Colorado Broadband Grants News

Aug 14, 2023

Digital equity means that everyone has access to the technology needed for full participation in our society, democracy, and economy. Colorado’s Digital Equity team opened the Colorado Digital Equity Survey to better understand and measure Coloradans’ internet experiences. Please take the survey and

Jul 19, 2023

We have extended the deadline to submit an Advance-CPF grant application to Friday, Sept. 22 at 11:59 p.m. to make sure that all applicants have adequate time to review data and prepare grant applications. Please direct any questions to Advance_CBO@state.co.us or check the Advance-CPF webpage.

Jul 18, 2023

Originally published June 12, 2023 The Colorado Broadband Office (CBO) is traveling around the state to both host our Summer Roadshow and to participate in the Infrastructure Investments and Jobs Act (IIJA) Summits held by the State of Colorado and there is still time to join us. We've added new

Jul 18, 2023

Originally published June 12, 2023 The Colorado Broadband Office (CBO) is traveling around the state to both host our Summer Roadshow and to participate in the Infrastructure Investments and Jobs Act (IIJA) Summits held by the State of Colorado and there is still time to join us. We've added new

Jul 17, 2023

A timeline and updated Policies and Guidance documents are now available for the Broadband Deployment Board’s (BDB) Summer 2023 Grant Cycle. The BDB will host the Sept. 12 and 13 “Public Comment Presentation/Initial Application” meetings in a hybrid format. You can join us in person at the Colorado

Jun 28, 2023

Multiple Carrier Neutral Locations (CNLs) across the state have been partially-funded by the Colorado Department of Local Affairs (DOLA). These sites, which are independent of any network provider, facilitate broadband deployment and create a redundant infrastructure. View the status (complete, in

Jun 21, 2023

The Colorado Broadband Office (CBO) opened our Advance Colorado Broadband - Capital Projects Fund grant program (Advance-CPF) on June 20. Through Advance-CPF, Colorado has $162 million to award for broadband infrastructure projects that will deliver high-speed broadband to homes and businesses

Jun 12, 2023

The Colorado Broadband Office (CBO) is traveling around the state to both host our Summer Roadshow and to participate in the Infrastructure Investments and Jobs Act (IIJA) Summits held by the State of Colorado. Anyone interested in the state's broadband expansion and improvement plans is invited to

Jun 12, 2023

We are establishing an Advance Colorado Consult Group to solicit input from key stakeholders on Advance Colorado Broadband grant programs. Our ideal advisory group comprises of industry associations, local governments, Tribal territories, other State agencies, NTIA, broadband consumers and other key

Jun 07, 2023

The Broadband Deployment Board has allocated 30% of the State High Cost Support Mechanism (HCSM) funds for critically unserved areas across the state of Colorado. Critically Unserved, as defined in HB 21-1109, means “A household or area that lacks access to at least one non-satellite provider of

Jun 07, 2023

The Colorado Broadband Office (CBO) is opening our Advance Colorado Broadband - Capital Projects Fund grant program (Advance-CPF) on June 20. To prepare, CBO and our vendor, Tilson, are hosting a webinar on Wednesday, June 14 at 1 p.m. We encourage potential applicants for Advance-CPF to attend

Jun 02, 2023

Help us to shape the state's Digital Equity Plan! Digital equity programs provide reliable internet, affordable devices and digital skills training to those most in need. We need your feedback to help close the digital divide in your community. Your participation will help us uncover: What programs

May 10, 2023

The Broadband Fund and Broadband Deployment Board (BDB) are pleased to invite you to attend an informational webinar for the Summer 2023 Grant Cycle on Monday, May 15 at 10:00 a.m. Registration for the webinar is no longer required, we apologize for the broken registration link and any confusion

May 10, 2023

The Broadband Fund and Broadband Deployment Board (BDB) are pleased to invite you to attend an informational webinar for the Summer 2023 Grant Cycle on Monday, May 15 at 10:00 a.m. Registration for the webinar is no longer required, we apologize for the broken registration link and any confusion

May 03, 2023

The CBO, along with several other co-sponsors, hosted the Internet for All: Colorado Broadband Summit on April 19 & 20 in Westminster, Colorado. The day-and-a-half event was a great success and featured updates on all things broadband. We would like to thank all those who attended, both in person

