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DSLnet's deployment of additional Advanced Services shall be subject to the
applicable FCC Rules.
4.7 DSLnet may only access the high frequency portion of a Loop in a Line Sharing
arrangementthrough an established Collocation arrangement at the Verizon
Serving Wire Center that contains the End Office Switch through which voice
grade service is provided to Verizon's Customer.DSLnet is responsible for
providing,through one of the splitter options described below,a splitter at that
Wire Centerthat complies with ANSI specification T1.413,employs Direct
Current (DC)blocking capacitors or equivalent technology to assist in isolating
high bandwidth trouble resolution and maintenanceto the high frequency portion
of the frequency spectrum,and operates so that the analog voice "dial tone"
stays active when the splitter card is removed for testing or maintenance.
DSLnet is also responsiblefor providing its own Digital Subscriber Line Access
Multiplexer (DSLAM)equipment in the Collocation arrangement and any
necessaryCustomer Provided Equipment (CPE)for the xDSL service it intends
to provide (including CPE splitters,filters and/or other equipment necessaryfor
the end user to receiveseparate voice and data services across the shared
Loop).
Two splitter configurations are available.In both configurations,the splitter must
be provided by DSLnet and must satisfy the same NEBS requirements that
Verizon imposes on its own splitter equipment or the splitter equipment of any
Verizon Affiliate.DSLnet must designate which splitter option it is choosing on
the Collocation application or augment.Regardless of the option selected,the
splitter arrangements must be installed before DSLnet submits an order for Line
Sharing.
Splitter Option A (Splitter Option 1):Splitter in DSLnet
Collocation Area
In this configuration,the DSLnet-provided splitter (ANSI T1.413 or MVL
compliant)is provided,installed and maintained by DSLnet in its own Collocation
space within the Customer's serving End Office.The Verizon-provided dial tone
is routed through the splitter in the DSLnet Collocation area.Any
rearrangements will be the responsibility of DSLnet.
Splitter Option C (SplitterOption 2):Splitter in Verizon Area
In this configuration,Verizon inventories and maintains a DSLnet-provided
splitter (ANSI T1.413 or MVL compliant)in Verizon space within the Customer's
serving End Office.The splitters will be installed shelf-at-a-time.
In those serving End Offices where Verizon employs the use of a POT Bay for
interconnection of DSLnet's Collocation arrangement with Verizon's network,the
splitter will be installed (mounted)in a relay rack between the POT Bay and the
MDF.The demarcation point is at the splitter end of the cable connecting the
POT Bay and the splitter.Installation of the splitter will be performed by Verizon
or,at DSLnet's election,by a Verizon-approved vendor designated by DSLnet.
In those serving End Offices where Verizon does not employ a POT Bay for
interconnection of DSLnet's Collocation arrangement with Verizon's network,the
DSLnet provided splitter will be installed (mounted)in a relay rack between the
DSLnet Collocation arrangement and the MDF.The demarcation point is at the
splitter end of the cable connecting the DSLnet Collocation arrangement and the
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splitter.Installation of the splitter will be performed by Verizon,or,at DSLnet's
election,by a Verizon-approvedvendor designated by DSLnet.
In either scenario,Verizon will control the splitter and will direct any required
activity.Where a POT Bay is employed,Verizon will also perform all POT Bay
work required in this configuration.Verizon will provide a splitter inventoryto
DSLnet upon completion of the required work.
4.7.1 Where a new splitter is to be installed as part of an initial Collocation
implementation,the splitter installation may be ordered as part of the
initial Collocation application.Associated Collocation charges
(application and engineeringfees)apply.DSLnet must submit a new
Collocation application,with the application fee,to Verizon detailing its
request.Except as otherwise required by Applicable Law,standard
Collocation intervals will apply.
4.7.2 Where a new splitter is to be installed as part of an existing Collocation
arrangement,or where the existing Collocation arrangement is to be
augmented (e.g.,with additional terminations at the POT Bay or
DSLnet's collocation arrangement to support Line Sharing),the splitter
installation or augment may be ordered via an application for
Collocation augment.Associated Collocation charges (applicationand
engineeringfees)apply.DSLnet must submit the application for
Collocation augment,with the application fee,to Verizon.Unless a
longer interval is stated in Verizon's applicable Tariff,an interval of
seventy-six (76)Business Days shall apply.
4.8 DSLnet will have the following options for testing shared Loops:
4.8.1 In serving End Offices where Verizon employs a POT Bay for
interconnection of DSLnet Collocation arrangement with Verizon's
network,the following options shall be available to DSLnet.
4.8.1.1 Under Splitter Option A,DSLnet may conduct its own
physical tests of the shared Loop from DSLnet's collocation
area.If it chooses to do so,DSLnet may supply and install
a test head to facilitate such physical tests,providedthat:
(a)the test head satisfies the same NEBS requirementsthat
Verizon imposes on its own test head equipment or the test
head equipment of any Verizon Affiliate;and (b)the test
head does not interrupt the voice circuit to any greater
degree than a conventional MLT test.Specifically,the
DSLnet-providedtest equipment may not interruptan in-in-
progressvoice connection and must automatically restore
any circuits tested in intervals comparableto MLT.This
optional DSLnet-providedtest head will be installed in
DSLnet's Collocaton area between the "line"port of the
splitter and the POT Bay in order to conduct remote
physical tests of the shared Loop.
4.8.1.2 Under Splitter Option C,upon request by DSLnet,either
Verizon or,at DSLnet's election,a Verizon-approved vendor
selected by DSLnetwill install a DSLnet-providedtest head
to enable DSLnet to conduct remote physical tests of the
shared Loop.This optional DSLnet-providedtest head will
be installed at a point between the "line"port of the splitter
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and the Verizon-provided test head that is used by Verizon
to conduct its own Loop testing.The DSLnet-provided test
head must satisfy the same NEBS requirements that
Verizon imposes on its own test head equipment or the test
head equipment of any Verizon Affiliate,and may not
interruptthe voice circuit to any greater degree than a
conventional MLT test.Specifically,the DSLnet-provided
test equipment may not interruptan in-progressvoice
connection and must automaticallyrestore any circuits
tested in intervals comparable to MLT.Verizon will
inventory,control and maintain the DSLnet-providedtest
head,and will direct all requiredactivity.
4.8.1.3 Under either Splitter Option,if Verizon has installed its own
test head,Verizon will conduct tests of the shared Loop
using a Verizon-provided test head,and,upon request,will
provide these test results to DSLnet during normal trouble
isolation procedures in accordance with reasonable
procedures.
4.8.1.4 Under either Splitter Option,upon request by DSLnet,
Verizon will make MLT access available to DSLnet via
RETAS after the service order has been completed.
DSLnet will utilize the circuit number to initiate a test.
4.8.2 In those serving End Offices where Verizon has not employed a POT
Bay for interconnection of DSLnet's Collocationarrangement with
Verizon's network,DSLnetwill not be permitted to supply its own test
head.Instead,Verizon will make a testing system available to DSLnet
through use of the on-line computer interfacetest system at
www.verizon.com/wise.
4.8.3 The Parties will continue to work cooperatively.ontesting procedures.
To this end,in situations where DSLnet has attempted to use one or
more of the foregoing testing options but is still unable to resolve the
error or trouble on the shared Loop,Verizon and DSLnet will each
dispatch a technician to an agreed-upon point to conduct a joint meet
test to identify and resolve the error or trouble.Verizon may assess a
charge for a misdirected dispatch only if the error or trouble is
determined to be one that DSLnet should reasonably have been able
to isolate and diagnose through one of the testing options available to
DSLnet above.The Parties will mutually agree upon the specific
procedures for conducting joint meet tests.
4.8.4 Verizon and DSLnet each have a responsibilityto educate the Customer
regarding which service provider should be called for problems with
their respective service offerings.Verizon will retain primary
responsibility for voice band trouble tickets,including repairing analog
voice grade services and the physical line between the NID at the
Customer premise and the point of demarcation in the Central Office.
DSLnet will be responsiblefor repairingservices it offers over the Line
Sharing arrangement.Each Party will be responsiblefor maintaining
its own equipment.If a splitter or test head that DSLnet has provided
to Verizon malfunctions,DSLnet shall provide a replacement splitter or
test head to Verizon.Before either Party initiates any activity on a
shared Loop that may cause a disruption of the service of the other
Party,that Party shall brst make a good faith effort to notify the other
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Party of the possibility of a service disruption.Verizon and DSLnetwill
work together to address Customer initiated repair requests and to
prevent adverse impacts to the Customer.
4.8.5 When Verizon provides Inside Wire maintenanceservicesto the
Customer,Verizon will only be responsiblefor testing and repairingthe
Inside Wire for voice-grade services.Verizon will not test,dispatch a
technician,repair,or upgrade inside Wire to clear trouble calls
associated with DSLnet's Advanced Services.Verizon will not repair
any CPE provided by DSLnet.Before a trouble ticket is issued to
Verizon,DSLnetshall validate whether the Customer is experiencinga
trouble that arises from DSLnet's service.If the problem reported is
isolated to the analog voice-grade service provided by Verizon,a
trouble ticket may be issued to Verizon.
4.8.6 In the case of a trouble reported by the Customer on its voice-grade
service,if Verizon determines the reported trouble arises from
DSLnet's equipment,splitter problems,or DSLnet's activities,Verizon
will:
4.8.6.1 Notify DSLnet and request that DSLnet immediatelytest the
trouble on DSLnet's service.
4.8.6.2 If the Customer's voice grade service is so degraded that
the Customer cannot originate or receivevoice grade calls,
and DSLnet has not cleared its trouble within a reasonable
time frame,Verizon may take unilateral steps to temporarily
restore the Customer's voice grade service if Verizon
determines in good faith that the cause of the voice
interruption is DSLnet's service.
4.8.6.3 Upon completion of the steps in 4.8.6.1 and 4.8.6.2,above,
Verizon may temporarily remove the DSLnet-provided
splitter from the Customer's Loop and switch port if Verizon
determines in good faith that the cause of the voice
interruption is DSLnet's service.
4.8.6.4 Upon notificationfrom DSLnetthat the malfunction in
DSLnet's service has been cleared,Verizon will restore
DSLnet's service by restoring the splitter on the Customers
Loop.
4.8.6.5 Upon completion of the above steps,DSLnet will be
charged a Trouble IsolationCharge (TIC)to recover
Verizon's costs of isolating and temporarily removing the
malfunctioning DSLnet service from the Customer's line if
the cause of the voice interruption was DSLnet's service.
4.8.6.6 Verizon shall not be liable to DSLnet,the Customer,or any
other person,for damages of any kind for disruptionsto
DSLnet's service that are the result of the above steps
taken in good faith to restore the end user's voice-grade
POTS service,and DSLnet shall indemnifyVerizon from
any Claims that result from such steps.
5.Line Splitting
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CLECs may provide integrated voice and data services over the same Loop by engaging
in "Line Splitting"as set forth in paragraph 18 of the FCC's Line Sharing Reconsideration
Order (CC Docket Nos.98-147,96-98),releasedJanuary 19,2001.Any Line Splitting
betweentwo CLECs shall be accomplished by prior negotiated arrangement between
those CLECs.To achieve a Line Splitting capability,CLECs may utilize supporting
Verizon OSS to order and combine in a Line Splitting configuration an unbundledxDSL
capable Loop terminated to a collocated splitter and DSLAM equipment provided by a
participatingCLEC,unbundled switching combined with shared transport,collocator-to-
collocator connections,and available cross-connects,under the terms and conditions set
forth in their interconnection Agreement(s).The participating CLECs shall provide any
splitters used in a Line Splitting configuration.CLECs seeking to migrateexisting UNE
platform configurations to a Line Splitting configuration using the same Network Elements
utilized in the pre-existing platform arrangement,or seeking to migrate a Line Sharing
arrangement to a Line Splitting configuration using the existing Loop,a Verizon Local
Switching Network Element,and the existing central office wiring configuration,may do
so consistent with such implementation schedules,terms,conditionsand guidelinesas
are agreed upon for such migrations in the ongoing DSL Collaborative in the State of
New York,NY PSC Case 00-C-0127,allowing for local jurisdictional and OSS
differences.
6.Sub-Loop
6.1 Sub-Loop -Distribution (USLA).
Subject to the conditions set forth in Section i and upon request by DSLnet,
Verizon shall provide DSLnet with access to a Sub-Loop Distribution Facility (as
such term is hereinafter defined)in accordance with,and subject to,the terms
and provisions of this Section 6,the rates set forth in the Pricing Attachment,and
the rates,terms and conditions set forth in Verizon's applicable Tariffs.A
"Distribution Sub-Loop"means a two-wire or four-wire metallic distribution facility
in Verizon's network between a Verizon feeder distribution interface (an FDI)and
the rate demarcation point for such facility (or network interface device (NID)if
the NID is located at such rate demarcation point).Verizon shall provide DSLnet
with access to a Sub-Loop Distribution Facility in accordance with,but only to the
extent required by,Applicable Law.
6.1.1 DSLnet may request that Verizon reactivate (if available)an unused drop
and NID or provide DSLnet with access to a drop and NID that,at the
time of DSLnet's request,Verizon is using to provide service to the
Customer (as such term is hereinafter defined.
6.1.2 DSLnet may obtain access to a Sub-Loop Distribution Facility only at an
FDI and only from a Telecommunications outside plant interconnection
cabinet (TOPIC)or,if DSLnet is collocated at a remote terminal
equipment enclosure and the FDI for such Sub-Loop Distribution
Facility is located in such enclosure,from the collocation arrangement
of DSLnet at such terminal.To obtain access to a Sub-Loop
Distribution Facility,DSLnet shall install a TOPIC on an easementor
Right of Way obtained by DSLnet within 100 feet of the Verizon FDl to
which such Distribution Sub-Loop is connected.A TOPIC must comply
with applicable industry standards.Subject to the terms of applicable
Verizon easements,Verizon shall furnish and place an interconnecting
cable between a Verizon FDI and a DSLnet TOPIC and Verizon shall
install a termination block within such TOPIC.Verizon shall retain title
to and maintain the interconnecting cable.Verizon shall not be
responsible for building,maintaining or servicing the TOPIC and shall
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not provide any power that might be required by DSLnetfor any
electronics in the TOPIC.DSLnet shall provide any easement,Right of
Way or trenching or supporting structure required for any portion of an
interconnecting cable that runs beyonda Verizon easement.
6.1.3 DSLnet may request from Verizon by submitting a loop make-up
engineering query to Verizon,and Verizon shall provide to DSLnet,the
following information regarding a Sub-Loop Distribution Facility that
serves an identified Customer:the Sub-Loop Distribution Facility's
length and gauge;whether Sub-Loop Distribution Facility has loading
and bridged tap;the amount of bridged tap (if any)on the Sub-Loop
Distribution Facility;and,the location of the FDI to which the Sub-Loop
Distribution Facility is connected.
6.1.4 To order access to a Sub-Loop Distribution Facility,DSLnet must first
request that Verizon connect the Verizon FDI to which the Sub-Loop
Distribution Facility is connected to a DSLnetTOPIC.To make such a
request,DSLnet must submit to Verizon an application (a "Sub-Loop
Distribution Facility InterconnectionApplication")that identifiesthe FDI
at which DSLnet wishes to access the Sub-Loop Distribution Facility.
A Sub-Loop Distribution Facility InterconnectionApplication shall state
the location of the TOPIC,the size of the interconnectingcable and a
description of the cable's supporting structure.A Sub-Loop
Distribution Facility InterconnectionApplication shall also include a
five-year forecast of DSLnet's demand for access to Sub-Loop
Distribution Facilities at the requested FDI.DSLnet must submit the
application fee set forth in the Pricing Attachment attached hereto and
Verizon's applicable Tariffs (a "Sub-Loop Distribution Facility
Application Fee")with Sub-Loop Distribution Facility Interconnection
Application.DSLnet must submit Sub-Loop Interconnection
Applications to:
DSLnet's Account Manager
6.1.5 Within sixty (60)days after it receives a complete Sub-Loop Distribution
Facility Interconnection Application for access to a Sub-Loop
Distribution Facility and the Sub-Loop Distribution Facility Application
Fee for such application,Verizon shall provide to DSLnet a work order
that describes the work that Verizon must perform to provide such
access (a "Sub-Loop Distribution Facility Work Order")and a statement
of the cost of such work (a "Sub-Loop Distribution Facility
Interconnection Cost Statement").
6.1.6 DSLnet shall pay to Verizon fifty percent (50%)of the cost set forth in a
Sub-Loop Distribution Facility InterconnectionCost Statement within
sixty (60)days of DSLnet's receipt of such statement and the
associated Sub-Loop Distribution Facility Work Order,and Verizon
shall not be obligated to perform any of the work set forth in such order
until Verizon has received such payment.A Sub-Loop Distribution
Facility Interconnection Application shall be deemed to have been
withdrawn if DSLnet breaches its paymentobligation under this
Section.Upon Verizon's completion of the work that Verizon must
perform to provide DSLnet with access to a Distribution Sub-Loop,
Verizon shall bill DSLnet,and DSLnet shall pay to Verizon,the balance
of the cost set forth in the Sub-Loop Distribution Facility
Interconnection Cost Statement for such access.
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6.1.7 After Verizon has completed the installation of the interconnectingcable
to a DSLnet TOPIC and DSLnet has paid the full cost of such
installation,DSLnet can request the connection of Verizon Sub-Loop
Distribution Facilities to the DSLnet TOPIC.At the same time,DSLnet
shall advise Verizon of the services that DSLnet plans to provideover
the Sub-Loop Distribution Facility,request any conditioning of the Sub-
Loop Distribution Facility and assign the pairs in the interconnecting
cable.DSLnet shall run any crosswires within the TOPIC.
6.1.8 If DSLnet requests that Verizon reactivate an unused drop and NID,then
DSLnet shall provide dial tone (or its DSL equivalent)on the DSLnet
side of the applicable Verizon FDI at least twenty-four (24)hours
before the due date.On the due date,a Verizon technician will run the
appropriate cross connection to connect the Verizon Sub-Loop
Distribution Facility to the DSLnet dial tone or equivalent from the
TOPIC.If DSLnet requests that Verizon provide DSLnetwith access to
a Sub-Loop Distribution Facility that,at the time of DSLnet's request,
Verizon is using to provide service to a Customer,then,after DSLnet
has looped two interconnecting pairs through the TOPIC and at least
twenty four (24)hours before the due date,a Verizon technician shall
crosswire the dial tone from the Verizon central office through the
Verizon side of the TOPIC and back out again to the Verizon FDI and
Verizon Sub-Loop Distribution Facility using the "loop through"
approach.On the due date,DSLnet shall disconnect Verizon's dial
tone,crosswire its dial tone to the Sub-Loop Distribution Facility and
submit DSLnet's long-term number portability request.
