Your E-Rate Funding
with a Trusted
Technology Partner

Lockstep simplifies the process and delivers long-term value for Category 2 (including MIBS)!

Leveraging E-Rate with Lockstep Technology Group

With over a decade of experience, Lockstep Technology Group provides vendor-agnostic, scalable solutions designed for compliance, cybersecurity*, and long-term value.

Highlights

Lockstep delivers secure, scalable, and compliant technology solutions tailored for schools and libraries. Our E-Rate expertise ensures you receive future-proof designs and vendor-agnostic support that meet today’s needs and tomorrow’s challenges.

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Category 2 expertise

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MIBS-ready services

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Vendor-agnostic solutions

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Scalable, future-proof designs

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Cybersecurity* & infrastructure compliance

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Vendor-agnostic solutions

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Scalable, future-proof designs

Understanding MIBS

Lockstep helps districts leverage MIBS to elevate their networks, enhance security*, and reduce operational stress. In this overview, we decode the latest updates, share real-world success stories, and show how to build a MIBS strategy that pays off.

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Lockstep has helped districts across the country leverage MIBS to elevate their networks, and reduce operational stress. In this overview, we decode the latest updates, and show how to build a MIBS strategy that pays off.
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What qualifies under MIBS in FY2025

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How to plan for scalable, supportable networks

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The role of Lockstep’s managed services

Welcome to Lockstep Connect: Your Self-Service
Tech Hub

Lockstep Connect brings all your E-Rate project tools together in one place, giving you instant access to dashboards, tickets, billing, and more to streamline your workflow.

Feature Highlights

Dashboard

Real-time insights into your account

Tickets

Submit & track support
requests

Orders & Invoices

See all billing in one
place

Assets

Monitor and manage
your IT footprint

User Admin

Control access across
your team

Deep analytics & reporting tools

Helpful Links and Resources

Lockstep helps schools and libraries maximize their technology budgets through the federal E-Rate program, which provides discounts on internet access, networking equipment, and related services. Our team guides institutions through every step, from application to implementation, to ensure reliable, connected learning environments.

Explore essential E-Rate resources curated to help schools and libraries stay informed, compliant, and prepared throughout the funding cycle below

USAC E-Rate Home

Eligible Services List

Form 470 Filing Window Dates & Timeline

Blog

E-Rate Checklist

Let’s Talk About Your E-Rate Strategy
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