May 02, 2023

On May 1, the Governor signed SB23-183 (Local Government Provision of Communications Services) which eliminates a 2005 law that has jeopardized CBO's efforts to close the digital divide. This bill enables Colorado’s local governments to provide, or partner to provide, broadband internet service

May 01, 2023

The Broadband Fund and Broadband Deployment Board (BDB) are pleased to invite you to our Summer 2023 Grant Cycle webinar on Monday, May 15 at 10 a.m. In this webinar, we will discuss the BDB application process, available funds, the Board’s critically unserved policy and what to expect in the

Apr 25, 2023

On April 21, the Broadband Deployment Board (BDB) awarded $8,186,141.76 in High-Cost Support Mechanism Funds (HCSM), and $3,469,252.87 in Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (SLFRF) to 10 applicants for the Winter 2023 Grant Cycle. All final decisions were posted to our website on

Apr 04, 2023

Minimum Requirements Decisions As of March 31, the Board completed its review and issued Minimum Requirement Decisions for all of the applications for the Winter 2023 Grant Cycle. You can find all of the funding eligibility decisions on High Cost Support Mechanism (HCSM) and State & Local Fiscal

Apr 04, 2023

On Mar. 29, the CBO Data Team hosted the third webinar in our Broadband Data & Mapping Webinar series, focused on How to Use Our New Maps. In February, the CBO launched the brand new Broadband Mapping Hub (Hub), an easy-to-use, complete resource to assist in broadband planning, finding partnerships

Mar 29, 2023

Board Decisions Posted The Broadband Deployment Board (BDB) has published all of the decisions for the Presentation and Minimum Requirements Review meetings that took place on March 14, 15 and 22. Board decisions can be found on the Grant Awards page of our website. One application has yet to be

Mar 22, 2023

On March 15 and 21, the CBO hosted it's Advance Industry and Community Roundtable meetings. In order to maintain a regular cadence of communication with our partners, the CBO holds these Roundtable meetings bi-monthly. The slides and recordings from March's Industry and Community Roundtable

Feb 16, 2023

We are very excited to launch the Colorado Broadband Office Mapping Hub (Hub)! The Hub is now available at broadbandhub.colorado.gov and is an easy-to-use resource for the public, internet service providers (ISPs), schools, communities and businesses around Colorado for their broadband education and

Feb 13, 2023

The 2023 Colorado Broadband Data Collection opens tomorrow, Feb. 14 and runs through March 10, 2023. We collect broadband availability data following the FCC data specifications. To learn more about data requirements and format, please visit our How to Submit Data web page. Important Dates Feb. 14

Feb 03, 2023

A timeline is now available for the Broadband Deployment Board’s (BDB) 2023 Winter & Summer Grant Cycles. After spending the past few months collecting and incorporating stakeholder input and recommendations on process improvements, the BDB has officially kicked off the 2023 Grant year with updated

Jan 26, 2023

We are excited to announce the Broadband Ready Community Program. This program will create an opportunity for communities in Colorado to become “broadband ready” ahead of upcoming historic federal funding disbursement. Through the past year of stakeholder engagement, we have gathered that local

Jan 26, 2023

We are excited to announce the Broadband Ready Community Program. This program will create an opportunity for communities in Colorado to become “broadband ready” ahead of upcoming historic federal funding disbursement. Through the past year of stakeholder engagement, we have gathered that local

Jan 17, 2023

The Winter 2023 Grant Cycle Applications were due on January 15. The comment period was scheduled to begin on January 16, however we experienced technical issues that prevented us from publishing all applications for the opening of the comment period. All applications are now posted to our website

Jan 17, 2023

The Winter 2023 Grant Cycle Applications were due on January 15. The comment period was scheduled to begin on January 16, however we experienced technical issues that prevented us from publishing all applications for the opening of the comment period. All applications are now posted to our website

Dec 09, 2022

New Board Policies, Forms, and Guidance Document Versions of the Guidance Document, BDB policies and relevant forms for use can be found on our website. Updated on December 8: Guidance Document RoFR Policy RoFR Form Conflict of Interest Policy Appeal Policy Appeal Form Award Policy BDB Response