6.1.9 Verizon will not provide access to a Sub-Loop Distribution Facility if
Verizon is using the loop of which the Sub-Loop Distribution Facility is
a part to provide line sharing service to another CLEC or a service that
uses derived channel technology to a Customer unless such other
CLEC first terminates the Verizon-provided line sharing or such
Customer first disconnects the service that utilizes derived channel
technology.
6.1.10 Verizon shall provide DSLnet with access to a Sub-Loop Distribution
Facility in accordance with negotiated intervals
6.1.11 Verizon shall repair and maintain a Sub-Loop Distribution Facility at the
request of DSLnet and subject to the time and material rates set forth
in Pricing Attachment and the rates,terms and conditions of Verizon's
applicable Tariffs.DSLnet accepts responsibility for initial trouble
isolation for Sub-Loop Distribution Facilities and providing Verizon with
appropriate dispatch information based on its test results.If (a)
DSLnet reports to Verizon a Customer trouble,(b)DSLnet requests a
dispatch,(c)Verizon dispatches a technician,and (d)such trouble was
not caused by Verizon Sub-Loop Distribution Facility facilities or
equipment in whole or in part,DSLnet shall pay Verizon the charges
set forth in the Pricing Attachment and Verizon's applicable Tariffs for
time associated with said dispatch.In addition,these charges also
apply when the Customer contact as designated by DSLnet is not
available at the appointed time.If as the result of DSLnet instructions,
Verizon is erroneously requested to dispatch to a site on Verizon
company premises ("dispatch in"),the charges set forth in Pricing
Attachment and Verizon's applicable Tariffs will be assessed per
occurrence to DSLnet by Verizon.If as the result of DSLnet
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instructions,Verizon is erroneously requestedto dispatch to a site
outside of Verizon companypremises ("dispatch out"),the charges set
forth in Pricing Attachment and Verizon's applicable Tariffs will be
assessed per occurrence to DSLnet by Verizon.
6.2 Sub-Loop --Feeder (UFSE).
6.2.1 Subject to the conditions set forth in Section 1 of this agreement and
upon request by DSLnet,Verizon shall provide DSLnet with access to
a Feeder Sub-Loop (as such term is hereinafterdefined)in accordance
with,and subject to,the terms and provisionsof this Section 6.2,the
rates and charges provided in the Pricing Attachment and the rates,
terms and conditions of Verizon's applicable Tariffs.A "FeederSub-
Loop"means a DS1 or DS3 transmission path over a feeder facility in
Verizon's network between a Verizon end office and either a Verizon
remote terminal equipment enclosure (an "RTEE")that subtends such
end office or a Verizon feeder distribution interface (such an interface,
an "FDI")that subtends the end office.
6.2.2 DSLnet may obtain access to a Feeder Sub-Loop only from a DSLnet
collocation arrangement in the Verizon end office where such Feeder
Sub-Loop originates and Verizon shall terminate a Feeder Sub-Loop in
an RTEE that subtends such end office only if DSLnet has a
collocation arrangement in such RTEE.Upon DSLnet's request,
Verizon will connect a Feeder Sub-Loop to a DSLnet collocation
arrangement in the Verizon end office where the Feeder Sub-Loop
originates and to either a DSLnet collocation arrangement in the
Verizon RTEE that subtends such end office or a Telecommunications
Carrier Outside Plant Cabinet (such a cabinet,a "TOPIC")located
within 100 feet of the FDI that subtends the end office and that DSLnet
has established in accordance with,and subject to the terms and
provisions of,an agreement betweenVerizon and DSLnetthat governs
the establishment of such TOPIC.Verizon shall connect a Feeder
Sub-Loop to the point of termination bay of a DSLnet collocation
arrangement in a Verizon Central Office or to a DSLnet TOPIC,by
installing appropriate cross connections and Verizon shall be solely
responsiblefor installing such cross connections.DSLnet may obtain
access to a Feeder Sub-Loop between an end office and an RTEE or
an FDl only if DS1 or DS3-capable transmission facilities are available
and not in use between such office and RTEE or FDI.
6.2.3 DSLnet shall run any crosswires within a DSLnet physical collocation
arrangement and a DSLnet TOPIC and DSLnet will have sole
responsibilityfor identifying to Verizon where a Feeder Sub-Loop
should be connectedto a DSLnet collocation arrangement.DSLnet
shall be solely responsible for providing power and space for any cross
connects and other equipmentthat Verizon installs in a TOPIC,and
DSLnet shall not bill Verizon,and Verizon shall not pay DSLnet,for
providing such power and space.
6.2.4 Verizon shall not be obligated to provide to DSLnet any multiplexing at
an RTEE or at a TOPIC or to combine a Feeder Sub-Loop with a
DistributionSub-Loop.If DSLnet requests access to a Feeder Sub-
Loop and a Distribution Sub-Loop that are already combined,such
combination shall be deemed to be a loop and Verizon shall provide
such loop to DSLnet in accordancewith,but only to the extent required
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by,the terms,provisions and rates in this Agreement that govern
loops,if any.
6.2.5 Verizon shall provide DSLnet with access to a Feeder Sub-Loop in
accordance with negotiated intervals.
6.2.6 Verizon shall repair and maintain a Feeder Sub-Loop at the request of
DSLnet and subject to the time and material rates set forth in the
Pricing Attachment and the rates,terms and conditions of Verizon's
applicable Tariffs.DSLnet may not rearrange,disconnect,remove or
attempt to repair or maintain any Verizon equipment or facilities without
the prior written consent of Verizon.DSLnet accepts responsibilityfor
initial trouble isolation for Feeder Sub-Loops and providingVerizon
with appropriate dispatch information based on its test results.If (a)
DSLnet reports to Verizon a trouble,(b)DSLnet requests a dispatch,
(c)Verizon dispatches a technician,and (d)such trouble was not
caused by Feeder Sub-Loop facilities or equipment in whole or in part,
then DSLnet shall pay Verizon the charges set forth in Pricing
Attachment and Verizon's applicable Tariffs for time associated with
said dispatch.In addition,these charges also apply when a DSLnet
contact as designated by DSLnet is not available at the appointed time.
If as the result of DSLnet instructions,Verizon is erroneously
requested to dispatch to a site on Verizon company premises
("dispatch in"),the charges set forth in Pricing Attachment and
Verizon's applicable Tariffs will be assessed per occurrence to DSLnet
by Verizon.If as the result of DSLnet instructions,Verizon is
erroneously requested to dispatch to a site outside of Verizon company
premises ("dispatch out"),the charges set forth in Pricing Attachment
and Verizon's applicable Tariffs will be assessed per occurrence to
DSLnet by Verizon.
6.3 Collocation in RemoteTerminals.
To the extent required by Applicable Law,Verizon shall allow DSLnet to collocate
equipment in a Verizon remote terminal equipment enclosure in accordance with,
and subject to,the rates,terms and conditions set forth in the Collocation
Attachment and the Pricing Attachment.
7.Inside Wire
7.1 House and Riser.
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8.Dark Fiber
8.1 Subject to the conditions set forth in Section 1 and upon request,,Verizon shall
provide DSLnet with access to unbundled Dark Fiber Loops,Dark Fiber Sub-
loops and Dark Fiber lOF (as such terms are hereinafterdefined)in accordance
with,and subject to,the rates,terms and conditions provided in the Pricing
Attachment and rates,terms and conditions of Verizon's applicable Tariffs.
Access to unbundled Dark Fiber Loops,Dark Fiber Sub-Loops and Dark Fiber
IOF will be provided by Verizon only where existing facilities are available at the
requested availability date.Access to Dark Fiber Loops,Dark Fiber Sub-Loops
and Dark Fiber IOF will be provided in accordance with,but only to the extent
required by,Applicable Law.Except as otherwise required by Applicable Law,
the following terms and conditions apply to Verizon's Dark Fiber offerings.
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8.1.1 A "Dark Fiber Loop"consists of continuous fiber optic strand(s)in a
Verizon fiber optic cable betweenVerizon's Accessible Terminal,such
as the fiber distribution frame,or its functional equivalent,located
within a Verizon Wire Center,and Verizon's main termination point at a
Customer premise,such as the fiber patch panel located within a
Customer premise,and that has not been activatedthrough connection
to electronics that "light"it and render it capable of carrying
Telecommunications Services.
8.1.2 A "Dark Fiber Sub Loop"consists of continuous fiber optic strand(s)in a
Verizon fiber optic cable (a)between Verizon's Accessible Terminal
located within a Verizon Wire Center,and Verizon's Accessible
Terminal at a Verizon remote terminal equipment enclosure,(b)
between Verizon's Accessible Terminal at a Verizon remote terminal
equipment enclosure and Verizon's main termination point located
within a Customer premise,or (c)between Verizon's Accessible
Terminals at Verizon remote terminal equipment enclosures,and that
in all cases has not been activatedthrough connection to electronics
that "light"it and render it capable of carrying Telecommunications
Services.
8.1.3 A "Dark Fiber lOF"consists of continuous fiber strand(s)that are located
within a fiber optic cable between either (a)Accessible Terminals in
two Verizon Central Offices or (b)an Accessible Terminal in a Verizon
Central Office and a DSLnet Central Office,but,in either case,that has
not been activated through connection to multiplexing,aggregation or
other electronics that "light it"and thereby render it capable of carrying
TelecommunicationsServices.
8.2 In addition to the other terms and conditions of this Agreement,the following
terms and conditions shall apply to Dark Fiber Loops,Dark Fiber Sub-Loops and
Dark Fiber IOF:
8.2.1 Verizon shall be required to provide a Dark Fiber Loop only where one
end of the Dark Fiber Loop terminates at a Verizon Accessible
Terminal in Verizon's Central Office that can be cross-connectedto
DSLnet's collocation arrangement located in that same Verizon Central
Office and the other end terminates at the Customer premise.Verizon
shall be requiredto provide a Dark Fiber Sub-Loop only where (1)one
end of the Dark Fiber Sub-Loop terminates at Verizon's Accessible
Terminal in Verizon's Central Office that can be cross-connectedto
DSLnet's collocation arrangement located in that same Verizon Central
Office and the other end terminates at Verizon's Accessible Terminal
at a Verizon remote terminal equipment enclosure that can be cross-
connected to DSLnet's collocation arrangement or adjacent structure,
or (2)one end of the Dark Fiber Sub-Loopterminates at Verizon's
main termination point located within the Customer premise and the
other end terminates at Verizon's Accessible Terminalat a Verizon
remote terminal equipment enclosurethat can be cross-connectedto
DSLnet's collocation arrangement or adjacent structure,or (3)one end
of the Dark Fiber Sub-Loop terminates at Verizon's Accessible
Terminal at a Verizon remote terminal equipment enclosure that can
be cross-connected to DSLnet's collocation arrangement or adjacent
structure and the other end terminates at Verizon's Accessible
Terminal at another Verizon remote terminal equipment enclosure that
can be cross-connectedto DSLnet's collocation arrangementor
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adjacent structure.A DSLnet demarcation point at a Customer
premise shall be established in the main telco room of the Customer
premise if Verizon is located in that room or,if the buildingdoes not
have a main telco room or if Verizon is not located in that room,then at
a location to be determined by Verizon.A DSLnet demarcation point at
a Customer premise shall be established at a location that is no more
than 30 feet from Verizon's Accessible Terminal on which the Dark
Fiber Loop or Dark Fiber Sub-Loop terminates.Verizon shall connect
a Dark Fiber Loop or Dark Fiber Sub-Loop to the DSLnet demarcation
point by installing a fiber jumper no greater than 30 feet in length
8.2.2 DSLnet may access a Dark Fiber Loop,a Dark Fiber Sub-Loop,or Dark
Fiber IOF only at a pre-existing Verizon Accessible Terminal of such
Dark Fiber Loop,Dark Fiber Sub-Loop or Dark Fiber IOF,and DSLnet
may not access a Dark Fiber Loop,Dark Fiber Sub-Loop or Dark Fiber
IOF at any other point,including,but not limited to,a splice point or
case.Dark Fiber Loops,Dark Fiber Sub-Loops and Dark Fiber IOF
are not available DSLnet unless such Dark Fiber Loops,Dark Fiber
Sub-Loops or Dark Fiber IOF already are terminated on a Verizon
Accessible Terminal.Except where required by Applicable Law,
Verizon will not introduce additional splice points or open existing
splice points or cases to accommodate DSLnet's request.Unused
fibers located in a cable vault or a controlled environment vault,
manhole or other location outside the Verizon Wire Center,and not
terminated to a fiber patch panel,are not available to DSLnet.
8.2.3 A strand shall not be deemed to be continuous if splicing is requiredto
providefiber continuity betweentwo locations.Dark Fiber Loops,Dark
Fiber Sub-Loops and Dark Fiber IOF will only be offered on a route-
direct basis where facilities exist (i.e.,no intermediate offices).
8.2.4 Verizon shall perform all work necessary to install (1)a cross connect or
a fiber jumper from a Verizon Accessible Terminal to a DSLnet
collocation arrangement or (2)from a Verizon Accessible Terminal to
DSLnet's demarcation point at a Customer premise or DSLnetCentral
Office.
8.2.5 A Dark Fiber Inquiry must be submitted prior to submitting an ASR.
Upon receipt of the completed Dark Fiber Inquiry,Verizon will initiate a
review of its cable records to determine whether Dark Fiber Loop,Dark
Fiber Sub-Loop or Dark Fiber IOF may be available between the
locations and in the quantities specified.Verizon will respond within
fifteen (15)Business Days from receipt of the DSLnet's request,
indicating whether Dark Fiber Loop,Dark Fiber Sub-Loop or Dark Fiber
IOF may be available based on the records search except that for
voluminous requests or large,complex projects,Verizon reserves the
right to negotiate a different interval.The Dark Fiber Inquiry is a record
search and does not guarantee the availability of Dark Fiber Loops,
Dark Fiber Sub-Loops or Dark Fiber IOF.
8.2.6 DSLnet shall order Dark Fiber Loops,Dark Fiber Sub-Loops or Dark
Fiber IOF by sending to Verizon a separate ASR for each A to Z route.
8.2.7 Access to Dark Fiber Loops,Dark Fiber Sub-Loops and Dark Fiber IOF
that terminate in a Verizon premise must be accomplishedvia a
collocation arrangement in that premise.In circumstanceswhere
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collocation cannot be accomplished in the premises,the Parties agree
to negotiate for possible alternative arrangements.
8.2.8 A Dark Fiber Loop,Dark Fiber Sub-Loop or Dark Fiber IOF will be
-offered to DSLnet in the condition that it is available in Verizon's
network at the time that DSLnetsubmits its request (i.e.,"as is").In
addition,Verizon shall not be requiredto convert lit fiber to a Dark
Fiber Loop,Dark Fiber Sub-Loopor Dark Fiber IOF for DSLnet's use.
8.2.9 Spare wavelengths on fiber strands,where Wave Division Multiplexing
(WDM)or Dense Wave Division Multiplexing (DWDM)equipment is
deployed,are not considered to be Dark Fiber Loops,Dark Fiber Sub-
Loops or Dark Fiber IOF,and,therefore,will not be offered to DSLnet
as Dark Fiber Loops,Dark Fiber Sub-Loops or Dark Fiber IOF.
8.2.10 Fiber that has been assignedto fulfill a Customer order or for
maintenance purposes will not be offered to DSLnet as Dark Fiber
Loops,Dark Fiber Sub-Loops or Dark Fiber IOF.
8.2.11 DSLnet shall be responsiblefor providingall transmission,terminating
and regeneration equipment necessaryto light and use Dark Fiber
Loops,Dark Fiber Sub-Loops,or Dark Fiber IOF.
8.2.12 DSLnet may not resell Dark Fiber Loops,Dark Fiber Sub-Loops or Dark
Fiber IOF,purchased pursuantto this Agreement to third parties.
8.2.13 Except to the extent that Verizon is required by Applicable Law to
provide Dark Fiber Loops,Dark Fiber Sub-Loops or Dark Fiber IOF to
DSLnetfor use for Special or Switched Exchange Access Services,
DSLnetshall not use Dark Fiber Loops,Dark Fiber Sub-Loops or Dark
Fiber IOF,for Special or Switched Exchange Access Services.
8.2.14 In order to preserve the efficiency of its network,Verizon will limit DSLnet
to leasing up to a maximum of twenty-five percent (25%)of the Dark
Fiber Loops,Dark Fiber Sub-Loops or Dark Fiber IOF in any given
segment of Verizon's network.In addition,except as otherwise
required by Applicable Law,Verizon may take any of the following
actions,notwithstandinganything to the contrary in this Agreement:
8.2.14.1 Revoke Dark Fiber Loops,Dark Fiber Sub-Loops or Dark
Fiber IOF leased to DSLnet upon a showing of need to the
Commission and twelve (12)months'advance written notice
to DSLnet;and
8.2.14.2 Revoke Dark Fiber Loops,Dark Fiber Sub-Loops or Dark
Fiber IOF leased to DSLnet upon a showing to the
Commission that DSLnet underutilized fiber within any
twelve (12)month period;
8.2.14.3 Verizon reserves and shall not waive,Verizon's right to
claim before the Commission that Verizon should not have
to fulfill a DSLnet order for Dark Fiber Loops,Dark Fiber
Sub-Loops,or Dark Fiber IOF because that request would
strand an unreasonable amount of fiber capacity,disrupt or
degrade service to Customers or carriers other than
DSLnet,or impair Verizon's ability to meet a legal
obligation.
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8.2.15 DSLnet may not reserve Dark Fiber Loops,Dark Fiber Sub-Loops,or
Dark Fiber IOF.
8.2.16 DSLnet shall be solely responsible for:(a)determining whether or not the
transmission characteristics of the Dark Fiber Loop,Dark Fiber Sub-
Loop or Dark Fiber IOF accommodate the requirements of DSLnet;(b)
obtaining any Rights of Way,governmental or private property permit,
easement or other authorization or approval required for access to the
Dark Fiber Loop,Dark Fiber Sub-Loop or Dark Fiber IOF;(c)
installation of fiber optic transmission equipment neededto power the
Dark Fiber Loop,Dark Fiber Sub-Loopor Dark Fiber IOF to transmit
Telecommunications Servicestraffic;(d)installationof a demarcation
point in a building where a Customer is located;and (e)DSLnet's
collocation arrangements with any proper optical cross connects or
other equipment that DSLnet needs to access Dark Fiber Loop,Dark
Fiber Sub-Loop or Dark Fiber IOF before it submits an order for such
access.DSLnet hereby represents and warrants that it shall have all
such rights of way,authorizations and the like applicable to the
geographic location at which it wishes to establish a demarcation point
for dark fiber,on or before the date that DSLnet places an order for the
applicable dark fiber,and that it shall maintain the same going forward.
