📶Upcoming AWS-3 License Auction Procedures by FCC
Auction of Advanced Wireless Services (AWS-3) Licenses; Comment Sought on Competitive Bidding Procedures for Auction 113
Summary
In this document, the Federal Communications Commission (Commission or FCC) announces an auction of 200 licenses in the 1695- 1710 MHz, 1755-1780 MHz, and 2155-2180 MHz bands (collectively, the "AWS-3" bands). The Office of Economics and Analytics (OEA), jointly with the Wireless Telecommunications Bureau (WTB), also seeks comment in this document on the procedures to be used for this auction, which is designated as Auction 113.
Agencies
- Federal Communications Commission
Business Impact
$$$ - High
The document outlines the upcoming auction of AWS-3 licenses, which directly affects telecommunications businesses seeking to acquire spectrum. It includes provisions for small business bidding credits, regulatory requirements, and compliance issues that all potential bidders must navigate. This implies potential economic opportunities and necessary compliance for businesses involved in wireless communications.