Dec 09, 2022

New Board Policies, Forms, and Guidance Document Versions of the Guidance Document, BDB policies and relevant forms for use can be found on our website. Updated on December 8: Guidance Document RoFR Policy RoFR Form Conflict of Interest Policy Appeal Policy Appeal Form Award Policy BDB Response

Dec 08, 2022

On Dec. 7, the CBO Data Team hosted the second webinar in our Broadband Data & Mapping Webinar series, focused on understanding the FCC Map & challenge processes. We discussed: Overview of the FCC Map & Data How to use the map How to use the data Overview of Challenges Types of challenges How to

Dec 08, 2022

The CBO has decided not to publish the dataset from our Fall 2022 Data Collection. We typically publish the biannual dataset in October, however due to our team’s focus on a number of other projects we have not been able to dedicate the time necessary to process and quality control the data. We

Dec 08, 2022

The CBO has decided not to publish the dataset from our Fall 2022 Data Collection. We typically publish the biannual dataset in October, however due to our team’s focus on a number of other projects we have not been able to dedicate the time necessary to process and quality control the data. We

Dec 07, 2022

Conclusion of the Winter 2022 Grant Cycle The BDB would like to thank everyone who participated in the Winter 2022 Grant Cycle. The final Board decision was published last week and can be found on the Grant Awards page of our website, in the Winter 2022 Appeals Box. The BDB staff are diligently

Nov 29, 2022

Conclusion of the Winter 2022 Grant Cycle The BDB would like to thank everyone who participated in the Winter 2022 Grant Cycle. The final Board decision was published today and can be found on the Grant Awards page of our website, in the Winter 2022 Appeals Box. Schedule of Upcoming BDB Meetings

Nov 29, 2022

Conclusion of the Winter 2022 Grant Cycle The BDB would like to thank everyone who participated in the Winter 2022 Grant Cycle. The final Board decision was published today and can be found on the Grant Awards page of our website, in the Winter 2022 Appeals Box. Schedule of Upcoming BDB Meetings

Nov 23, 2022

On November 18, 2022, the FCC announced the publication of the new National Broadband Map. The map displays location-level information on fixed and mobile broadband availability data submitted by internet service providers through the FCC’s Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Unlike previous FCC

Nov 23, 2022

On November 18, 2022, the FCC announced the publication of the new National Broadband Map. The map displays location-level information on fixed and mobile broadband availability data submitted by internet service providers through the FCC’s Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Unlike previous FCC

Nov 21, 2022

On November 15 and 16, the CBO hosted it's Advance Industry and Community Roundtable meetings. In order to establish a regular cadence of communication with our partners, the CBO will hold these Roundtable meetings bi-monthly. The slides and recordings from November's Industry and Community

Nov 21, 2022

Schedule of Upcoming BDB Meetings The BDB would like to thank everyone who participated in our stakeholder and subcommittee meetings this month. Staff and Counsel are in the process of incorporating suggestions resulting from these meetings into working documents. DRAFT versions of the Guidance

Nov 21, 2022

Schedule of Upcoming BDB Meetings The BDB would like to thank everyone who participated in our stakeholder and subcommittee meetings this month. Staff and Counsel are in the process of incorporating suggestions resulting from these meetings into working documents. DRAFT versions of the Guidance

Nov 14, 2022

Schedule of Upcoming BDB Meetings This week’s stakeholder meetings will provide an opportunity to share thoughts on BDB Draft Policies, Guidance Documents or anything else regarding the BDB and the grant review process. During the upcoming subcommittee meetings, we will be asking stakeholders for

Nov 07, 2022

For the remainder of the year, the Broadband Deployment Board (BDB) will be sending out weekly updates on our activities and events to keep stakeholders informed. Schedule of Upcoming Meetings During the upcoming subcommittee meetings, we will be asking stakeholders for their input on how to

Oct 27, 2022

The Broadband Deployment Board (BDB) would like to remind stakeholders about a number of upcoming events. During the upcoming subcommittee meetings, we will be looking to stakeholders for their input on how to prioritize proposed process improvements. These meetings will also address some of the