8.2.17 DSLnet is responsible for trouble isolation before reportingtrouble to
Verizon.Verizon will restore continuity to Dark Fiber Loops,Dark Fiber
Sub-Loops and Dark Fiber lOF that have been broken.Verizon will not
repair a Dark Fiber Loop,Dark Fiber Sub-Loop or Dark Fiber lOF that
is capable of transmitting light,even if the transmission characteristics
of the Dark Fiber Loop,Dark FiberSub-Loop or Dark Fiber IOF have
changed.
8.2.18 DSLnet is responsible for all work activities at the Customer premises.
Except as otherwise required by Applicable Law,all negotiationswith
the premises owner are solely the responsibility of DSLnet.
9.Network Interface Device
9.1 Subject to the conditions set forth in Section 1,at DSLnet's request,Verizon shall
permit DSLnetto connect a DSLnet Loop to the Inside Wiring of a Customer
through the use of a Verizon NID in accordance with this Section 9 and the rates
and charges provided in the Pricing Attachment.Verizon shall provide DSLnet
with access to NIDs in accordance with,but only to the extent required by,
Applicable Law.DSLnet may access a Verizon NID either by means of a
connection (but only if the use of such connection is technically feasible)from an
adjoining DSLnet NID deployed by DSLnet or,if an entrance module is available
in the Verizon NID,by connecting a DSLnet Loop to the Verizon NID.In all
cases,Verizon shall perform this connection.When necessary,Verizon will
rearrange its facilities to provide access to an existing Customer's lnside Wire.
An entrance module is available only if facilities are not connected to it.
9.2 In no case shall DSLnet access,remove,disconnect or in any other way
rearrange,Verizon's Loop facilities from Verizon's NIDs,enclosures,or
protectors.
9.3 In no case shall DSLnet access,remove,disconnect or in any other way
rearrange,a Customer's inside Wiring from Verizon's NIDs,enclosures,or
protectors where such Customer inside Wiring is used in the provision of ongoing
Telecommunications Service to mat Customer.
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9.4 In no case shall DSLnet remove or disconnect ground wires from Verizon's NIDs,
enclosures,or protectors.
9.5 In no case shall DSLnet remove or disconnect NID modules,protectors,or
terminals from Verizon's NID enclosures.
9.6 Maintenanceand control of premises Inside Wiring is the responsibility of the
Customer.Any conflicts between service providers for access to the Customer's
Inside Wiring must be resolved by the person who controls use of the wiring
(e.g.,the Customer).
9.7 When DSLnet is connecting a DSLnet-providedLoop to the Inside Wiring of a
Customer's premises through the Customer's side of the Verizon NID,DSLnet
does not need to submit a request to Verizon and Verizon shall not charge
DSLnet for access to the Verizon NID.In such instances,DSLnetshall comply
with the provisionsof Sections 9.2 through 9.7 of this Agreement and shall
access the Customer's Inside Wire in the manner set forth in Section 9.8 of this
Agreement.
9.8 Due to the wide variety of NIDs utilized by Verizon (based on Customer size and
environmental considerations),DSLnet may access the Customer's inside
Wiring,acting as the agent of the Customer by any of the following means:
9.8.1 Where an adequate length of Inside Wiring is present and environmental
conditions permit,DSLnet may remove the Inside Wiring from the
Customer's side of the Verizon NID and connect that Inside Wiring to
DSLnet's NID.
9.8.2 Where an adequate length of Inside Wiring is not present or
environmentalconditions do not permit,DSLnet may enter the
Customer side of the Verizon NID enclosurefor the purpose of
removingthe Inside Wiring from the terminals of Verizon's NID and
connectinga connectorized or spliced jumper wire from a suitable
"punch out"hole of such NID enclosure to the Inside Wiring within the
space of the Customer side of the Verizon NID.Such connection shall
be electrically insulated and shall not make any contact with the
connection points or terminals within the Customer side of the Verizon
NID.
9.8.3 DSLnet may request Verizon to make other rearrangements to the Inside
Wiring terminations or terminal enclosure on a time and materialscost
basis to be charged to the requesting party (i.e.DSLnet,its agent,the
building owner or the Customer).If DSLnet accesses the Customer's
inside Wiring as described in this Section 9.8.3,time and materials
chargeswill be billed to the requesting party (i.e.DSLnet,its agent,the
building owner or the Customer).
10.Unbundled Switching Elements
10.1 Subject to the conditions set forth in Section 1,Verizon shall make available to
DSLnet the Local Switching Element and Tandem Switching Element unbundled
from transport,local Looptransmission,or other services,in accordance with this
Section 10 and the rates and charges provided in the Pricing Attachment.
Verizon shall provide DSLnet with access to the Local Switching Element and the
Tandem Switching Element in accordance with,but only to the extent required
by,Applicable Law.
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10.2 Local Switchinq.
10.2.1 The unbundled Local Switching Element includes line side and trunk side
facilities (e.g.line and trunk side Ports such as analog and ISDN line
side Ports and DS1 trunk side Ports),plus the features,functions,and
capabilities of the switch.It consists of the line-side Port (including
connection between a Loop termination and a switch line card,
telephone number assignment,basic intercept,one primarydirectory
listing,presubscription,and access to 911,operator services,and
directory assistance),line and line group features (including all vertical
features and line blocking options that the switch and its associated
deployed switch software is capable of providing and are currently
offered to Verizon's local exchange Customers),usage (includingthe
connection of lines to lines,lines to trunks,trunks to lines,and trunks
to trunks),and trunk features (including the connection betweenthe
trunk termination and a trunk card).
10.2.2 Verizon shall offer,as an optionalchargeable feature,usage tapes in
accordance with Section 8 of the Additional Services Attachment.
10.2.3 DSLnet may request activation or deactivation of features on a per-port
basis at any time,and shall compensate Verizon for the non-recurring
charges associated with processing the order.DSLnet may submit a
Bona Fide Request in accordance with Section 14.3 for other switch
features and functions that the switch is capable of providing,but
which Verizon does not currently provide,or for customized routing of
traffic other than operator services and/or directoryassistance traffic.
Verizon shall develop and provide these requested services where
technically feasible with the agreement of DSLnetto pay the recurring
and non-recurring costs of developing,installing,updating,providing
and maintaining these services.
10.3 Network Desiqn Request (NDR).
Prior to submitting any order for unbundled Local Switching (as a UNE or in
combination with other UNEs),DSLnet shall complete the NDR process.As part
of the NDR process,DSLnet shall request standardized or customized routing of
its Customer traffic in conjunction with the provision of unbundled Local
Switching.
If DSLnet selects customized routing,DSLnet shall define the routing plan and
Verizon shall implement such plan,subject to technical feasibility constraints.
Time and Material Charges may apply.
10.4 Tandem Switchinq.
The unbundled Tandem Switching Element includes trunk-connectfacilities,the
basic switching function of connecting trunks to trunks,and the functions that are
centralized in Tandem Switches.UnbundledTandem switching creates a
temporary transmission path between interofficetrunks that are interconnected at
a Verizon access Tandem for the purpose of routing a call or calls.
11.Unbundled Interoffice Facilities
Subject to the conditions set forth in Section 1,where facilities are available,at DSLnet's
request,Verizon shall provide DSLnet with lOF unbundled from other Network Elements
at the rates set forth in the Pricing Attachment;provided,however,that Verizon shall offer
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unbundled shared lOF only to the extent that DSLnet also purchases unbundled Local
Switching capability from Verizon in accordance with Section 10 of this Attachment.
Verizon shall provide DSLnet with such IOF in accordance with,but only to the extent
required by,Applicable Law.
12.Signaling Networks and Call-Related Databases
12.1 Subject to the conditions set forth in Section 1,Verizon shall provide DSLnet with
access to databases and associated signaling necessaryfor call routing and
completion by providing SS7 Common Channel Signaling ("CCS")
Interconnection,and Interconnectionand access to toll free service access code
(e.g.,800/888/877)databases,LIDB,and any other necessary databases,in
accordance with this Section 12 and the rates and charges provided in the
Pricing Attachment.Such access shall be provided by Verizon in accordance
with,but only to the extent required by,Applicable Law.
12.2 DSLnet shall provide Verizon with CCS Interconnection required for call routing
and completion,and the billing of calls which involve DSLnet's Customers,at
non-discriminatory rates (subject to the provisionsof the Pricing Attachment),
terms and conditions,provided further that if the DSLnet information Verizon
requiresto provide such call-relatedfunctionality is resident in a database,
DSLnet will provide Verizon with the access and authorization to query DSLnet's
information in the databases within which it is stored.
12.3 Alternatively,either Party ("Purchasing Party")may secure CCS Interconnection
from a commercial SS7 hub provider (third party signaling provider)to transport
signaling messages to and from the Verizon CCS network,and in that case the
other Party will permit the Purchasing Party to access the same databases as
would have been accessible if the Purchasing Party had connected directly to the
other Party's CCS network.If a third party signaling provider is selected by
DSLnetto transport signaling messages,that third party provider must present a
letter of agency to Verizon,prior to the testing of the interconnection;authorizing
the third party to act on behalf of DSLnet.
12.4 Regardless of the manner in which DSLnet obtains CCS Interconnection,DSLnet
shall comply with Verizon's SS7 certification process prior to establishing CCS
Interconnectionwith Verizon.
12.5 The Parties will provide CCS Signaling to each other,where and as available,in
conjunctionwith all Reciprocal Compensation Traffic,Toll Traffic,Meet Point
Billing Traffic,and Transit Traffic.The Parties will cooperate on the exchangeof
TCAP messages to facilitate interoperability of CCS-basedfeatures between
their respective networks,including all CLASS Features and functions,to the
extent each Party offers such features and functions to its Customers.All CCS
Signaling parameters will be provided upon request (where available),including
called party number,Calling Party Number,originating line information,calling
party category,and charge number.All privacy indicators will be honored as
required under applicable law.
12.6 The Parties will follow all OBF-adopted standards pertainingto CIC/OZZ codes.
12.7 Where CCS Signaling is not available,in-band multi-frequency ("MF")wink start
signaling will be provided.Any such MF arrangementwill require a separate
local trunk circuit between the Parties'respective switches in those instances
where the Parties have established End Office to End Office high usage trunk
groups.In such an arrangement,each Party will out pulse the full ten-digit
telephone number of the called Party to the other Party.
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12.8 The Parties acknowledge that there is a network security risk associated with
interconnection with the public Internet Protocol network,including,but not
limited to,the risk that interconnection of DSLnet signaling systems to the public
Internet Protocol network may expose DSLnet and Verizon signaling systems
and inforniation to interference by third parties.DSLnetshall notify Verizon in
writing sixty (60)days in advance of installation of any network arrangement that
may expose signaling systems or information to access through the public
Internet Protocol network.DSLnetshall take commercially reasonable efforts to
protect its signaling systems and Verizon's signaling systems from interference
by unauthorized persons.
12.9 Each Party shall provide trunk groups,where available and upon reasonable
request,that are configured utilizing the B8ZS ESF protocolfor 64 kbps clear
channeltransmission to allow for ISDN interoperability between the Parties'
respective networks.
12.10 The following publications describe the practices,procedures and specifications
generally utilized by Verizon for signaling purposes and are listed hereinto assist
the Parties in meeting their respective Interconnection responsibilitiesrelated to
Signaling:
12.10.1 Telcordia Generic Requirements,GR-905-CORE,Issue 1,March,
1995,and subsequent issues and amendments;and
12.10.2 Where applicable,Verizon Supplement Common Channel Signaling
Network Interface Specification (Verizon-905).
12.11 Each Party shall charge the other Party mutual and reciprocal rates for any
usage-basedcharges for CCS Signaling,toll free service access code (e.g.,
800/888/877)database access,LIDB access,and access to other necessary
databases,as follows:Verizon shall charge DSLnet in accordance with the
Pricing Attachment and the terms and conditions in applicable Tariffs.DSLnet
shall charge Verizon rates equal to the rates Verizon charges DSLnet,unless
DSLnet's Tariffs for CCS signaling provide for lower generally available rates,in
which case DSLnet shall charge Verizon such lower rates.Notwithstandingthe
foregoing,to the extent a Party uses a third party vendor for the provision of CCS
Signaling,such charges shall apply only to the third party vendor.
13.Operations Support Systems
Subject to the conditions set forth in Section 1 above and in Section 8 of the Additional
Services Attachment,Verizon shall provide DSLnet with access via electronic inter faces
to databases requiredfor pre-ordering,ordering,provisioning,maintenanceand repair,
and billing.Verizon shall provide DSLnet with such access in accordance with,but only
to the extent required by,Applicable Law.All such transactions shall be submitted by
DSLnet through such electronic interfaces.
14.Availability of Other Network Elements on an Unbundled Basis
14.1 Any request by DSLnet for access to a Verizon Network Element that is not
already available and that Verizon is required by Applicable Law to provide on an
unbundled basis shall be treated as a Network Element Bona Fide Request
pursuant to Section 14.3,below.DSLnet shall provide Verizon access to its
Network Elements as mutually agreed by the Parties or as required by Applicable
Law.
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14.2 Notwithstandinganything to the contrary in this Section 14,a Party shall not be
required to provide a proprietary Network Element to the other Party underthis
Section 14 except as required by Applicable Law.
14.3 Network Element Bona Fide Request (BFR).
14.3.1 Each Party shall promptly consider and analyze access to a new
unbundled Network Element in responseto the submission of a
Network Element Bona Fide Request by the other Party hereunder.
The Network Element Bona Fide Request process set forth herein
does not apply to those services requested pursuant to Report &Order
and Notice of Proposed Rulemaking 91-141 (rel.Oct.19,1992)¶259
and n.603 or subsequent orders.
14.3.2 A Network Element Bona Fide Request shall be submitted in writing and
shall include a technical description of each requested Network
Element.
14.3.3 The requesting Party may cancel a Network Element Bona Fide Request
at any time,but shall pay the other Party's reasonable and
demonstrable costs of processing and/or implementing the Network
Element Bona Fide Request up to the date of cancellation.
14.3.4 Within ten (10)Business Days of its receipt,the receiving Party shall
acknowledge receipt of the Network Element Bona Fide Request.
14.3.5 Except under extraordinary circumstances,within thirty (30)days of its
receipt of a Network Element Bona Fide Request,the receiving Party
shall provide to the requesting Party a preliminary analysis of such
Network Element Bona Fide Request.The preliminary analysis shall
confirm that the receiving Party will offer access to the Network
Element or will provide a detailed explanation that access to the
Network Element is not technicallyfeasible and/or that the request
does not qualify as a Network Element that is required to be provided
by Applicable Law.
14.3.6 If the receiving Party determines that the Network Element Bona Fide
Request is technically feasible and access to the Network Element is
requiredto be provided by Applicable Law,it shall promptly proceed
with developing the Network Element Bona Fide Requestupon receipt
of written authorizationfrom the requesting Party.When it receives
such authorization,the receiving Party shall promptly develop the
requested services,determine their availability,calculate the applicable
prices and establish installation intervals.Unless the Parties otherwise
agree,the Network Element requested must be priced in accordance
with Section 252(d)(1)of the Act.
14.3.7 As soon as feasible,but not more than ninety (90)days after its receipt
of authorization to proceed with developing the Network Element Bona
Fide Request,the receiving Party shall provide to the requesting Party
a Network Element Bona Fide Request quote which will include,at a
minimum,a description of each Network Element,the availability,the
applicable rates,and the installation intervals.
14.3.8 Within thirty (30)days of its receipt of the Network Element Bona Fide
Request quote,the requesting Party must either confirm its orderfor
the Network Element Bona Fide Request pursuant to the Network
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Element Bona Fide Request quote or seek arbitration by the
Commission pursuantto Section 252 of the Act.
14.3.9 if a Party to a Network Element Bona Fide Request believes that the
other Party is not requesting,negotiating or processing the Network
Element Bona Fide Request in good faith,or disputes a determination,
or price or cost quote,or is failing to act in accordance with Section
251 of the Act,such Party may seek mediationor arbitration by the
Commission pursuant to Section 252 of the Act.
15.Maintenance of Network Elements
If (a)DSLnet reports to Verizon a Customer trouble,(b)DSLnetrequests a dispatch,(c)
Verizon dispatches a technician,and (d)such trouble was not caused by Verizon's
facilities or equipment in whole or in part,then DSLnet shall pay Verizon a charge set
forth in the Pricing Attachment for time associated with said dispatch.In addition,this
charge also applies when the Customer contact as designated by DSLnet is not available
at the appointed time.DSLnetaccepts responsibility for initial trouble isolation and
providing Verizon with appropriate dispatch information based on its test results.If,as
the result of DSLnet instructions,Verizon is erroneously requested to dispatch to a site
on Verizon company premises ("dispatch in"),a charge set forth in the Pricing Attachment
will be assessed per occurrence to DSLnet by Verizon.If as the result of DSLnet
instructions,Verizon is erroneously requested to dispatch to a site outside of Verizon
company premises ("dispatch out"),a charge set forth in the Pricing Attachment will be
assessed per occurrence to DSLnet by Verizon.Verizon agrees to respondto DSLnet
trouble reports on a non-discriminatory basis consistent with the manner in which it
provides service to its own retail Customers or to any other similarly situated
TelecommunicationsCarrier.
16.Combinations
16.1 Subject to the conditions set forth in Section 1,Verizon shall be obligated to
provide a combination of Network Elements (a "Combination")only to the extent
provisionof such Combination is required by Applicable Law.To the extent
Verizon is required by Applicable Law to provide a Combination to DSLnet,
Verizon shall provide such Combination in accordance with,and subject to,
requirementsestablished by Verizon that are consistent with Applicable Law
(such requirements,the "Combo Requirements").Verizon shall make the Combo
Requirements publicly available in an electronic form.
17.Rates and Charges
The rates and charges for UNEs,Combinations and other services,facilities and
arrangements,offered under this Attachment shall be as provided in this Attachment and
the Pricing Attachment.
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COLLOCATION ATTACHMENT
1.Verizon's Provision of Collocation
Verizon shall provide to DSLnet,in accordance with this Agreement (including,but not
limited to,Verizon's applicable Tariffs)and the requirements of Applicable Law,
Collocation for the purpose of facilitating DSLnet's interconnectionwith facilities or
services of Verizon or access to Unbundled Network Elements of Verizon;provided,that
notwithstandingany other provision of this Agreement,Verizon shall be obligatedto
provide Collocationto DSLnet only to the extent required by Applicable Law and may
decline to provide Collocationto DSLnetto the extent that provision of Collocation is not
required by Applicable Law.Subject to the foregoing,Verizon shall provide Collocation to
DSLnet in accordance with the rates,terms and conditions set forth in Verizon's
Collocationtariff,and Verizon shall do so regardless of whether or not such rates,terms
and conditions are effective.
