverse Contractors. The plan must include
implementation of the OPERATOR’s diversity subcontracting strategy. OPERATOR shall prepare
and submit reports detailing OPERATOR’s actual performance of the policy and procedures of
this Agreement within fifteen (15) calendar days of the end of each quarter. Such reports
shall include the total amount of invoices expressed in dollars paid by SPRINT to OPERATOR for
products and services under this Agreement as well as the total amount expressed in dollars of
subcontracts between OPERATOR and any Diverse Contractors during that quarter. OPERATOR shall
submit such reports in a form prescribed by SPRINT.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF and in confirmation of their consent to the terms and conditions contained in
this Agreement and intending to be legally bound hereby, OPERATOR and SPRINT have executed this
Agreement as of the dates set forth below.

	 	 	 	 	 	 	 
	Date: August 31, 2006
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	 	By:
	 	/s/ Karen M. Holman
 

	 	 
	 
	 	 	 	 	 	 
	 

	 	Print Name:
	 	Karen M. Holman
 

	 	 

	 	 	 
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	 	Title:
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	Date: 8/16/2006	 	NEXTG NETWORKS, INC.	 	 
	 
	 	 	 	 	 	 
	 

	 	By:
	 	/s/ John Georges
 

	 	 
	 
	 	 	 	 	 	 
	 

	 	Print Name:
	 	John Georges
 

	 	 
	 
	 	 	 	 	 	 
	 

	 	Title:
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EXHIBIT A: FORNet LICENSE AGREEMENT

FORNet LICENSE AGREEMENT

     THIS FORNet License Agreement (the “Site Agreement”) is made as of the latter signature date
hereof (the “Execution Date”), pursuant to the FORNet Master Services Agreement (“FMSA”) by and
between NEXTEL OPERATIONS, a Delaware corporation, d/b/a SPRINT, (together with its successors,
permitted assigns and communications affiliates that may hereafter enter into a Site Agreement,
hereinafter collectively referred to as “SPRINT”) and NEXTG NETWORKS, INC. (hereinafter referred to
as “OPERATOR”) dated                     . Unless otherwise defined herein, capitalized terms shall
have the meaning set forth in the FMSA. The parties agree that except as otherwise set forth
herein, the terms and conditions of the FMSA shall govern the relationship of the parties under
this Site Agreement and that the FMSA is incorporated herein by reference. In the event of a
conflict or inconsistency between the terms of the FMSA and this FORNet License Agreement, the
terms of this Site Agreement shall govern and control.

	 	1.	 	SPRINT FORNet Name/Number:
	 
	 	2.	 	Operator Network Name/Number:
	 
	 	3.	 	Name of Licensor:
	 
	 	4.	 	Name of Licensee:
	 
	 	5.	 	Name of Utility Plant Owner(s):
	 
	 	6.	 	Date and Term of Underlying Rights Agreements (list each):
	 
	 	7.	 	Hub Address:
	 
	 	8.	 	Hub Latitude and Longitude:
	 
	 	9.	 	FORNet Remote Node Installations: See Exhibit A-3
	 
	 	9.	 	Centerline Antenna Height:
	 
	 	10.	 	Monthly License Fee:
	 
	 	11.	 	Acceptance Date (estimated or to be filled in upon Acceptance Date).
	 
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	 	13.	 	Renewal Terms: [***]
	 
	 	14.	 	Square Feet of Hub Space (if applicable):
	 
	 	15.	 	Licensor Contact for Emergencies:
	 
	 	16.	 	Licensee Contact for Emergencies:
	 
	 	17.	 	Licensor Address for Payment:
	 
	 	18.	 	SPRINT Address for Notice:

	 	 	 	 	 	 	 
	     19.

	 	Operator Address for Notice:
	 	 

	 	 
	 
	 	 	 	 

	 	 
	 

	 	 	 	 

	 	 
	 
	 	 	 	 

 	 	 
	 
	 

	 	 	 	 

	 	 
	 
	 	 	 	 	 	 
	 

	 	 	 	 

	 	 
	 
	 	 	 	 	 	 
	         

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	 	20.	 	Network Specific Provisions:
	 
	 	21.	 	Special Access Requirements:

	 	 	 
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     IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have set their hands as of the signature date set forth
below.

