E-Rate Funding for KyberGate
KyberGate is an E-Rate eligible solution under the federal Universal Service Fund. Schools and libraries can use E-Rate Category 2 funding to offset the cost of KyberGate's web filtering, content security, and student safety tools.
Before You Begin
- Your school or district must be registered with USAC (Universal Service Administrative Company)
- You need an active E-Rate application (Form 470/471) or be preparing one
- Familiarize yourself with Category 2 budget guidelines for your funding year
KyberGate E-Rate Eligibility
KyberGate qualifies under E-Rate Category 2: Internal Connections as a content filtering and network security solution. Eligible components include:
- KyberFilter — AI-powered web content filtering
- KyberPulse — Student safety monitoring and alerts
- SSL/HTTPS inspection — Deep packet inspection for encrypted traffic
- Proxy infrastructure — Cloud-based filtering proxy service
KyberGate E-Rate Details
- SPIN Number: 143055219
- Service Provider: Kyber Systems LLC
- Service Type: Internet Content Filtering / Network Security
- Category: Category 2 — Internal Connections
- Available on: Form 470 Item 21 — Basic Maintenance of Internal Connections
How to Apply for E-Rate with KyberGate
Step 1: File Form 470
- Log in to the EPC Portal at https://forms.universalservice.org
- File a Form 470 for Category 2 services
- Include "Content Filtering" and "Network Security" in your service descriptions
- Post the form and wait the required 28-day competitive bidding period
Step 2: Request a Quote from KyberGate
- Contact KyberGate sales at sales@kybergate.com or through your dashboard
- Provide your Billed Entity Number (BEN), Form 470 number, and device count
- KyberGate will provide an E-Rate compliant quote referencing SPIN 143055219
Step 3: File Form 471
- After the 28-day window, file Form 471 in the EPC Portal
- Enter KyberGate's SPIN number: 143055219
- Attach the KyberGate quote as supporting documentation
- Submit for USAC review
Step 4: Receive Funding Decision
- USAC reviews your application (typically 3-6 months)
- Once approved, you receive a Funding Commitment Decision Letter (FCDL)
- Proceed with KyberGate deployment
- File Form 486 to confirm services have started
Tips
- File your Form 470 early in the E-Rate filing window (usually opens in January)
- KyberGate's per-device pricing model aligns well with Category 2 budgets
- Keep records of all quotes, contracts, and correspondence for USAC audits
- E-Rate discounts range from 20% to 90% based on your school's free/reduced lunch percentage
- Multi-year contracts (up to 3 years) can be filed on a single Form 471
Troubleshooting
- Can't find KyberGate in USAC search: Search by SPIN number 143055219 or company name "Kyber Systems LLC"
- Quote format questions: KyberGate provides E-Rate compliant quotes with all required fields (SPIN, service dates, per-unit pricing)
- Need CIPA compliance documentation: KyberGate includes a CIPA compliance letter upon request — contact support