Because the Commission rejected Verizon's Collocation Tariff Advice No.00-05 in Order
No.28490 on August 29,2000,Verizon shall provide Collocation according to the
following terms and conditions in the State of Idaho on an interim basis only until such
time as the Commission's decision is reversed and Verizon's Collocation Tariff Advice
No.00-05 is permitted to go into effect or until such time as Verizon files another
Collocation Tariff in Idaho.At such time as the Commission's decision is reversed and
Verizon's Collocation Tariff Advice No.00-05 is permittedto go into effect or at such time
as there is a Verizon Collocationtariff on file with the Commission,and subject to the
foregoing,the following terms and conditions will be rendered ineffectual,and Verizon
shall provide Collocation to DSLnet in accordance with the terms and conditionsset forth
in Verizon's Collocation tariff,and Verizon shall do so regardless of whether or not such
terms and conditions are effective.
Section 1 of this Collocation Attachment ("Attachment"),in conjunction with the rest of
this Agreement,set forth the terms and a conditions under which Verizon shall provide
collocation services to DSLnet.Collocation provides for access to Verizon's "Premises",
for the purpose of interconnectionand/or access to Unbundled Network Elements
(UNEs).Verizon's Premises include Verizon's central offices,servingWire Centers,and
all other buildings or similar structures owned,leased,or otherwise controlled by Verizon
that house Verizon's network facilities.Collocation at Verizon's Wire Centers and access
tandems shall be accomplished through caged,cageless,virtual or microwave service
offerings,as described below,except if not practical for technical reasons or due to space
limitations.In such event,Verizon shall provide adjacent collocation or other methods of
collocation,subject to space availability and technical feasibility.As required by
Applicable Law,Verizon shall also offer rates,terms and conditions for collocation
services that are not expressly addressed in this Attachment or other Verizon tariffs on an
individual case basis,and in doing so,shall comply with all applicablefederal or state
requirements.
1.1 Types of Collocation.
1.1.1 Sinq\e Caqed.A single caged arrangement is a form of
caged collocation,which allows a single CLEC to lease caged floor
space to house its equipment within Verizon Premises.
1.1.2 Shared Caqed.A shared caged arrangement is a newly constructed
caged collocation arrangement that is jointly applied for and occupied
by two or more CLECs within a Verizon Premise.When two or more
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CLECs request establishment and jointly apply for a new caged
collocation arrangement to be used as a shared caged arrangement,
one of the participating CLECs must agree to be the host CLEC (HC)
and the other(s)to be the guest CLEC (GC).The HC and GC(s)are
solely responsiblefor determining whether to share a shared caged
collocation arrangement and if so,upon what terms and conditions.
The HC and GC(s)must each be interconnected to Verizon for the
exchange of traffic with Verizon and/or to access unbundlednetwork
elements.Verizon will not issue separate billing for any of the rate
elements associated with the shared caged collocation arrangement
betweenthe HC and the GC(s),but Verizon will providethe HC with
information on the proportionate share of the NRCs for each CLEC in
the shared arrangement.The HC will be responsible for ordering and
payment of all collocation applicable services ordered by the HC and
GC(s).The HC and GC will be responsiblefor ordering their own
unbundled network elements from Verizon.Verizon will separately bill
the HC and/or GC(s)for unbundled network elements ordered.The
HC and GC(s)are Verizon's customers and have all the rights and
obligations applicable hereunder to CLECs purchasing collocation-
related services,including,without limitation,the obligation to pay all
applicable charges,whether or not the HC is reimbursed for all or any
portion of such charges by the guest(s)All terms and conditions for
caged collocation as described in this Attachment will apply to shared
caged collocation requirements.
1.1.3 Subleased Caqed.Vacant space available in a CLEC's caged
collocation arrangement may be made available to a third party(s)for
the purpose of interconnection and/or for access to UNEs in Verizon
Premises via the subleasing collocation arrangement.The CLEC
subleases the floor space to the third party(s)pursuantto terms and
conditions agreed to by the CLEC and the third party(s)involved.The
CLEC and third party(s)must each be interconnected to Verizon for
the exchange of traffic with Verizon and/or to access unbundled
network elements.The CLEC is solely responsiblefor determining
whether to sublease a shared caged collocation arrangement and if so,
upon what terms and conditions.Verizon will not issue separate billing
for any of the rate elements associated with the subleased caged
collocation arrangement between the CLEC and the third party(s).The
CLEC will be responsible for ordering and payment of all collocation
applicable services ordered by the CLEC and the third party(s).Each
CLEC and third party will be responsible for ordering their own
unbundled network elements from Verizon.Verizon will separately bill
the CLEC and third party/partiesfor unbundled network elements
ordered.The CLEC and third party(s)are Verizon's customers and
have all the rights and obligations applicable hereunder to CLECs
purchasing collocation-related services,including,without limitation,
the obligation to pay all applicable charges,whether or not the CLEC is
reimbursed for all or any portion of such charges by the third party(s).
AII terms and conditions for caged collocation as described in this
Attachment will apply to subleased caged collocation requirements.
1.1.4 Caqeless.Cageless collocation is a form of collocation in which CLECs
can place their equipment in Verizon Premises.A cageless collocation
arrangement allows a CLEC,using Verizon approved vendors,to
install equipment in single bay increments in an area designated by
Verizon.The equipment location will be designated by Verizon and will
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vary based on individual Verizon Premise configurations.CLEC
equipment will not share the same equipment bays with Verizon
equipment.
1.1.5 Adiacent.An adjacent collocation arrangement permits a CLEC to
construct or procure a structure on Verizon propertyfor collocation for
the purposes of interconnection and/or access to UNEs in accordance
with the terms and conditions of this Agreement.Adjacent collocation
is only an option when the following conditions are met:(1)space is
legitimately exhausted in Verizon's Premise for caged and cageless
collocation;and (2)it is technically feasible to construct or procure a
hut or similar structure on Verizon propertythat adheres to local
building code,zoning requirements,and Verizon building standards.
DSLnet is responsible for complying with all zoning requirements,any
federal,state or local regulations,ordinances and laws,and obtaining
all associated permits.Verizon may,where required,participate in the
zoning approval and permit acquisitions.DSLnet may not take any
action in establishing an adjacent structure that will force Verizon to
violate any zoning requirements or any federal,state,or local
regulations,ordinances,or laws.
Any construction by DSLnet on Verizon property must comply with
Verizon's technical specifications as they relate to environmental
safety and grounding requirements.Verizon will make available power
and physical collocation services to DSLnet in the same non-
discriminatory manner as it provides itself for its own remote
equipment buildings (REBs).
1.1.6 Virtual.Under virtual collocation,Verizon installs and maintains DSLnet
provided equipment which is dedicated to the exclusive use of the
DSLnet in a collocation arrangement.Additional details on Virtual
Collocation are set forth in Section 1.9.
1.1.7 Microwave.Physical collocation of microwave transmission facilities will
be permitted on a first-come,first-served basis except where such
collocation is not practical for technical reasons or because of space
limitations.Microwavecollocation provides for the interconnection of
DSLnet or Verizon provided facilities,equipment and support
structures located in,on or above the exterior walls and roof of Verizon
premises.Additional details on Microwave Collocation are set forth in
Section 1.10.
1.2 Ordering.
1.2.1 Application.
1.2.1.1 Point of Contact.Verizon will establish points of contact for
DSLnet to contact to place a request for collocation.The
point of contact will provide DSLnet with general information
and requirements,including a list of engineering and
technical specifications,fire,safety,security policies and
procedures,and an application form.
1.2.1.2 Application Form/Fee.DSLnet requestingcollocation at a
Verizon Premise will be required to complete the application
form and submit the non-refundable engineering fee set
forth in Appendix A,described in Section 1.5.1,for each
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Verizon Premise at which collocation is requested.The
application form will require DSLnetto provide all
engineering,floor space (whereapplicable),power,
environmental and other requirements necessaryfor the
function of the service.DSLnet will provideVerizon with
specifications for any non-standard or special requirements
at the time of application.Verizon reserves the right to
assess the customer any additional charges on an
individual case basis ("lCB")associated with complying with
the requirements.Any such charges shall be noticed to
DSLnet.
Verizon will process collocation requestsfrom CLECs on a
first-come,first-serve basis pursuantto Verizon's receipt of
a completed application form and the non-refundable
engineering fee.
1.2.1.3 Notificationof Acceptance/Relection.Verizon will notify
DSLnet in writing within eight (8)Business Days following
receipt of the completed application if DSLnet's
requirements cannot be accommodated as specified.If the
application is deficient,Verizon will specify in writing,within
eight (8)Business Days,the information that must be
provided by DSLnet in order to completethe application.If
DSLnet resubmits a revised application curing any
deficiencies in their original application within ten (10)
calendar days after being informed of them,DSLnetshall
retain its position within the collocation application queue.
1.2.2 Space Availability.Verizon will notify DSLnet,in writing,within eight (8)
Business Days following receipt of the completed application form and
non-refundable engineering fee if space is available at the selected
Verizon Premise.The responsewill be one of the following:
1.2.2.1 There is space and Verizon will proceed with the
arrangement.
1.2.2.2 There is no space.Verizon will proceed as described in
Section 1.4.1.
1.2.2.3 There is no readily available space,however,Verizon will
determine whether space can be made available and will
notify DSLnet within twenty (20)Business Days.At the end
of this period,Verizon will proceed as described in 1.2.2.1or
1.2.2.2 above.
1.2.3 Price Quote.Verizon shall provide DSLnet with a price quote for
collocation services required to accommodate DSLnet's requestwithin
eight (8)Business Days of DSLnet's application date,provided that no
ICB rates are required in the quote.DSLnet shall have five (5)
Business Days from receipt of the quote to inform Verizon,in writing,of
its intent to proceed with their collocation request and pay fifty percent
(50%)of the applicable Non-Recurring Charges (NRCs),set forth in
Appendix A as described in Section 1.5.1,associated with the ordered
collocation services.The remaining 50%will be billed by Verizon upon
completion of the collocation request.
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1.2.4 (Intentionally Left Blank].
1.2.5 Auqmentation.All requests for an addition or change to an existing
collocation arrangement that has been inspected and turned over to
ÐSLnet is considered an augmentation.An augmentation request will
require the submission of a complete application form and a non-
refundable Engineeringor Minor Augment fee.A Minor Augment fee
may not be required underthe circumstances outlined below.The
definition of a major or minor augment is as follows:
1.2.5.1 Major Augments of collocation arrangements are those
requests that:(a)require AC or DC power;(b)add
equipment that generates more BTU's of heat,or (c)
increase the floor space over what DSLnet requested in its
original application.A complete application and
Engineering Fee will be required when submitting a request
that requires a Major Augment.
1.2.5.2 MinorAugments of collocation arrangements will require the
submission of a complete application form and the Minor
Augment Fee.Minor augments are those requests that:(a)
do not require additional DC and AC power,(b)do not add
equipmentthat generates more BTU's of heat,or (c)do not
increasefloor space,over what DSLnet requested in its
original application.The requirements of a Minor Augment
request cannot exceed the capacity of the existing/proposed
electrical,power or HVAC system.Requestsfor additional
DSO,DS1,and DS3 facility terminations to access
Verizon's unbundled network elements are includedas
Minor Augments.
Minor Augments that require an augment fee are those
requests that require Verizon to perform a service or
function on behalf of DSLnet including but not limited to:
installation of Virtual equipment cards or software upgrades,
removal of Virtual equipment,requeststo pull cable from
exterior microwave facilities,and requests to terminate DSO,
DS1 and DS3 cables.
Minor Augments that do not require a fee are those
augments performedsolely by DSLnet,that do not require
Verizon to provide a service or function on behalf of DSLnet,
including but not limited to,requests to install additional
equipment in DSLnet collocation space.Prior to the
installation of the additional equipment,DSLnet agreesto
provideVerizon an application form with an updated
equipment listing that includesthe new equipmentto be
installed in DSLnet's collocation arrangement.Once the
equipment list is submitted to Verizon,DSLnet may proceed
with the augment.DSLnet agrees that changes in
equipment provided by DSLnet under this provision will not
exceed the engineering specifications for power and HVAC
as requested on original application.All augments will be
subject to Verizon inspection,in accordance with term of
this contract for the purpose of ensuring compliance with
Verizon safety standards.
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1.2.6 Expansion.Verizon will not be requiredto construct additional space to
providefor DSLnet collocation when available space has been
exhausted.Where DSLnet seeks to expand its existing collocation
space,Verizon shall make contiguous space availableto the extent
possible;provided,however,Verizon does not guarantee contiguous
space to DSLnet to expand its existing collocationspace.DSLnet
requests for expansion of existing space within a specific Verizon
Premise will require the submission of an applicationform and the
appropriate Major Augment fee.
1.2.7 Relocation.DSLnet requests for relocation of the termination equipment
from one location to a different location within the same Verizon
Premise will be handled on an ICB basis.DSLnet will be responsible
for all costs associated with the relocationof its equipment.
1.3 Installationand Operation.
1.3.1 Joint Planninq and Implementation Levels.Where conditioned space is
readily available,the implementation interval for Caged and Cageless
collocation requests is seventy-six (76)Business Days for all standard
requests which were properly forecast six (6)months prior to the
application date,subject to the conditions set forth.Should unique
circumstances arise such as major construction obstacles or special
DSLnet requirements,upon notificationto DSLnet,a time extension of
no greater than fifteen (15)Business Days will apply.Intervalsfor non-
standard arrangements,including,but not limited to,Adjacent
collocation shall be mutually agreed upon by DSLnet and Verizon.
1.3.1.1 The following standard implementation milestones,in
Business Days,will apply unless DSLnet and Verizon jointly
decide otherwise:
1.3.1.1.1 Day 1:DSLnet submits completed application
and associated Engineering/MajorAugment
Fee.
1.3.1.1.2 Day 9:Verizon notifies DSLnet that request can
be accommodated.
1.3.1.1.3 Day 14:DSLnet notifies Verizon of its intent to
proceed and submits 50%payment as set forth
in Section 1.2.3.
1.3.1.1.4 Day 76:Verizon and DSLnet attend a Joint
inspection meeting and Verizon turns over the
collocation space to the DSLnet.
Verizon and DSLnet shall work cooperatively in meeting these
milestones and deliverables as determined during the joint planning
process.Verizon will schedule a meeting with DSLnet to determine
engineering and network requirements.A preliminaryschedule will be
developed outlining major milestones.DSLnet and Verizon control
various interim milestones they must complete in orderto meet the
overall intervals.The interval clock will stop,and the final due date will
be adjusted accordingly,for each milestone DSLnet misses (day for
day).When Verizon becomes aware of the possibility of vendor
delays,Verizon will first contact DSLnet to attempt to negotiate a new
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interval.Verizon and DSLnet shall conduct additional joint planning
meetings,as reasonably required,to ensure that all known issues are
discussed and to address any that may impact the implementation
process.Verizon will permit DSLnet to schedule one escortedvisit to
DSLnet'scollocation space during construction.The applicable labor
rates in Appendix A will be applied for the escorted visit.
1.3.1.2 Prior to DSLnet beginningthe installation of its equipment,
DSLnet must sign Verizon work completionnotice,
indicating acceptance of the collocation space.DSLnet
may not install any equipment or facilities in the collocation
space until the receipt by Verizon of the work completion
notice.Prior to DSLnet beginning the installation of
equipment in a cage,bay or cabinet,DSLnet and Verizon
must conduct a joint inspectionof the designated collocation
space.Verizon shall notify DSLnet of the date the
collocation arrangement is readyfor the joint inspection.
DSLnet has ten (10)Business Days to meet Verizon at the
site of the collocation arrangement.Upon acceptance of
the arrangement by DSLnet,billing will be initiated,access
cards will be issued and DSLnet may begin installation of
equipment.If DSLnet does not attend the joint inspection
within the specified ten (10)Business Days,Verizon will
initiate billing for all monthly and nonrecurringcharges.
1.3.1.3 Unconditioned space conversion timeframesfall outside the
normal intervals and are negotiated on an individual case
basis based on negotiations with the site preparation
vendor(s).Verizon will use its best efforts to minimize the
additional time required to condition collocation space,and
will inform DSLnet of the time estimates as soon as
possible.
1.3.2 Forecastinqand Use of Data.
1.3.2.1 Verizon will request Caged and Cageless forecasts from
DSLnet on a semi-annual basis,with each forecast covering
a two-year period.DSLnet will be requiredto update the
near-term (6-month)forecasted application dates.
Information requestedwill include central office,month
applications are expected to be sent,requested in-service
month,preferencefor Caged or Cageless collocation,and
square footage required.
1.3.2.2 Unforecasted demand will be given a lesser prioritythan
forecasted demand.Verizon will make every attempt to
meet standard intervals for unforecasted requests.
However,if unanticipated requests push demand beyond
Verizon's capacity limits,Verizon will negotiate longer
intervals as required (and within reason).In general,if
forecasts are received less than two (2)months prior to the
application date,the interval start day may be postponed as
follows:
1.3.2.2.1 No forecast:Interval Start Date commences two
(2)months after application date.
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1.3.2.2.2 Forecast received one month prior to application
date:Interval Start Date commences two (2)
months after application date.
1.3.2.2.3 Forecast received two (2)months prior to
application date:Interval Start Date commences
one month after application date.
Any such interval adjustments will be discussed with
DSLnetat the time the application is received.
1.3.3 Collocation Capacity.
1.3.3.1 Verizon's estimate of its present capacity (i.e.,no more than
an increase of 15%over the average number of
applications received for the preceding three months in a
particular geographic area)is based on current staffing and
current vendor arrangements.If the forecasts indicate
spikes in demand,Verizon will attempt to smooth the
demand via negotiations with the forecasting CLECs.If
Verizon and DSLnet fail to agree to smooth demand,
Verizon will determine if additional expenditures would be
required to satisfy the spikes in demand and will work with
the Commission Staff to determine whether such additional
expenditure is warranted and to evaluate cost recovery
options.
1.3.3.2 If Verizon augments its workforce based on forecasts,
Verizon reserves the right to hold CLECs accountablefor
the accuracy of their forecasts.
1.3.4 Vendor Capacity.Verizon will continuously seek to improve vendor
performancefor all premises work,including collocation.Since the
vendors require notice in order to meet increases in demand,Verizon
will share DSLnet actual and forecasted demand with appropriate
vendors,as required,subject to the appropriate confidentiality
safeguards.Verizon will seek assistance from the CLECs to resolve
vendor inability to meet demands.
1.3.5 Responsibilityfor Vendor Delays.No party shall be excused from their
obligations due to the acts or omissions of a Party's subcontractors,
material,men,suppliers or other third persons providing such products
or services to such Party unless such acts or omissions are the
product of a Force Majeure Event,or unless such delay or failure and
the consequences thereof are beyond the reasonable control and
without the fault or negligence of the Party claiming excusable delay or
failure to perform.