Oct 19, 2022

As the CBO prepares to deploy $500-700 million in broadband grant funding, we recognize that many of the communities in need of broadband service may not have the capacity to develop and manage a broadband project or plan. With that in mind, we have developed a Community Broadband Needs Survey to

Oct 11, 2022

The CBO is pleased to announce the release of the Colorado Broadband Roadmap (Roadmap). The Roadmap was developed in coordination with the Colorado Digital Strategic Plan and lays out the state's five-year plan for investing millions of federal broadband funding to expand fast, reliable and

Sep 27, 2022

The Broadband Deployment Board (BDB) is excited to share the timeline of events for the remainder of 2022, including the completion of the Appeals and Right of First Refusal process for the Winter 2022 Grant Cycle, as well as a number of meetings and engagement opportunities. Please be advised that

Sep 21, 2022

On Sept. 19, the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) announced updates to their Federal Funding webpage which acts as a "one-stop shop" for applicants seeking federal funding. The CBO would like to share this valuable resource with our stakeholders as it details over 80

Sep 21, 2022

On September 20 and 21, the CBO hosted it's first round of Advance Industry and Community Roundtable meetings. In order to establish a regular cadence of communication with our partners, the CBO will hold these Roundtable meetings bi-monthly. The slides and recordings from the first Industry and

Sep 16, 2022

Winter 2022 Grant Cycle Appeals Hearing On Aug. 25, the Broadband Deployment Board (BDB) completed its application review for the Winter 2022 Grant Cycle. BDB decisions regarding applicant's ability to meet the Minimum Requirements for both the High-Cost Support Mechanism (HCSM) Funding and American

Sep 16, 2022

On September 15, the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment (CDLE), along with the CBO, hosted a webinar to discuss the Digital Equity (DE) Planning Grant and Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP). We reviewed what to expect from the DE planning process, the program timeline and our proposed

Sep 15, 2022

On September 14 & 15, the CBO hosted webinars to discuss learnings and best practices surrounding the 87 Letters Of Intent (LOIs) our team received for broadband projects across the state. Presentation slides and recording can be found below. Learn more about LOIs and the Advance Colorado Broadband

Sep 07, 2022

Broadband Deployment Board decisions from the Winter 2022 Grant cycle were posted on our website on Aug. 31, 2022, officially starting the countdown for the appeals process. The Appeals & Right of First Refusal (RoFR) submissions deadline has been extended from Sept. 5 to Saturday, Sept. 10, at 11

Jul 26, 2022

Winter 2022 Grant Cycle Dates The Broadband Deployment Board (BDB) is working to conclude the Winter 2022 Grant Cycle Application Review process. The final BDB Application Review Meeting has been rescheduled for Wednesday, Aug. 10 at 9 a.m. Join the meeting using this link. Summer 2022 Grant Cycle

Jul 18, 2022

On July 13, the CBO Data Team hosted the first webinar in our Broadband Data & Mapping Webinar series, focused on Broadband Data Collection. We walked through our process to collect broadband availability data from ISPs, including: The data collection timeline, How ISPs can prepare and submit data

Jul 14, 2022

The Colorado Broadband Office (CBO) within the Governor’s Office of Information Technology (OIT) has launched a new grant program to support broadband expansion and modernization throughout the state. Advance Colorado Broadband will deploy more than $500 million from various federal programs to

Jul 08, 2022

The Broadband Deployment Board (BDB) has released the updated timelines for the Winter and Summer 2022 Grant Cycles. Thank you for your patience as we finalize our schedule. The application review for the Winter 2022 Grant Cycle will continue on July 12: Application Review Meeting, Part 2: Tues

Jun 27, 2022

The Broadband Deployment Board (BDB) would like to announce new dates for the Winter 2022 Grant Cycle Application Review Meetings. Thank you for your patience as we finalize our schedule. Application Review began on June 14 and 15, however the BDB was unable to complete the review at that time. The

Jun 17, 2022

As stated in HB22-1306, signed on June 2 by Governor Polis, the Broadband Deployment Board (BDB): “...shall review each denied application received between July 1, 2021, and the effective date of this subsection (9.5)(e)(ii), in which grant money was sought pursuant to this subsection (9.5) but the