	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 
	 	 	Licensor:	 	 
	 
	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 
	 

	 	 	 	By:	 	 	 	 
	 

	 	 	 	Printed Name:
	 	 

	 	 
	 

	 	 	 	Title:
	 	 

	 	 
	 

	 	 	 	Signature Date:
	 	 

	 	 
	 

	 	 	 	 	 	 

	 	 
	 
	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 
	 	 	Licensee:	 	 
	 
	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 
	 

	 	 	 	By:	 	 	 	 
	 

	 	 	 	Printed Name:
	 	 

	 	 
	 

	 	 	 	Title:
	 	 

	 	 
	 

	 	 	 	Signature Date:
	 	 

	 	 
	 

	 	 	 	 	 	 

	 	 

	 	 	 
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ATTACHMENT A-1 

FORNet LICENSE AGREEMENT

FORNet HUB EQUIPMENT

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FORNet LICENSE AGREEMENT

NETWORK EQUIPMENT

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ATTACHMENT A-3 

FORNet LICENSE AGREEMENT

FORNet REMOTE NODE EQUIPMENT AND INSTALLATIONS

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FORNet LICENSE AGREEMENT

UNDERLYING RIGHTS

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EXHIBIT B: FORNet SYSTEM ACCEPTANCE CRITERIA AND TESTING PROCEDURES

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	Acceptance Date:

	 	 
	 	 
	 

	 	 

	 	 

	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 
	NEXTG NETWORKS

	 	 
	 	 
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	By:

	 	 
	 	 
	 	By:
	 	 	 	 
	Name:

	 	 

	 	 	 	Name:
	 	 

	 	 
	Title:

	 	 	 	 	 	Title:	 	 	 	 

	 	 	 	 	 
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FORNet LICENSE AGREEMENT

FORNet System Completion Notice

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C: NETWORK POLICIES AND PROCEDURES
[Superseded by current Network Policies and Procedures filed as Exhibit
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[***]

	 	 	 	 	 
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EXHIBIT E: INVOICING PROCEDURES

All invoices MUST contain the following information:

          [***]

Additional Invoice Instructions: 

In addition to the requirements listed above and those contained in the applicable Purchase Order,
please note the following instructions:

          [***]

Attached is a sample invoice for your reference. To avoid any potential payment delays and to
ensure compliance with these new requirements, please send sample invoices for review and approval
by your SPRINT Buyer. Additionally, in order to facilitate payment, SPRINT encourages payment via
direct deposit.

	 	 	 	 	 
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CONFIDENTIAL TREATMENT REQUESTED BY NEXTG NETWORKS, INC.

SAMPLE INVOICE

INVOICE DATE

INVOICE NUMBER

VENDOR NAME

VENDOR’S SPRINT ID #

VENDOR CONTACT

VENDOR CONTACT PHONE NUMBER

VENDOR ADDRESS

VENDOR REMIT TO ADDRESS

PAYMENT TERMS:

SPRINT

P.O. Box 10850

McLean, VA 22102

SPRINT PO NUMBER: 123456

	 	 	 	 	 	 	 
	PO LINE

	 	PO LINE
	 	TOTAL     

	NO.

	 	DESCRIPTION
	 	AMOUNT

	 
	 	 	 	 	 	 
	1.

	 	Site # - Site Name - Leasing
	 	$	3,000.00	 
	3.

	 	Site # - Site Name - Construction
	 	$	2,000.00	 

NOTE: These line descriptions should be identical to what is on the PO.

	 	 	 	 	 
	Sub-total Goods/Materials
	 	$	0,000.00	 
	Sub-total Services
	 	$	5000.00	 
	 
	VA Sales Tax
	 	$	000.00	 
	Freight/Shipment
	 	$	00.00	 
	 
	Invoice Total
	 	$	5,000.00	 

	 	 	 	 	 
	FORNet Master Services Agreement

	 	 	 	 
	SPRINT-NextG

	 	Confidential and Proprietary
	 	 

 

			
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