1.3.6 Space Preparation.
1.3.6.1 Caqe Construction.For caged collocation,DSLnet may
construct the cage with a standard enclosure if they are a
Verizon approved contractor or DSLnet may subcontract
this work to a Verizon approved contractor.
1.3.6.2 Site Selection/Power.Verizon shall designate the space
within its Premise where DSLnet shall collocate its
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equipment.Verizon will assign collocation space to DSLnet
in a just,reasonable,and nondiscriminatory manner.
Verizon will allow DSLnet requesting caged or cageless
collocation to submit space preferences on the Application
Form prior to assigning caged and cageless collocation
space to DSLnet.Verizon will assign caged and cageless
space in accordance with the following standards:(1)
DSLnet'scollocation costs cannot be materially increased
by the assignment;(2)DSLnet's occupation and use of
Verizon's premises cannot be materially delayed by the
assignment;(3)The assignment cannot impair the quality of
service or impose other limitations on the service DSLnet
wishes to offer;and (4)The assignment cannot reduce
unreasonably the total space available for caged and
cageless collocation,or preclude unreasonably,caged and
cageless collocation within Verizon's premises.
Verizon may assign caged and cageless collocation to
space separate from space housing Verizon's equipment,
providedthat each of the following conditions is met:(1)
Either legitimate security concerns,or operational
constraints unrelated to Verizon's or any of its affiliates'or
subsidiaries competitive concerns,warrant such separation;
(2)Any caged and cageless collocation space assigned to
an affiliate or subsidiary of Verizon is separated from space
housing Verizon's equipment;(3)The separated space will
be available in the same time frame as,or a shorter time
frame than,non-separatedspace;(4)The cost of the
separated space to DSLnetwill not be materially higher than
the cost of non-separated space;and (5)The separated
space is comparable,from a technical and engineering
standpoint,to non-separated space.
Where applicable,Verizon shall provide,at the rates set
forth in Appendix A described in Section 1.5.1,48V DC
power with generator and/or battery back-up,heat,air
conditioning and other environmental support to DSLnet's
equipment in the same standards and parameters required
for Verizon equipment within that Verizon Premise.DSLnet
may install AC convenienceoutlets and overhead lighting if
DSLnet is a Verizon approved contractor,or this work may
be subcontracted to a Verizon approved contractor.
1.3.6.3 DC Power.Verizon will provide DC power to the collocation
arrangement as specified by DSLnet in its Collocation
application.The DSLnet will specify the load on each feed
and the size of the fuse to be placed on each feed.
Charges for DC power will be applied based on the total
number of load amps ordered on each feed.
For example,if DSLnet orders a total of 40 load amps of DC
power and an A and B feed,DSLnet could order 20 load
amps on the A feed and 20 load amps on the B feed.
Verizon will permit DSLnetto order a fuse size up to 2.5
times the load amps ordered providedthat applicable law
permits this practice.Thus,DSLnet could order that each
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feed be fused at 50 amps if DSLnet wants one feed to carry
the entire load in the event the other feed fails.Accordingly,
DSLnet will be charged on the basis of the total number of
load amps ordered,i.e.,40 amps,and not based on the
total number of amps available for the fuse size ordered.
1.3.6.4 DSLnet is responsiblefor engineering the power
consumption in its Collocation arrangements and therefore
must consider any special circumstances in determining the
fused capacity of each feed.Verizon will engineerthe
powerfeeds to the Collocation arrangement in accordance
with industry standards based upon requirements ordered
by DSLnet in its Collocation application.Any subsequent
orders to increase DC power load at a Collocation
arrangement must be submitted on a Collocation
application.
1.3.6.5 Verizon reserves the right to perform random inspections to
verify the actual power load being drawn by a Collocation
arrangement.At any time,without written notice,Verizon
may measure the DC power drawn at an arrangementby
monitoring the power distribution point.In those instances
where Verizon needs access to the Collocation
arrangement to make these measurements,Verizon will
schedule a joint meeting with DSLnet.
1.3.6.6 If the inspection reveals that the power being drawn does
not exceed the total number of load amps ordered,no
further action will apply.
1.3.6.7 If the inspection reveals that the power being drawn is
greater than 100%and up to 110%of the total number of
load amps ordered,Verizon will provide DSLnetwith written
notification by certified U.S.Mail to the person designated
by DSLnet to receive such notice that more power is being
drawn than was ordered.Within five (5)Business Days of
the date of notification,DSLnet must reduce the power
being drawn to match its ordered load or revise its power
requirement to accommodate the additional power being
drawn.Failureto reduce the power being drawn or submit
a revised application within the five (5)Business Days will
result in an increase in the amount of power being billed to
110%of the power ordered in the application on file.
1.3.6.8 If the inspection reveals that the power being drawn is
greater than 110%of the total number of load amps
ordered,that arrangement is subject to the following
treatment:
1.3.6.8.1 Verizon will provide DSLnet with written
notification by certified U.S.Mail to the person
designated by DSLnet to receive such notice
that it has exceeded its ordered power.
1.3.6.8.2 Additional Labor charges,as set forth in
Appendix A,apply for the cost associated with
performing this inspection.
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1.3.6.8.3 Verizon will bill DSLnetfor the full fused capacity
for each of the next six (6)bill periodsfollowing
the inspection.
1.3.6.8.4 After six (6)months of full fused capacity billing,
and upon receipt of an applicationto revisethe
power requiredat that arrangement,Verizon will
adjust the billing to reflect DSLnet's revised
power requirement.In the event that a revised
application is not submitted,billing at full fused
capacity will continue until a revised application
is received.
1.3.6.8.5 Within fifteen (15)Business Days of the date of
notification,DSLnet must submit a non-
scheduled attestation of the power being drawn
at each of its remaining Collocation
arrangements.Failure to submit this non-
scheduled attestation will result in the
application of Additional Labor charges set forth
in Appendix A for any subsequent DC power
inspections Verizon performs prior to receipt of
the next scheduled attestation.Scheduled
attestations are described in Section 1.3.6.9
following.
1.3.6.9 Annually,DSLnet must submit a written statement signed
by a responsible officer of DSLnet,which attests that it is
not exceeding the total load of power as ordered in its
Collocation applications.This attestation,which must be
received by Verizon no later than the last day of June,shall
individually list all of DSLnet's completed Collocation
arrangements provided by Verizon in all of its operating
territories.If DSLnetfails to submit this written statement by
the last day in June,Verizon will notify DSLnet in writing
that it has thirty (30 days)to submit its power attestation.
Failure to submit the required statement within the 30 day
notice period will result in the billing of DC power at each
Collocation arrangement to be increasedto the total number
of amps fused.
1.3.6.10 Whenever Verizon is required to perform work on an
Collocation arrangement as a result of DSLnet's order for a
reduction in power requirements (e.g.,change in fuse size),
Verizon will assess a nonrecurring charge for the additional
labor.The nonrecurringcharge applies for the first half hour
(or fraction thereof)and for each additional half hour (or
fraction thereof)per technician,per occurrence as shown in
Appendix A.
1.3.6.11 If DSLnet orders a change in the power configuration
requiring new -48 volt DC power feeds to the Collocation
arrangement,Verizon will require an Engineering/Major
Augment Fee with an application,as set forth in Appendix
A,subject to the terms and conditions described in Section
1.2.5.In addition,if DSLnet's order for a reduction in DC
power triggers the deployment of power cabling to a
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different power distribution point,the Engineering/Major
Augment Fee as set forth in Appendix A applies.Verizon
will work cooperatively with DSLnetto configurethe new
power distribution cables and disconnect the old ones.
1.3.7 Equipmentand Facilities.
1.3.7.1 Purchase of Equipment.DSLnet will be responsiblefor
supply,purchase,delivery,installationand maintenance of
its equipment and equipment bay(s)in the collocation area.
Verizon is not responsible for the design,engineering,or
performance of DSLnet's equipment and provided facilities
for collocation.Upon installation of all transmission and
power cables for collocation services,DSLnet relinquishes
all rights,title and ownership of transmission (excluding
fiber entrance facility cable)and power cables to Verizon.
1.3.7.2 Permissible Equipment.Verizon shall permit the collocation
and use of any equipment necessaryfor interconnectionor
access to unbundled network elements in accordancewith
the following standards:(1)Equipmentis necessaryfor
interconnection if an inability to deploy that equipment
would,as a practical,economic,or operational matter,
preclude DSLnet from obtaining interconnectionwith
Verizon at a level equal in quality to that which Verizon
obtains within its own network or Verizon provides to any of
its affiliates,subsidiaries,or other parties;and (2)
Equipment is necessaryfor access to an unbundled
network element if an inability to deploy that equipment
would,as a practical,economic,or operational matter,
preclude DSLnet from obtaining nondiscriminatoryaccess
to that unbundled network element,including any of its
features,functions,or capabilities.
Multi-functional equipment shall be deemed necessary for
interconnection or access to an unbundled network element
if and only if the primary purpose and function of the
equipment,as DSLnet seeks to deploy it,meets either or
both of the standards set forth in the preceding paragraph.
For a piece of equipment to be utilized primarily to obtain
equal in quality interconnection or nondiscriminatoryaccess
to one or more unbundled network elements,there also
must be a logical nexus between the additionalfunctions the
equipment would perform and the telecommunication
services DSLnet seeks to provide to its customers by
means of the interconnection or unbundlednetwork
element.The collocation of those functions of the
equipment that,as stand-alone functions,do not meet either
of the standards set forth in the preceding paragraph must
not cause the equipment to significantly increase the burden
on Verizon's property.
Whenever Verizon objects to collocation of equipment by
DSLnet for purposes within the scope of Section 251(c)(6)
of the Act,Verizon shall prove to the state commission that
the equipment is not necessary for interconnectionor
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access to unbundled network elements under the standards
set forth above.
DSLnet may place in its caged collocation space ancillary
equipment such as cross connect frames,and metal
storage cabinets.Metal storage cabinets must meet
Verizon Premise environmental standards.
1.3.7.3 Specifications.DSLnet equipment must fully comply with
Bellcore Network Equipment Building Systems (NEBS)
Generic Equipment Requirements (GR-63-CORE),
Electromagnetic Compatibility and Electrical Safety Generic
Criteria for Network Telecommunications Equipment (GR-
1089-CORE)and the Network Equipment Installation
Standards Information Publication (lP-72201),
Workmanship Requirement Profile and Verizon's central
office,engineering,environmental and transmission
standards as they relate to fire,safety,health,
environmental safeguards,or interference with Verizon's
services or facilities.
DSLnet equipment must conform to the same specific
risk/safety/hazard standards which Verizon imposes on its
own central office equipment as defined in Verizon's NEBS
requirements RNSA-NEB-95-0003,Revision 10 or higher.
DSLnet equipment is not required to meet the same
performance and reliability standards as Verizon imposes
on its own equipment as defined in Verizon's RNSA-NEB-
95-0003,Revision 10 or higher.
In addition,DSLnet may install equipment that has been
deployed by Verizon for five (5)years or more with a proven
safety record.
Verizon reserves the right to remove facilities and
equipmentfrom its list of approved products if such
products,facilities,and equipment are determined to be no
longer compliant with NEBS standards or Electromagnetic
Compatibility and Electrical Safety GenericCriteriafor
Network Telecommunications Equipment (GR-1089-CORE).
Verizon will provide 90 days'notice of the change unless it
is due to an emergency that renders notice impossible.
1.3.7.4 Cable.DSLnet is required to provide proper cabling,based
on circuit type (VF,DSO,xDSL,DS1,DS3,etc.)to ensure
adequate shielding.Verizon cable standards are required
to reduce the possibility of interference.DSLnet is
responsible for providingfire retardant riser cable that
meets Verizon standards.Verizon is responsiblefor placing
DSLnet's fire retardant riser cable from the cable vault to
the collocation space.Verizon is responsiblefor installing
DSLnet provided fiber optic cable in the cable space or
conduit from the first manholeto the premises.This may be
shared conduit with dedicated inner duct.If DSLnet
provides its own fiber optic facility,then DSLnetshall be
responsible for bringing its fiber optic cable to the Verizon
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Premise manhole.DSLnet must leave sufficient cable
length for Verizon to be able to fully extend such cable
through to DSLnet's collocation space.
-1.3.7.5 Manhole/Splicinq Restrictions.Verizon reserves the right to
prohibit all equipment and facilities,other than fiber optic
cable,in its manholes.DSLnet will not be permitted to
splice fiber optic cable in the first manhole outside of the
Verizon Premise.Where DSLnet is providing underground
fiber optic cable in Manhole #1,it must be of sufficient
length as specified by Verizon to be pulled through the
Verizon Premise to DSLnet's collocation space.Verizon is
responsiblefor installing a cable splice,if necessary,where
DSLnet providedfiber optic cable meets Verizon standards
within the Verizon Premise cable vault or designated
splicing chamber.Verizon will provide space and racking
for the placement of an approved secured fire retardant
splice enclosure.
1.3.7.6 Access Points and Restrictions.Points of interconnection
and demarcation between DSLnet's facilities and Verizon's
facilities will be designated by Verizon.This point(s)will be
a direct connection(s)to DSLnet's network.Verizon shall
have the right to require DSLnet to terminate collocation
facilities onto a Point of Termination (POT)Bay.DSLnet
must tag all entrance facilities to indicate ownership.
DSLnet will not be allowed access to Verizon's DSX line-
ups,MDF or any other Veri2on facility termination points.
Only Verizon employees,agents or contractors will be
allowed access to the MDF,DSX,or fiber distribution panel
to terminate facilities,test connectivity,run jumpers and/or
hot patch in-service circuits.
1.3.7.7 Staqinq Area.For caged and cageless collocation
arrangements,DSLnetshall have the right to use a
designated staging area,a portion of the Verizon Premise
and loading areas,if available,on a temporary basis during
DSLnet's equipment installation work in the collocation
space.DSLnet is responsiblefor protecting Verizon's
equipment Verizon Premisewalls and flooring within the
staging area and along the staging route.DSLnet will meet
all Verizon fire,safety,security and environmental
requirements.The temporary staging area will be vacated
and delivered to Verizon in an acceptable condition upon
completion of the installationwork.DSLnet may also utilize
a staging trailer,which can be located on the exterior
premises of Verizon Premise.Verizon may assess DSLnet
a market value lease rate for the area occupied by the
trailer.
1.3.7.8 Testinq.Upon installation of DSLnet's equipment,and with
prior notice,Verizon will schedule time to work with DSLnet
during the turn-up phase of the equipment to ensure proper
functionality between DSLnet's equipment and the
connections to Verizon equipment.The time period for this
to occur will correspond to Verizon's maintenance window
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installation requirements.It is solely the responsibility of
DSLnetto providetheir own monitor and test points,if
required,for connection directly to its terminal equipment.
-1.3.7.9 Interconnection Between Collocated Spaces.Dedicated
Transit Service (DTS),which allows for interconnection
between DSLnet and another CLEC,provides a dedicated
electrical or optical path between collocation arrangements
(caged,cageless,and virtual)of the same or of two ddferent
CLECs within the same Verizon premises,using Verizon
provideddistribution facilities.DTS is availablefor DSO,DS1,
DS3,and dark fiber cross connects.In addition,Verizon will
also provideother technically feasible cross-connection
arrangements,including lit fiber,on an Individual Case Basis
(ICB)as requested by DSLnet and agreed to by Verizon.
Verizon will offerDTS to DSLnet as long as such access is
technically feasible.
DTS is only available when both collocation arrangements
(either caged,cageless,and/or virtual)being interconnected are
within the same Verizon premises,provided that the collocated
equipment is used for interconnection with Verizon and/or for
access to the Verizon's unbundled network elements.Verizon
shall providesuch DTS connections from DSLnet's collocation
arrangementto another collocation arrangementof DSLnet
within the same Verizon premises,or to a collocation
arrangementof another CLEC in the same Verizon premises.
DTS is providedat the same transmission level from DSLnetto
another CLEC.
The DTS arrangementrequires DSLnet to providecable
assignment information for itself as well as forthe other CLEC.
Verizon will not make cable assignments for DTS.DSLnet is
responsiblefor all DTS ordering,bill payment,disconnect
orders and maintenancetransactions and is the customer of
record.When initiating a DTS request,DSLnet must submit
an Access Service Request (ASR)and a letter of agency from
the CLEC it is connecting to that authorizes the DTS connection
and facility assignment.DTS is providedon a negotiated
interval with DSLnet.
1.3.7.10 Optical Facility Terminations.If DSLnet requests access to
unbundled dark fiber and unbundled optical interoffice
facilities,DSLnet may apply for a fiber optic patchcord
connection(s)between Verizon's fiber distribution panel
(FDP)and DSLnet's collocated transmission equipment and
facilities.The fiber optic patchcord cross connect is limited
in use solely in conjunction with access to unbundled dark
fiber,unbundled optical interoffice facilities,and Dedicated
Transit Service.
1.3.8 Access to Collocation Space.Verizon will permit DSLnet's employees,
agents,and contractors approved by Verizon to have direct access to
DSLnet'scaged and cageless collocation equipment twenty-four (24)
hours a day,seven (7)days a week and reasonableaccess to
Verizon's restroom and parking facilities.DSLnet's employees,agents,
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or contractors must comply with the policies and practices of Verizon
pertainingto fire,safety,and security.Verizon reserves the right,with
twenty-four (24)hours prior notice to DSLnet,to access DSLnet's
collocated partitioned space to perform periodic inspections to ensure
tompliance with Verizon installation,safety and security practices.
Where DSLnet shares a common entrance to the Verizon Premise with
Verizon,the reasonable use of shared building facilities,e.g.,
elevators,unrestricted corridors,etc.,will be permitted.However,
Verizon reserves the right to permanently remove and/or deny access
from Verizon premises,any DSLnet employee,agent,or contractor
who violates Verizon's policies,work rules,or business conduct
standards,or otherwise poses a security risk to Verizon.
1.3.9 Network Outaae,Damaqe and Reportinq.DSLnet shall be responsible
for:(a)any damage or network outage occurring as a result of DSLnet
owned or DSLnet designated termination equipment in Verizon
Premise;(b)providing trouble report status when requested;(c)
providing a contact number that is readily accessibletwenty-four (24)
hours a day,seven (7)days a week;(d)notifyingVerizon of significant
outages which could impact or degrade Verizon's switches and
servicesand provide estimated clearing time for restoral;and (e)
testing its equipment to identify and clear a trouble report when the
trouble has been sectionalized (isolated)to DSLnet service.
Verizon will make every effort to contact DSLnet in the event DSLnet
equipmentdisrupts the network.If Verizon is unable to make contact
with DSLnet,Verizon shall temporarily disconnect DSLnet's service,as
provided in Section 1.3.11.