Jun 16, 2022

Earlier this year, Governor Polis and state lawmakers charged the Governor's Office of Information Technology (OIT) and the Colorado Broadband Office (CBO) with crafting a strategic plan to speed up the fair, reliable, and user-friendly delivery of digital and broadband services to residents

Jun 13, 2022

On June 2, Governor Polis signed an Executive Order restating and amending the Executive Order on Accelerating Broadband Deployment in Colorado, creating a single streamlined directive concerning broadband access in Colorado. The Governor’s Executive Order rescinds Executive Order B 2020 009 and

Jun 09, 2022

DOLA is pleased to announce the award of four grants in their Broadband Program funded by the Energy Mineral Impact Fund in March 2022: Region 10/Hinsdale County/Lake City: $300,000 The funding will enable Region 10 to fund a 20-year irrevocable right of use (IRU) from Mammoth Networks. The project

Jun 08, 2022

On June 2, Governor Polis signed HB22-1306, which “updates the requirements for awarding grant money pursuant to the act to require that applications comply with finalized federal regulations regarding use of money under the [American Rescue Plan Act of 2021]”. The Bill: Reduces the notice and

Jun 08, 2022

The Broadband Fund would like to announce the new dates for the Winter and Summer 2022 Grant Cycles. Due to additional delays in the Winter 2022 Grant Cycle, the Summer 2022 Grant Cycle dates have been pushed back. The Summer 2022 Grant Cycle Introduction Webinar will take place on July 5, and

Jun 01, 2022

Previously, the Broadband Deployment Board (BDB) identified geographic regions to be included in the RFP process, as required by HB21-1109. The Broadband Data Team has developed updated maps of each region. Please click the links below to view maps of each identified critically unserved area

Jun 01, 2022

Unfortunately, the Broadband Deployment Board's application review meetings scheduled for June 1 and June 2 will be postponed due to board member availability. Once future dates are determined, the Broadband Fund staff will publish them and build out a revised timeline for both the Winter 2022 Grant

Apr 01, 2022

The CBO has posted a Request For Proposals (RFP) for Grant Services Program consulting and development for the Colorado Broadband Office Capital Project Funds (CPF) Grant Program. The RFP was published April 1 and closes May 2 at 2 p.m. MDT.

Mar 23, 2022

On March 22, the Broadband Deployment Board decided to postpone the application review meetings for the Winter 2022 grant cycle originally scheduled for March 29 and 31.

Mar 16, 2022

The Universal Service Administration Company (USAC) is hosting training webinars for service providers to learn about the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP): 

Mar 07, 2022

On Mar. 3 the CBO held an Executive Order Discussion to discuss the details of Executive Order D 2022 009. The discussion focused on the elements of the Broadband Strategic Plan, including the roadmap, the process for soliciting feedback and engaging industry and community leaders, and strategies to address digital connectivity across the state. 

Feb 23, 2022

Learn how Roaring Fork Valley partners continue to expand broadband services throughout their region by leveraging existing fiber optic, radio communications and data center resources.

Feb 18, 2022

On Feb. 17, Governor Polis signed an Executive Order directing the Colorado Broadband Office (CBO) to develop a Broadband Strategic Plan to connect 99% of Colorado households to high-speed broadband by 2027. 

Jan 27, 2022

Learn how Motorola Solutions Nitro focuses on offering broadband connectivity to underserved communities by

Jan 24, 2022

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Jan 21, 2022

On Jan. 21, the CBO held a Broadband Stakeholder Update meeting to provide updates on the Federal Broadband dollars and legislation, as well as the state's efforts to support these funds. The recording and slides from this meeting are now available. 

Dec 21, 2021

Applications for the Winter 2022 Grant Cycle are due on or before Jan. 15, 2022 by 11:59 p.m. MST. The Broadband Fund held its Winter 2022 Grant Cycle Webinar on Nov. 15, during which grant cycle preparation and the application process were discussed.

Dec 20, 2021

On Thursday, Dec. 16, the Governor’s Office of Information Technology (OIT) appointed Brandy Reitter as Executive Director to lead the Colorado Broadband Office (CBO) in the midst of historic funding opportunities that have the potential to bring reliable broadband to every community across the state. OIT Deputy Executive Director Julia Richman will continue to lead the CBO until Reitter joins the state in February 2022.