To help Americans in underserved communities gain access to high-speed internet, the U.S. Government created the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) Program. Administrated by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), the program expands access through a $42 billion federal grant in funding, prioritizing high-speed internet infrastructure build-out, deployment, and adoption for the underserved.
To apply for the BEAD Program, you must provide a Build America, Buy America (BABA) compliance letter from your manufacturers.
Cisco announced on October 28, 2024, that we met the BABA requirements for companies that must self-certify domestic production for certain products. We also offer products exempt from domestic manufacturing mandates.
Learn more about our BABA certification here. To obtain a compliance letter, please contact us.
Cisco's purpose is to power an inclusive future for all. We are committed to ensuring that our customers are aligned with BEAD objectives and equipped to meet the program's compliance requirements. We look forward to working with you so that all communities can access critical digital resources and opportunities that span, education, career, and telehealth, as well as maintaining closer connections with family and friends.
Leverage Cisco's Agile Services Networking architecture and an array of BEAD- and BABA-compliant networking solutions to build out your network evolution. Explore each solution below.