1.3.10 Security Requirements.
1.3.10.1 Backqround Tests;Traininq.All employees,agents and
contractors of DSLnet must meet certain minimum
requirements as established by Verizon.Upon notification
of available space,or as soon as reasonablypracticable
thereafter,DSLnet must submit to Verizon's Security
Departmentfor prior approval a background investigation
certification form for all employees,agents and contractors
that will require access to Verizon Premises.DSLnet
agrees that its employees/vendors with access to Verizon
Premises shall at all times adhere to the rules of conduct
established by Verizon for the Verizon Premises and
Verizon's personnel and vendors.Verizon reserves the
right to make changes to such proceduresand rules to
preserve the integrity and operation of Verizon's network or
facilities or to comply with applicable laws and regulations.
Verizon will provide DSLnet with written notice of such
changes.Where applicable,Verizon will provide
information to DSLnet on the specific type of security
training required so DSLnet's employees can complete such
training.
1.3.10.2 Security Standards.Verizon will be solely responsible for
determining the appropriate level of security in each Verizon
Premise.Verizon reserves the right to deny access to
Verizon buildings and/or outside Facility structures for any
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DSLnet employee,agent or contractor who cannot meet
Verizon's established security standards.Employees,
agents or contractors of DSLnet are requiredto meet the
same security requirements and adhere to the same work
rules that Verizon's employees and contractors are required
to follow.Verizon also reserves the right to deny access to
Verizon buildings and/or outside Facility structures for
DSLnet'semployee,agent and contractorfor falsification of
records,violation of fire,safety or security practices and
policies or other just cause.DSLnet employees,agents or
contractors who meet Verizon's establishedsecurity
standards will be provided access to DSLnet's caged and
cageless collocation equipment 24 hours a day,seven days
a week and reasonable access to Verizon's restroom
facilities.If DSLnet employees,agents or contractors
request and are granted access to other areas of Verizon's
premises,a Verizon employee,agent or contractor may
accompany and observe DSLnet employee(s),agent(s)or
contractor(s)at no cost to DSLnet.Verizon may use
reasonablesecurity measures to protect its equipment,
including,for example,enclosing its equipment in its own
cage or other separation,utilizing monitoredcard reader
systems,digital security cameras,badges with
computerized tracking systems,identificationswipe cards,
keyed access and/or logs,as deemed appropriate by
Verizon.
Verizon may require DSLnet employees and contractors to
use a central or separate entrance to Verizon's premises,
provided,however,that where Verizon requiresthat DSLnet
employees or contractors access collocatedequipment only
through a separate entrance,employees and contractorsof
Verizon's affiliates and subsidiaries will be subject to the
same restriction.
Verizon may construct or require the construction of a
separate entrance to access caged and cageless
collocation space,provided that each of the following
conditions is met:(i)Construction of a separate entrance is
technically feasible;(ii)Either legitimate security concerns,
or operational constraints unrelated to the incumbent'sor
any of its affiliates'or subsidiaries competitive concerns,
warrant such separation;(iii)Constructionof a separate
entrance will not artificially delay collocation provisioning;
and (iv)Construction of a separate entrance will not
materially increase DSLnet's collocation costs.
1.3.10.3 Access Cards/ldentification.Access cards or keys will be
provided to no more than a reasonable number of
individualsfor DSLnetfor each Verizon Premise for the
purpose of installation,maintenance and repair of DSLnet's
caged and cageless collocation equipment.All DSLnet
employees,agents and contractors requesting access to
the Verizon Premiseare required to have a photo
identificationcard,which identifies the person by name and
the name of DSLnet.The ID must be worn on the
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individual's exterior clothing while on or at Verizon
Premises.Verizon will provide DSLnet with instructions and
necessary access cards or keys to obtain access to Verizon
premises.DSLnet is required to immediately notifyVerizon
by the most expeditious means,when any DSLnet's
employee,agent or contractor with access privileges to
Verizon premises is no longer in its employ,or when keys,
access cards or other means of obtaining access to Verizon
premises are lost,stolen or not returned by an employee,
agent or contractor no longer in its employ.DSLnet is
responsiblefor the immediate retrieval and return to Verizon
of all keys,access cards or other means of obtaining
access to Verizon premises upon termination of
employment of DSLnet's employee and/or termination of
service.DSLnet shall be responsiblefor the replacement
cost of keys,access cards or other means of obtaining
access when lost,stolen or failure of DSLnet or DSLnet's
employee,agent or contractor to return to Verizon.
1.3.11 EmerqencyAccess.DSLnet is responsible for providing a contact
numberthat is readily accessible 24 hours a day,7 days a week.
DSLnet will provide access to its collocation space at all times to allow
Verizon to react to emergencies,to maintain the building operating
systems (where applicable and necessary)and to ensure compliance
with OSHA/Verizon regulations and standards related to fire,safety,
health and environment safeguards.Verizon will attempt to notify
DSLnet in advance of any such emergency access.If advance
notification is not possible Verizon will provide notification of any such
entry to DSLnet as soon as possible following the entry,indicating the
reasons for the entry and any actions taken which might impact
DSLnet's facilities or equipment and its ability to provide service.
Verizon will restrict access to DSLnet's collocation space to persons
necessary to handle such an emergency.The emergency provisioning
and restoration of interconnection service shall be in accordance with
Part 64,Subpart D,Paragraph 64.401,of the FCC's Rules and
Regulations,which specifies the priority for such activities.Verizon
reserves the right,without prior notice,to access DSLnet's collocation
space in an emergency,such as fire or other unsafe conditions,or for
purposes of averting any threat of harm imposed by DSLnet or
DSLnet's equipment upon the operation of Verizon's or another
CLEC's equipment,facilities and/or employees located outside
DSLnet's collocation space.Verizon will notify DSLnet as soon as
possible when such an event has occurred.In case of a Verizon work
stoppage,DSLnet's employees,contractors or agents will comply with
the emergency operation procedures established by Verizon.Such
emergency procedures should not directly affect DSLnet's access to its
premises,or ability to provide service.DSLnet will notify Verizon point
of contact of any work stoppages by DSLnet employees.
1.4 Space Requirements.
1.4.1 Space Availability.If Verizon is unable to accommodate caged and
cageless collocation requests at a Verizon Premise due to space
limitations or other technical reasons,Verizon will post a list of all such
sites on its website and will update the list within ten (10)calendar
days of the date at which a Verizon Premise runs out of caged and
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cageless collocation space.This information will be listed at the
following public Internet URL:http://www.qte.com/requiatory.Where
Verizon has denied caged and cageless collocation requests at a
Verizon Premise due to space limitations or other technical reasons,
Verizon shall:(a)submit to the state commission,subject to any
protective order as the state may deem necessary,detailedfloor plans
or diagrams of the Verizon Premise which show what space,if any,
Verizon or any of its affiliates has reservedfor future use;and describe
in detail,the specific future uses for which the space has been
reserved and the length of time for each reservation;and (b)allow
DSLnetto tour the entire premises of the Verizon Premise,without
charge,within ten (10)calendar days of the tour request.
1.4.2 Minimum/Maximum/AdditionalSpace.The standard sizes of caged
collocation space will be increments of 100 square feet unless mutually
agreed to otherwise by Verizon and DSLnet.The minimum amount of
floor space available to DSLnet at the time of the initial application will
be twenty-five (25)square feet of caged collocation space or one (1)
single bay in the case of cageless collocation.The maximum amount
of space available in a specific Verizon Premise to DSLnetwill be
limited to the amount of existing suitable space which is technically
feasible to supportthe collocation arrangement requested.Existing
suitable space is defined as available space in a Verizon Premise that
does not requirethe addition of AC/DC power,heat and air
conditioning,battery and/or generator back-up power and other
requirements necessaryfor provisioning collocation services.
Additional space to providefor caged,cageless and/or adjacent
collocation will be provided on a per request basis,where available.
Additional space can be requested by DSLnet by completing and
submitting a new application form and the applicable non-refundable
engineeringfee set forth in Appendix A described in Section 1.5.1.
Verizon will not be required to lease additional space when available
space has been exhausted.
1.4.3 Use of Space.Verizon and DSLnet will work cooperatively to determine
proper space requirements,and efficient use of space.In addition to
other applicable requirements set forth in this Agreement,DSLnetshal
install all its equipment within its designated area in contiguous line-
ups in order to optimize the utilization of space within Verizon's
Premises.DSLnetshall use the collocation space solely for the
purposes of installing,maintaining and operating DSLnet's equipment
to interconnectfor the exchange of traffic with Verizon and/or for
purposes of accessing UNEs.DSLnet shall not construct
improvements or make alterations or repairs to the collocation space
without the prior written approval of Verizon.The collocation space
may not be used for administrative purposesand may not be used as
DSLnet's employee(s)work location,office or retail space,or storage
The collocation space shall not be used as DSLnet's mailing or
shipping address.
1.4.4 Reservation of Space.Verizon reserves the right to manage its Verizon
Premise conduit requirements and to reserve vacant space for planned
facility.Verizon will retain and reserve a limited amount of vacant floor
space within its Verizon Premises for its own specificfuture uses on
terms no more favorable than applicable to other CLECs seeking to
reserve collocation space for their own future use.If the remaining
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vacant floor space within a Verizon Premise is reserved for Verizon's
own specific future use,the Verizon Premise will be exemptfrom future
caged and cageless collocation requests.DSLnet shall not be
permittedto reserve Verizon Premise cable space or conduit system.
If new conduit is required,Verizon will negotiate with DSLnetto
determine an alternative arrangement for the specific location.DSLnet
will be allowed to reserve collocation space for its caged/cageless
arrangements based on DSLnets documented forecast provided
Verizon and subject to space availability.Such forecast must
demonstrate a legitimate need to reserve the space for use on terms
no more favorable than applicable to Verizon seeking to reserve
vacant space for its own specific use.Cageless collocation bays may
not be used solely for the purpose of storing DSLnet equipment.
1.4.5 Collocation Space Report.Upon request by DSLnet and upon DSLnet
signing a collocation nondisclosureagreement,Verizon will make
available a collocation space report with the following information for
the Verizon Premise requested:
1.4.5.1 Detailed descriptionand amount of caged and cageless
collocation space available;
1.4.5.2 Number of telecommunications carriers with existing
collocation arrangements;
1.4.5.3 Modificationsof the use of space since the last collocation
space report requested;and,
1.4.5.4 Measures being taken,if any,to make additional collocation
spaces available.
The collocation space report is not required prior to the submission of
a collocation application for a specific Verizon Premise in order to
determine collocation space availability for the Verizon Premise.The
collocation space report will be provided to DSLnetwithin ten (10)
calendar days of the requestprovided the request is submitted during
the ordinary course of business.A collocation space reportfee
contained in Appendix A will be assessed per requestand per Verizon
Premise.
1.4.6 Reclamation.When initiating an application form,DSLnet must have
started installing equipment approved for collocation at Verizon
Premise within a reasonable period of time,not to exceed sixty (60)
calendar days from the date DSLnet accepts the collocation
arrangement.If DSLnet does not utilize its collocation space within the
established time period,and has not met the space reservation
requirements of Section 1.4.4 to the extent applicable,Verizon may
reclaim the unused collocation space to accommodate another CLEC's
request or Verizon's future space requirements.Verizon shall have the
right,for good cause shown,and upon sixty (60)calendar days'notice,
to reclaim any collocation space,cable space or conduit space in order
to fulfill its obligation under public service law and its tariffs to provide
telecommunication services to its Customers,In such cases,Verizon
will reimburse DSLnetfor reasonable direct costs and expenses in
connection with such reclamation.Verizon will make every reasonable
effort to find other alternatives before attempting to reclaim any such
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space.DSLnet may seek Commission relief from reclamation within
ten (10)Business Days of being notified.
1.5 Pricinq.
1.5.1 Rate Sheet.The rates for Verizon's collocationservices provided
pursuant to this Agreement are set forth in Appendix A attached hereto
only to the extent that there are no corresponding rates in an
applicable Collocation tariff on file with the Commission.If there is a
Collocation tariff on file with the Commission,the rates in such tariff
shall apply and the rates set forth in Appendix A shall not apply.
1.5.2 Subsequentto the execution of this Agreement,Verizon also may elect
to file a Collocation tariff with provisions addressing any of the rates
specified in this Agreement.Any such filing will expressly supercede
and replace the corresponding rates set forth in Appendix A and will
render such rates specified in Appendix A null and void.
Notwithstanding anything in this Agreementto the contrary,the rates
identified in this attachment also may be superseded prospectively by
rates contained in future final,binding and non-appealable regulatory
orders or as otherwise required by legal requirements.
1.5.3 Billinq and Payment.The initial payment of NRCs shall be due and
payable in accordance with Section 1.3.1.The balance of the NRCs
and all related monthly recurring servicecharges will be billed to
DSLnet when Verizon provides DSLnet access to the caged,cageless
or adjacent collocation arrangement or completes installation of the
virtual collocation arrangement and shall be payable in accordance
with applicable established payment deadlines.
1.6 Liability and Indemnification.
In addition to their other respective indemnificationand liability obligations set
forth in this Agreement,each party shall meet the following obligations.To the
extent that this provision conflicts with any other provision in this Agreement,this
provision shall control.The fact that a provision appears in another part of the
Agreement but not in this Attachment,or in this Attachment and not in another
part of the Agreement,shall be interpretedas,or deemed grounds for finding,a
conflict.
1.6.1 No liability shall attach to Verizon for damages arising from errors,
mistakes,omissions,interruptions,or delays of Verizon,its agents,
servants or employees,in the course of establishing,furnishing,
rearranging,moving,terminating,or changing the service or facilities
(including the obtaining or furnishing of information in respect thereof
or with respect to the subscribers or users of the service or facilities)in
the absence of gross negligenceor willful misconduct.Subject to the
preceding and to the provisions following,with respect to any claim or
suit,by DSLnet or by any others,for damages associated with the
installation,provision,termination,maintenance,repair or restoration of
service,Verizon's liability,if any,shall not exceed an amount equal to
the proportionate charge for the service by Verizon for the service for
the period during which service was affected.
1.6.2 Verizon shall not be liable for any act or omission of any other party
furnishing a portion of service used in connection with the services
herein.
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(a)Verizon is not liable for damages to DSLnet premises resulting from the furnishing of
service,including the installation and removal of equipment and associated wiring,unless
the damage is caused by Verizon's gross negligence or willful misconduct.
1.6.3 Verizon shall be indemnified,defended and held harmless by DSLnet
and/or its end user against any claim,loss or damage arising from the
use of services offered under this Attachment,involving:
1.6.3.1 All claims,including but not limited to injuries to persons or
propertyfrom voltages or currents,arising out of any act or
omission of the CLEC or its end user in connection with
facilities provided by Verizon,DSLnet,or the end user;or
1.6.3.2 Verizon shall not be liable to DSLnet or its customers in
connection with the provision or use of the services
provided under this Attachment for indirect,incidental,
consequential,reliance or special damages,including
(without limitation)damages for lost profits,regardlessof
the form of action,whether in contract,indemnity,warranty,
strict liability,or tort,including (withoutlimitation)negligence
of any kind,even if Verizon has been advised of the
possibility of such loss or damage.
1.6.4 Verizon does not guarantee or make any warranty with respect to its
services when used in an explosive atmosphere.Verizon shall be
indemnified,defended and held harmless by DSLnet from any and all
claims by any person relating to DSLnet's use of services so provided.
1.6.5 No license under patents (other than the limited license to use)is
granted by Verizon or shall be implied or arise by estoppel,with
respect to any service offered under this Attachment.
1.6.6 Verizon's failure to provide or maintain services underthis Attachment
shall be excused by labor difficulties,governmentalorders,civil
commotions,criminal actions taken against Verizon,acts of God and
other circumstances beyond Verizon's reasonable control.
1.6.7 Verizon shall not be liable for any act or omission of any other entity
furnishing to DSLnetfacilities,equipment,or services used in
conjunction with the services provided under this Attachment.Nor
shall Verizon be liable for any damages or losses due to unauthorized
use of the services or the failure or negligence of DSLnet or DSLnet
end user,or due to the failure of equipment,facilities,or services
provided by DSLnet or its end user.
1.6.8 Neither party shall be liable to the other or to any third party for any
physical damage to each other's facilities or equipment within the
central office,unless caused by the gross negligence or willful
misconduct of the party's agents or employees.
1.6.9 DSLnet shall indemnify,defend and save harmless Verizon from and
against any and all losses,claims,demands,causes of action and
costs,includingattorney's fees,whether suffered,made,instituted or
asserted by DSLnet or by any other party or person for damages to
property and injury or death to persons,including payments made
under any worker's compensation law or under any plan for
employees'disability and death benefits,which may arise out of or be
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caused by the installation,maintenance,repair,replacement,
presence,use or removal of DSLnet's equipment or facilities or by their
proximity to the equipment or facilities or all parties occupying space
within or on the exterior of Verizon's central office(s),or by any act or
omission of Verizon,its employees,agents,former or striking
employees,or contractors,in connection therewith,unless caused by
gross negligence or willful misconduct on the part of Verizon.These
provisions shall survive the termination,cancellation,modificationor
rescission of the Agreement for at least 18 months from the date of the
termination.
Verizon shall indemnify,defend and save harmless DSLnetfrom and
against any and all losses,claims,demands,causes of action and
costs,including attorneys'fees,whether suffered,made,instituted or
asserted by Verizon or by any other party or person for damages to
property and injury or death to persons,including payments made
under any worker's compensation law or under any plan for
employees'disability and death benefits,which may arise out of or be
caused by Verizon's provision of service within or on the exterior of the
central office of by an act or omission of DSLnet,its employees,
agents,former or striking employees,or contractors,in connection
therewith,unless caused by gross negligence or willful misconducton
the part of DSLnet.
1.6.10 DSLnet shall indemnify,defend and save harmless Verizonfrom and
against any and all losses,claims,demands,causes of action,
damages and costs,including but not limited to attorney's fees and
damages costs,and expense of relocating conduit systems resulting
from loss of right-of-way or property owner consents,which may arise
out of or be caused by the presence,in,or the occupancy of the
central office by DSLnet,and/or acts by DSLnet,its employees,agents
or contractors.
1.6.11 DSLnet shall indemnify,defend,and hold harmless Verizon,its directors,
officers and employees,servants,agents,affiliates and parent,from
and against any and all claims,cost,expense or liability of any kind,
including but not limited to reasonable attorney's fees,arising out of or
relating DSLnet installation and operation of its facilities or equipment
within the multiplexing node,roof space and transmitter space.
1.6.12 DSLnet represents,warrants and covenants that it shall comply with all
applicable federal,state or local law,ordinance,rule or regulations,
including but not limited to,any applicable environmental,fire,OSHA
or zoning laws.DSLnet shall indemnify,defend,and hold harmless
Verizon,its directors,officers and employees,servants,agents,
affiliates and parent,from and against any and all claims,cost,
expense or liability of any kind including but not limited to fines or
penalties arising out of any breach of the foregoing by DSLnet,its
directors,officers,employees,servants,agents,affiliates and parent.
These provisions shall survive the termination,cancellation,
modificationor rescission of the Agreement for at least 18 months from
the date of the termination.
1.6.13 Verizon represents,warrants and covenants that it shall comply with all
applicablefederal,state or local law,ordinance,rule or regulations,in
connectionwith its provision of service within or on the exterior of the
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central office,including but not limited to,any applicable
environmental,fire,OSHA or zoning laws.Verizon shall indemnify,
defend,and hold harmless DSLnet,its directors,officers,employees,
agents or contractors,from and against any and all claims,cost,
expense or liability of any kind including but not limited to fines or
penalties arising out of any breach of the foregoing by Verizon,its
directors,officers and employees,servants,agents,affiliates and
parent.
1.6.14 Verizon and DSLnet shall each be responsible for all persons undertheir
control or aegis working in compliance herewith,satisfactorily,and in
harmony with all others working in or on the exterior of the central
office and,as appropriate,cable space.
1.7 Casualty.
If the collocation equipment location in Verizon's Premise is renderedwholly
unusable through no fault of DSLnet,or if the Verizon Premises shall be so
damaged that Verizon shall decide to demolish it,rebuild it,or abandon (whether
or not the demised Verizon Premises are damaged in whole or in part),then,in
any of such events,Verizon may elect to terminate the collocationarrangements
in the damaged building or outside Facility structure by providing written
notification to DSLnet as soon as practicable but no later than one hundred
eighty (180)calendar days after such casualty specifying a date for the
termination of the collocation arrangements,which shall not be more than sixty
(60)calendar days after the giving of such notice.Upon the date specified in
such notice,the term of the collocation arrangement shall expire as fully and
completely as if such date were the date set forth above for the termination of
this Agreement.DSLnet shall forthwith quit,surrender and vacate the Verizon
Premises without prejudice.Unless Verizon shall serve a termination notice as
providedfor herein,Verizon shall make the repairs and restorationswith all
reasonable expedition subject to delays due to adjustment of insurance claims,
labor troubles and causes beyond Verizon's reasonable control.After any such
casualty,DSLnet shall cooperate with Verizon's restoration by removing from the
collocation space,as promptly as reasonably possible,all of DSLnet's
salvageable inventory and movable equipment,furniture and other property.
Verizon will work cooperatively with DSLnet to minimize any disruption to service
resultingfrom any damage.Verizon shall provide written notificationto DSLnet
detailing its plans to rebuild and will restore service as soon as practicable.In
the event of termination,Verizon's rights and remedies against DSLnet in effect
prior to such termination,and any fees owing,shall be paid up to such date.Any
payments of fees made by DSLnet which were because any period after such
date shall be returned to DSLnet.
1.8 Termination of Service.
1.8.1 Grounds for Termination.Verizon's obligation to provide collocation is
contingent upon DSLnet's compliance with the terms and conditions of
this Attachment and other applicable requirements of this Agreement
including,without limitation,Verizon's receipt of all applicable fees,
rates,charges,application forms and required permits.Failure of
DSLnet to make payments when due may result in termination of
service.Collocation arrangements will automatically terminate if the
premises in which the collocation space is located is closed,
decommissioned or sold and no longer houses Verizon's network
facilities.At least one hundred eighty (180)days written notice will be
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given to DSLnet of events which may lead to the automatic termination
of any such arrangement pursuant to this Attachment,except when
extraordinary circumstances require a shorter interval.In such cases,
Verizon will provide notice to DSLnet as soon as practicable.Verizon
will work with DSLnetto identify alternate collocation arrangements.
Verizon will work cooperatively with DSLnet to minimize any potential
for service interruption resulting from such actions.
In addition to the other grounds for termination of collocation services
set forth herein,Verizon also reserves the right to terminate such
services upon thirty (30)calendar days notice in the event DSLnet:(a)
is not in conformance with Verizon standards and requirements;and/or
(b)imposes continued disruption and threat of harm to Verizon
employees and/or network,or Verizon's ability to provide service to
other CLECs.
1.8.2 Effects of Termination.DSLnet must provide a minimum of thirty (30)
calendar days written notice if DSLnet elects to terminate a existing
collocation arrangement after acceptance of the collocation space,All
monthly recurring charges will continue for thirty (30)calendar days
from the date of the termination notice,or until DSLnet's equipment is
removedand the collocation space is restored to its original condition
at space turnover,whichever is longer.Upon the termination of
collocation service,DSLnet shall disconnect and remove its equipment
from the designated collocation space.Verizon reserves the right to
remove DSLnet's equipment if DSLnet fails to remove and dispose of
the equipment within the thirty (30)calendar days of discontinuance.
DSLnet will be charged the appropriate additional labor charge in
Appendix A for the removal of such equipment.Upon removal by
DSLnetof all its equipment from the collocation space,DSLnet will
reimburseVerizon for the cost to restore the collocation space to its
original condition at time of occupancy.The cost will be applied based
on the additional labor charges rate set forth in Appendix A.
1.8.3 Cancellations and Acceptance Delays.If DSLnet elects to cancel a
request for collocation when construction is in progress and prior to
acceptance of the collocation space,DSLnet must do so in writing.
Engineering/MajorAugment fees submitted with the application will not
be refunded.No monthly recurring charges will be billed to DSLnet.If
DSLnetelects to not accept a completed collocation arrangement,
DSLnet must providewritten notice within 30 calendar days of the
scheduled completion date to avoid incurring any monthly recurring
charges.Engineering/MajorAugment fees submitted with the
application will not be refunded.
1.8.4 Miscellaneous.Verizon retains ownership of Verizon Premise floor
space,adjacent land and equipment used to provide all forms of
collocation.Verizon reserves for itself and its successors and
assignees,the right to utilize the Verizon Premises'space in such a
manner as will best enable it to fulfill Verizon's service requirements.
DSLnetdoes not receive,as a result of entering into a collocation
arrangement hereunder,any right,title or interest in Verizon's Premise
Facility,the multiplexing node,multiplexing node enclosure,cable,
cable space,cable racking,vault space or conduit space other than as
expressly provided herein.To the extent that DSLnet requires use of a
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Verizon local exchange line,DSLnet must order a business local
exchange access line (B1).DSLnet may not use Verizon official lines.
1.9 Virtual Collocation.
Unless otherwise specified in this Section 1.9,the provisionscontained in other
sections of the Collocation Attachment shall apply to Virtual Collocation.
1.9.1 Description.Undervirtual collocation,Verizon installs and maintains
DSLnet provided equipment,which is dedicatedto the exclusive use of
DSLnet in a collocation arrangement.DSLnet providesfiber-optic
facilities through Verizon entrance manholes for connection to DSLnet
virtually collocated transmission equipment that provides
interconnection to Verizon facilities located in the premises.
The physical point of interface for connection to the virtual
arrangement is referred to as manhole zero.From this manhole into
the premises,Verizon shall assume ownership of and maintain the
fiber.From this manhole toward DSLnet's location,the fiber optic
cable remains DSLnet's responsibility,with DSLnet performing all
servicing and maintaining full ownership.If DSLnet is purchasing
Verizon provided unbundled interoffice facilities as transport,DSLnet
entrance fiber is not required.All elements/servicesshall be
connected to the output cables of the virtual collocation arrangement
using Verizon designated cable assignments,not channel
assignments.
Virtual collocation is offered on a first come,first served basis and is
provided subject to the availability of space and facilities in each
premises where virtual collocation is requested.
If DSLnet requests virtual collocation of equipment otherthan the
standard virtual arrangement,DSLnet and Verizon will mutually agree
upon the type of equipment to be virtually collocated.
1.9.2 Implementation Intervals and Planninq.Verizon and DSLnet shall work
cooperativelyto jointly plan the implementation milestones.Verizon
and DSLnet shall work cooperatively in meeting those milestones and
deliverables as determined during the joint planning process.A
preliminaryschedule will be developed outlining major milestones
including anticipated delivery dates for the DSLnet-provided
transmission equipment and for training.
Verizon will notify DSLnet of issues or unanticipateddelays,as they
become known.Verizon and DSLnet shall conduct additional joint
planning meetings,as reasonably required,to ensure all known issues
are discussed and to address any that may impact the implementation
process.Planning meetings shall include establishmentof schedule,
identification of tests to be performed,spare plug-in/card requirements,
test equipment,and determination of the final implementation
schedule.
The implementation interval is 105 Business Days for all standard
arrangement requests which were properlyforecast six months prior to
the application dates subject to the provisions in this Attachment
governing forecasting and capacity.Verizon and DSLnet shall work
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cooperativelyto schedule each site on a priority-basedorder.Verizon
and DSLnet shall mutually agree upon intervals for non-standard
arrangements.
1.9.3 Transmission Failure.In the event of a transmission failure,the
obligation to determinefault location,regardlessof whether the fiber
span is equipped with optical regeneration equipment,lies with the
transmitting end.It is the responsibility of the receiving end to report
incoming signal loss to the transmitting end.
1.9.4 Accommodations.Upon receipt of a completed application and
associated Virtual Engineeringfee,Verizon will conduct an application
review,engineering review and site survey at the requested premises.
Verizon will notify DSLnet within ten Business Days of the results of
this review and site survey.
The dedicated terminal equipment inside Verizon's premises shall be
provided by DSLnet and leased to Verizon for the sum of one dollar
after successful installation and equipment testing by Verizon.The
term of the operating lease will run for the duration of the virtual
collocation arrangement,at which time DSLnet will remove the
equipment.DSLnet will retain ownership of this equipment inside the
premises.Verizon will operate and maintain exclusive control over this
equipment inside the premises.
Where Verizon uses approved contractors for installation,
maintenance or repair of Virtual collocation arrangements,DSLnet
may hire the same approved contractors directlyfor installation,
maintenance or repair of DSLnet designated equipment.
Where Verizon does not use contractors,DSLnet designated
equipment and DSLnet providedfacilities used in the provision of
Virtual collocation will be installed,maintainedand repaired by
Verizon.Verizon will maintain and repair DSLnet designated
equipment under the same timeframe and standards as its own
equipment.
DSLnet personnelare not allowed on Verizon premises to maintain
and repair on Virtual collocation equipment.
Verizon shall monitor local premises and environmentalalarms to
support the equipment.Verizon will notify DSLnet if a local office
alarm detects an equipmentaffecting condition.
Verizon will be responsibleto pull the fiber into and through the cable
entrance facility (i.e.,vault)to the virtual collocation arrangement.All
installations into the cable entrance facility are performed by Verizon
personnel or its agents.
No virtual collocation arrangement will be placed in service by Verizon
until necessary training has been completed (referto Section 1.9.11).
1.9.5 Pluq-ins and Spare Cards.When a plug-in/card is determined by
Verizon to be defective,Verizon will label the plug-in as defective and
place it in DSLnet-dedicated plug-in/card storage cabinet.DSLnet will
be notified as the plug-in/card is replaced.
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Verizon will not provide spare plug-ins/cards under any circumstances,
nor is Verizon responsiblefor DSLnet'sfailure to replace defective
plug-ins/cards.Verizon shall not be held responsible if DSLnet
provides an inadequatesupply of plug-ins/cards.Verizon will
segregateand secure DSLnet-provided maintenancespares in
DSLnet-provided spare plug-in/card cabinet.
DSLnetshall provide the shop-wired piece of equipment fully pre-
equipped with working plug-ins/cards.In addition,DSLnet shall
provideVerizon with maintenance spares for each plug-in/cardtype.
The number of maintenance spares shall be the manufacturer's
recommendedamount,unless otherwise mutually agreed by Verizon
and DSLnet,provided however,that in no event shall the number of
spare plug-ins/cards be less than two of each type.These spares
must be tested by DSLnet prior to delivery to Verizon.
In addition to maintenance spares,DSLnet will also provide any
uniquetools or test equipment requiredto maintain,turn-up,or repair
the equipment.
Upon receiving notificationfrom Verizon that a plug-in/card has been
replaced,DSLnet is then responsible to contact the Verizon operations
managerto arrange exchange and replacement of the plug-in/card.
Exchanged,pre-tested spares shall be providedwithin one week of
replacement of a defective plug-in/card.
Subject to premise space availability,DSLnet shall have the option of
providing a stand-alone spare plug-in/card cabinet(s)or a rack-
mountable spare plug-in/card cabinet(s),to Verizon's specification,to
house the spare plug-ins/cards.The spare plug-in/card cabinet(s)and
minimum number of maintenance spares must be provided before the
virtual collocation arrangement is completedand service is
established.
The amount of spare plug-ins/cards required will be based on the
manufacturer's recommended amount,unless otherwise mutually
agreed by Verizon and DSLnet.
1.9.6 Safety and Technical Standards.Verizon reserves all rights to terminate,
modify or reconfigure the provision of service to DSLnet if,in the
discretion of Verizon,provision of service to DSLnet may in any way
interfere with or adversely affect Verizon's network or its ability to
service other CLECs.
All DSLnet equipment to be installed in Verizon premises must fully
comply with the GR -000063 -CORE,GR -1089 -CORE and
Verizon's premises environmental and transmission standards in effect
at the time of equipment installation.The equipment must also comply
with the requirements in NIP 74165,as they relateto fire,safety,
health,environmental,and network safeguards.
It is DSLnet's responsibility to demonstrate and provide to Verizon
adequate documentation from an accredited source certifying
compliance.DSLnet equipment must conform to the same specific
risk/safety/hazard standards which Verizon imposes on its own
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premises equipment as defined in RNSA -NEB -95 -0003,Revision
10 or higher.
DSLnet equipment is not required to meet the same performance and
reliability standards as Verizon imposes on its own equipment as
defined in RNSA -NEB -95 -0003,Revision 10 or higher.DSLnet
may install equipment that has been deployed by Verizon for five years
or more with a proven safety record.
All DSLnet's entrance facilities and splices must comply with TR -TSY
-00020,TR --NWT -001058,BR -760 -200 -030 and SR -TAP -
001421 as they relate to fire,safety,health,environmental safeguards
and interference with Verizon's services and facilities.Such
requirements include,but are not limited to the following:(1)The
fibers must be single mode;(2)The fiber optic units must be of loose
tube (12 fibers)or ribbon (12 fibers)design;(3)The fiber cable must
be marked accordingto the cable marking requirements in GR -20 -
CORE,Section 6.2.1 -4;(4)The fiber must be identified according to
the fiber and unit identification (color codes)in GR -20 -CORE,
Section 6.2.5;(5)Unless otherwise mutually agreed,the outer cable
jacket shall consist of a polyethylene resin,carbon black,and suitable
antioxidant system;and (6)Silica fibers shall be fusible with a
commercially availablefusion splicer(s)that is commonly used for this
operation.
1.9.7 Control Over Premises-Based Equipment.Verizon exercises exclusive
physical control over the premises-based transmission equipment that
terminates DSLnet's circuits and provides the installation,
maintenance,and repair services necessaryto assure proper
operation of the virtually collocated facilities and equipment.Such
work will be performed by Verizon under the direction of DSLnet.
1.9.8 Removal of Equipment.Verizon reserves the right to remove facilities
and equipmentfrom its list of approved products if such products,
facilities and equipment are determined to be no longercompliant with
NEBS standards or GR -1089 -CORE.
1.9.9 Installation and Trouble Resolution.Verizon will process and prioritize
the trouble ticket in the same manner it does for its own equipment,
including the dispatch of a technician to the equipment.The technician
will contact DSLnetat the number provided and service the equipment
as instructed and directed by DSLnet.
1.9.10 Placement,Removal and Monitorinq of Facilities and Equipment.From
manhole zero toward DSLnet's location the fiber optic cable remains
DSLnet's responsibility,with DSLnet performing all servicing and
maintaining full ownership.
DSLnet has the responsibilityto remotely monitor and control their
circuits terminating in Verizon's premises,however,DSLnet will not
enter Verizon's premises under virtual collocation arrangements.
Performanceand surveillance monitoring and trouble isolation shall be
provided by DSLnet.A clear distinction must be made by DSLnet
when submitting reports of troubles on Verizon services/elements
connected to the virtually collocated equipment and reports of troubles
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with the collocated equipment.The former can be handled using
Verizon technicians and standard processes.The latter will require
specially trained technicians familiar with the collocated equipment
(refer to Section 1.9.11).
When DSLnet isolates a trouble and determines that a Verizon
technician should be dispatched to the equipment location for a
servicing procedure,DSLnet shall enter a trouble ticket with Verizon.
DSLnet shall provide standardtrouble information,including the virtual
collocation arrangement's circuit identification,nature of the activity
request,and the name and telephone number of DSLnet's
technician/contact.
Responsesto all equipment servicing needs will be at DSLnet's
direction.Maintenancewill not be performed without DSLnet's direct
instruction and authorization.
If DSLnet is providing its own transport fiber for the virtual collocation
arrangement,DSLnet will arrange placement of the fiber into manhole
zero with enough length (as designated by Verizon)to reach the virtual
collocation arrangement.
Maintenance activity (troublein the equipment)is to be tested,isolated
and evaluated by DSLnet.Verizon technicians will perform the
instructed activities on the equipment as specifically directed by the
CLEC.
DSLnet shall provide,own,and operate the terminal equipmentat their
site outside Verizon's premises.
1.9.11 Use of Non-Standard Equipment.When DSLnet requests a virtual
collocation arrangement consisting of equipment which Verizon does
not use in its network nor has deployed in that particular premise to
provide service to itself or another CLEC,DSLnet shall be responsible
for training 50%,but no fewer than five,of Verizon technicians in the
administrative work unit responsible for servicing the equipment.Any
special tools or electronic test sets that Verizon does not have at the
premises involved must be provided by DSLnet with adequate
manufacturer's training.
DSLnet is responsible to arrange and pay all costs (includingbut not
limited to transportation and lodging for Verizon technicians)to have
Verizon technicians professionallytrained by appropriate trainers
certified on the specific equipment to be used to provide the virtual
collocation arrangement to DSLnet.DSLnet shall also pay for Verizon
technicians'time subject to rates contained in Appendix A.When
travel is required,travel expenses associated with training will be
charged to DSLnet based on ticket stubs and/or receipts.This
includes paying for mileage according to the IRS rates for personal car
mileage or airfare,as appropriate DSLnet also has the option of
arranging and paying for all travel expenses for Verizon technicians
directly.
In the event of an equipment upgrade,DSLnet must provide
secondarytraining subject to the provisions contained herein.
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1.9.12 Additions and Rearranqements.Once DSLnet has established a virtual
collocation arrangement,changes to the existing configuration,
(including but not limited to,growing,upgrading,and/or reconfiguring
the current equipment)are considered rearrangementsto that virtual
collocation arrangement.If DSLnet decides to rearrange an existing
virtual collocation arrangement,DSLnet must submit a new application
outlining the details of the rearrangement along with a Virtual
Engineering/MajorAugment fee.
1.9.13 Application of Rates and Charqes.
Billinq.Verizon will apply charges (e.g.,nonrecurring and recurring
rates for entry fiber,power,etc.)and commence billing for the virtual
collocation arrangement upon completion of the installation,when it
shall havefinished all elements of the installation under its control.
The readiness of DSLnetto utilize the completed virtual collocation
arrangement will not impair the right of Verizon to commence billing.
Verizon shall charge DSLnet for all costs incurred in providingthe
virtual collocation arrangement,including,but not limited to,Verizon's
planning,engineering and installation time and costs incurred by
Verizon for inventory services.Any and all expenses associated with
placing DSLnet's fiber in manhole zero,including license fees,shall be
the responsibility of DSLnet.
Virtual Engineerinq Fee.Verizon will require a Virtual
Engineering/MajorAugment fee (NRC)per virtual collocation request,
per premise or other Verizon location where DSLnet requeststo
establish virtual collocation.A Virtual Engineering/MajorAugment fee
is required to be submitted by DSLnetwith its application.This fee
applies for all new virtual collocation arrangements as well as
subsequentadditions to an existing arrangement,and provides for
application processing,and for Verizon's performance of an initial site
visit and an engineering evaluation.
If DSLnet cancels or withdraws its request for a virtual collocation
arrangement prior to turn-up,DSLnetwill be liable for all costs and
liabilities incurred by Verizon in the developing,establishing,or
otherwisefurnishing the virtual collocation arrangement up to the point
of cancellation or withdrawal.
Other Virtual Collocation Rate Elements.The application,description,
and rates of collocation rate elementsthat are also applicablefor
Virtual Collocation are described in Appendix A.
1.9.14 Conversions.Requestsfor converting Virtual Collocation arrangements
to Caged or Cageless arrangements shall be submitted and
designated as an Augment Application described in Section 1.2.5.
Requestsfor converting a Virtual arrangementto a Cageless
arrangementthat requires no physical changes to the arrangementwill
be assessed a Minor Augment fee.All other conversion requestsfor
Virtual to Caged or Cageless will be assessed an Engineering/Major
Augment Fee and other applicable charges.Verizon will notify DSLnet
within ten (10)Business Days following receipt of the completed
Augment Application if DSLnet conversion request is accepted or
denied.When converting a Virtual arrangement to a Caged or
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Cageless arrangement,DSLnet's equipment may need to be relocated.
The CLEC will be responsiblefor all costs associated with the
relocation of its equipment as described in Section 1.2.7.
1.10 Microwave Collocation.
Microwave collocation is available on a first-come first-served basis where
technically feasible.The microwave equipment may include microwave
antenna(s),mounts,towers or other antenna support equipment on the exterior
of the building,and radio transmitter/receiver equipment located either inside or
on the exterior of the building.All microwave antennas must be physically
interconnectedto Verizon facilities through the collocation arrangement.Unless
otherwise specified in this Section 1.10,the provisions contained in other
sections of the Collocation Attachment shall apply to MicrowaveCollocation.
1.10.1 Accommodations.Verizon will provide space within the cable riser,
cable rack support structures and betweenthe transmitter/receiver
space and the roof space needed to reach the physical or virtual
collocation arrangement and to access Verizon's interconnectionpoint.
Waveguide may not be placed in Verizon cable risers or racks.
Verizon reserves the right to prohibit the installation of waveguide,
metallic conduit and coaxial cable through or near sensitive equipment
areas.The route of the waveguide and/or coaxial cable as well as any
protection required will be discussed during the pre-construction
survey.
Verizon will designate the space in,on or above the exterior walls and
roof of the premises which will constitute the roof space or
transmitter/receiver space.Verizon may require DSLnet's
transmitter/receiver equipment to be installed in a locked cabinet which
may be free standing,wall mounted or relay rack mounted.Verizon
may enclose DSLnet's multiplexing node or transmitter/receiver
equipment in a cage or room.
At the option of Verizon,the antenna support structure shall be built,
owned and maintained by either Verizon or by "CLEC.Verizon
reserves the right to use existing support structures for DSLnet's
antenna,subject to space and capacity limitations.Verizon also
reserves the right to use any unused portion of a support structure
owned by CLEC for any reason,subject to the provisions set forth
below.It shall be the responsibility of the owner of the support
structure to maintain a record of the net book value of the structure.
When Verizon is the owner of the structure,it shall keep such records
in accordance with the FCC's Part 32 uniform system of accounts.
When DSLnet is the owner of the structure,it shall keep such records
in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles.
The owner of the support structure shall use reasonable effortsto
accommodate requests by other CLECs to use the support structure
for microwave interconnection on a first-come first-served basis.
For those interconnecting via microwave facilities,transmitter/receiver
equipment may be located in DSLnet's interior collocation space,or in
a separate location inside or on the exterior of the building as
determined by Verizon.
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1.10.2 Security.Verizon will permit DSLnet's employees,agents and
contractors approved by Verizon to have access to the areas where
DSLnet's microwave antenna and associated equipment (e.g.,tower
and support structure,transmitter/receiver equipment,and waveguide
and/or coaxial cable)is located during normal business hours for
installation and routine maintenance,provided that DSLnetemployees,
agents and contractors comply with the policies and practices of
Verizon pertaining to fire,safety and security.Such approval will not
be unreasonably withheld.During non-business hours,Verizon will
provideaccess on a per event basis.
Verizon will also permit all approved employees,agents and
contractors of DSLnetto have access to DSLnet's cable and
associated equipment (e.g.,repeaters).This will include access to
riser cable,cableways,and any room or area necessary for access.
1.10.3 Safety and Technical Standards.Verizon reserves the right to remove
facilities and equipment from its list of approved products if such
products,facilities and equipment are determined to be no longer
compliant with NEBS standards or electromagnetic compatibilityand
electrical safety generic criteria for network telecommunication
equipment specified in GR -1089 -CORE.Verizon will provide90
days notice of the change unless it is due to an emergencywhich
renders notice impossible.
Verizon reserves the right to review wind or ice loadings,etc.,for
antennas over 18 inches in diameter or for any multiple antenna
installations,and to require changes necessaryto insure that such
loadings meet generally accepted engineering criteria for radio tower
structures.
The minimum height of equipment placement,such as microwave
antennas,must be eight feet from the roof..For masts,towers and/or
antennas over 10 feet in height,DSLnet or if applicable,Verizon,shall
havethe complete structure,including guys and supports,inspected
every two years by an acceptable licensed professional engineer of its
choice specializing in this type of inspection.For DSLnet owned
structures that are solely for the use of one CLEC's antenna(s),such
inspection will be at DSLnet's own cost and expense.For structures
used by multiple CLECs,the costs associated with such inspection
shall be apportioned based on relative capacity ratios.A copy of this
report may be filed with Verizon within 10 days of the inspection.The
owner shall be responsible to complete all maintenance and/or repairs,
as recommended by the engineer,within 90 days.
DSLnet shall provide written notice to Verizon of any complaint (and
resolution of such complaint)by any governmental authority or others
pertaining to the installation,maintenance or operation of DSLnet's
facilities or equipment located in roof space or transmitter/receiver
space.DSLnet also agrees to take all necessary corrective action.
All DSLnet microwave equipment to be installed in or on the exterior of
Verizon premises must be on the Verizon's list of approved products,
or equipment that is demonstrated as complying with the technical
specifications desenbed herein.Where a difference may exist in the
specifications,the more stringent shall apply.
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DSLnet must comply with Verizon technical specificationsfor
microwave collocation interconnection specified in NIP -74171 and
Verizon's digital switch environmental requirements specified in NIP -
74165,as they relate to fire,safety,health,environmental,and
network safeguards,and ensure that DSLnet provided equipment and
installation activities do not act as a hindrance to Verizon services or
facilities.DSLnet's equipment placed in or on roof space or
transmitter/receiver space must also comply with all applicable rules
and regulations of the FCC and the FAA.
DSLnet facilities shall be placed,maintained,relocated or removed in
accordancewith the applicable requirements and specificationsof the
current edition of NIP -74171,national electric code,the national
electrical safety code,rules and regulations of the OSHA,and any
governing authority having jurisdiction.
All DSLnet microwave facilities must comply with Bellcore
specifications regarding microwave and radio based transmission and
equipment,CEF,BR -760 -200 -030,and SR -TAP -001421;and
Verizon's practices as they relate to fire,safety,health,environmental
safeguards transmission and electrical grounding requirements,or
interferencewith Verizon services or facilities.
The equipment located in,on or above the exterior walls or roof of
Verizon's building must either be on Verizon's list of approved
products or fully comply with requirements specified in GR -63 -
CORE,GR -1089 -CORE and NIP 74171.This equipment must
also comply with NIP -74160,premise engineering environmental and
transmission standards as they relate to fire,safety,health,
environmental safeguards,or interference with Verizon service or
facilities.
Each transmitter individually and all transmitters collectively at a given
location shall comply with appropriate federal,state and/or local
regulations governing the safe levels of radio frequency radiation.The
minimum standard to be met by DSLnet in all cases is specified in
ANSI C95.1 -1982.
DSLnet equipment must conform to the same specific risk,safety,
hazard standards which Verizon imposes on its own premises
equipment as defined in RNSA -NEB -95 -0003,Revision 10 or
higher.DSLnet equipment is not required to meet the same
performance and reliability standards as Verizon imposes on its own
equipment as defined in RNSA -NEB -95 -0003,Revision 10 or
higher.
1.10.4 Placement and Removal of
Facilities and Equipment.Prior to installation of DSLnet's facilities or
transmission equipment for microwave interconnection,DSLnet must
obtain at its sole cost and expense all necessary licenses,permits,
approvals,and/or variances for the installation and operation of the
equipment and particular microwave system,and when applicable for
any towers or support structures,as may be required by authorities
having jurisdiction.
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DSLnet is not permitted to penetrate the building exterior wall or roof
when installing or maintaining transmission equipment and support
structures.All building penetrationwill be done by Verizon or a hired
agent of Verizon.
Any DSLnet's equipment used to produce or extract moisture must be
connected to existing or newly constructed building or roof top
drainage systems,at the expense of DSLnet.
DSLnet will be responsible for supplying,installing,maintaining,
repairing and servicing the following microwave specific equipment:
Waveguide,waveguide conduit,and/or coaxial cable,the microwave
antenna and associated tower and support structure and any
associated equipment;and the transmitter/receiver equipmentand any
required grounding.
DSLnet may install equipment that has been deployed by the Verizon
for five years or more with a proven safety record.
1.10.5 Moves,Replacementsor Other Modifications.Where DSLnet intends to
modify,move replace or add to equipment or facilities within or about
the roof space or transmitter/receiver space(s)and requires special
consideration (e.g.,use of freight elevators,loading dock,staging area,
etc.),DSLnet must request and receive written consent from Verizon.
Such consent will not be unreasonably withheld.DSLnet shall not
make any changes from initial installation in terms of the numberof
transmitter/receivers,type of radio equipment,power output of
transmitters or any other technical parameterswithout the prior written
approval of Verizon.
1.10.6 Space and Facilities.Monthly rates are applicable to each microwave
CLEC for the space (generally on the premises roof)associated with
Verizon or DSLnet owned antenna support structures.The rate is
calculated using the rate per square foot,multiplied by the square
footage of the footprint,which resultant is multiplied by the CLEC's
RCRs,(i.e.,the sum of the RCRs of each of the CLEC's antennas).
Squarefootage for the footprint will be based on the length times width
of the entirefootprint formed on the horizontal plane (generally the roof
top)by the antenna(s),tower(s),mount(s),guy wires and/or support
structures used by DSLnet.For a non-rectangularfootprint,the length
will be measured at the longest part of the footprint and the width will
be the widest part of the footprint.
The owner of the support structure may charge DSLnets proposingto
use the structure,on a one-time basis,for the following costs and/or
values.Any incremental costs associated with installing the user's
antenna,including but not limited to,the costs of engineering studies,
roof penetrations,structural attachments,support structure
modification or reinforcement,zoning and building permits.A portion
of the net book value of the support structure based on the relative
capacity ratio (RCR)of the user's proposed antenna(s)to be mounted
on the structure.A user's RCR represents the percent of the total
capacity of the support structure used by user's antenna(s)on the
structure.Spare capacity shall be deemed to be that of the owner of
the structure.RCRs shall be expressed as a two place decimal
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number,rounded to the nearest whole percent.The sum of all user's
RCRs and the owner's RCR shall at all times equal 1.00.It shall be
the responsibility of the owner of the structure to provide the proposed
user the net book value of the structure at the time of the proposed
use.Upon request,the owner shall also provide the proposed user
accounting records or other documentation supporting the net book
value.
The owner of the structure may not assess other users of the structure
any charges in addition to the one-time charge described above,
except that the owner of the structure may assess other user's a
proportionate share of inspection costs and Verizon may assess
microwave CLECs monthly recurring charges for use of its roof space.
At the time a CLEC (includingthe owner)proposesto attach additional
antennas to an existing support structure,it shall be the responsibility
of that CLEC to obtain,at their cost and expense,an engineering
analysis by a registered structural engineer to determine the relative
capacity ratio of all antennas on the structure,including the proposed
antennas.
When a CLEC is the owner of the structure,the proposed user shall
pay the owner directly the one-time charge as set forth above.When
Verizon is the owner of the support structure,it shall determine the
charge on an individual case basis.In the event that a CLEC who
owns the support structure fails to comply with these provisions,at
Verizon's option,ownership of the support structure shall transfer to
Verizon.
Costs incurred by Verizon to conduct a review for wind or ice loadings
(etc.)for antennas over 18 inches in diameter,or for any multiple
antenna installation,and any changes which may be required thereto
in order to insure that such loadings meet generally accepted
engineering criteria for radio tower structures,will be billed to DSLnet.
1.10.7 Emergency Power and/or Environmental Support.In the event special
work must be done by Verizon to provide emergency power or
environmental support to the transmitter/receiver equipment or
antenna,DSLnetwill be billed on a time and materials basis for the
costs incurred.
1.10.8 Escortinq.When DSLnet personnelare escorted by a qualified Verizon
employee for access to the roof space,transmitter/receiver space,or
cable risers and racking for maintenance,the miscellaneous labor
charges as set forth in Appendix A will apply.
2.DSLnet's Provision of Collocation
Upon request by Verizon,DSLnet shall provideto Verizon collocation of facilities and
equipment for the purpose of facilitating Verizon's interconnection with facilities or
services of DSLnet.DSLnet shall provide collocation on a non-discriminatory basis in
accordance with DSLnet's applicable Tariffs,or in the absence of applicable DSLnet
Tariffs,in accordance with terms,conditions and prices to be negotiated by the Parties.
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911 ATTACHMENT
1.911/E-911 Arrangements
1.1 DSLnet may,at its option,interconnect to the Verizon 911/E-911 Selective
Router or 911 Tandem Offices,as appropriate,that serve the areas in which
DSLnet provides Telephone Exchange Services,for the provision of 911/E-911
services and for access to all subtending Public Safety Answering Points
(PSAP).In such situations,Verizon will provide DSLnetwith the appropriate
CLLI codes and specifications of the Tandem Office serving area.In areas
where E-911 is not available,DSLnet and Verizon will negotiate arrangements to
connect DSLnetto the 911 service in accordancewith applicable state law.
1.2 Path and route diverse Interconnectionsfor 911/E-911 shall be made at the
DSLnet-IP,the Verizon-IP,or other points as necessary and mutually agreed,
and as required by law or regulation.
1.3 Within thirty (30)days of its receipt of a complete and accurate request from
DSLnet,to include all required information and applicable forms,and to the
extent authorized by the relevant federal,state,and local authorities,Verizon will
provide DSLnet,where Verizon offers 911 service,with the following at a
reasonablefee,if applicable:
1.3.1 a file via electronic medium containing the Master Street Address Guide
("MSAG")for each county within the LATA(s)where DSLnet is
providing,or represents to Verizon that it intends to provide within sixty
(60)days of DSLnet's request,local exchange service,which MSAG
shall be updated as the need arises and a complete copy of which
shall be made available on an annual basis;
1.3.2 a list of the address and CLLI code of each 911/E-911 selective router or
911 Tandem office(s)in the area in which DSLnet plans to offer
Telephone Exchange Service;
1.3.3 a list of geographical areas,e.g.,LATAs,counties or municipalities,with
the associated 911 tandems,as applicable.
1.3.4 a list of Verizon personnel who currently have responsibilityfor 911/E-
911 requirements,includinga list of escalation contacts should the
primary contacts be unavailable.
1.3.5 any special 911 trunking requirements for each 911/E-911 selective
router or 911 Tandem Office,where available,and;
1.3.6 prompt return of any DSLnet 911/E-911 data entry files containing errors,
so that DSLnet may ensure the accuracy of the Customer records.
2.Electronic Interface
DSLnet shall use,where available,the appropriate Verizon electronic interface,through
which DSLnet shall input and provide a daily update of 911/E-911 database information
related to appropriate DSLnet Customers.In those areas where an electronic interface is
not available,DSLnet shall provide Verizon with all appropriate 911/E-911 information
such as name,address,and telephone numbervia facsimile for Verizon's entry into the
911/E-911 database system.Any 911/E-911-related data exchanged between the
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Parties prior to the availability of an electronic interface shall conform to Verizon
standards,whereas 911/E-911-related data exchanged electronically shall conform to the
National Emergency NumberAssociation standards (NENA).DSLnet may also use the
electronic interface,where available,to query the 911/E-911 database to verify the
accuracy of DSLnet Customer information.
3.911 Interconnection
Verizon and DSLnetwill use commercially reasonable efforts to facilitate the prompt,
robust,reliable and efficient interconnection of DSLnet systems to the 911/E-911
platforms and/or systems.
4.911 Facilities
DSLnet shall be responsiblefor providing facilities from the DSLnet End Office to the 911
Tandem or selective router.DSLnetshall deploy diverse routing of 911 trunk pairs to the
911 tandem or selective router.
5.Local Number Portability for use with 911
The Parties acknowledge that until Local Number Portability (LNP)with full 911/E-911
compatibility is utilized for all ported telephone numbers,the use of Interim Number
Portability ("lNP")creates a special need to have the Automatic Location Identification
(ALI)screen reflecttwo numbers:the "old"number and the "new"number assigned by
DSLnet.Therefore,for those ported telephone numbers using INP,DSLnet will provide
the 911/E-911 database with both the forwarded number and the directory number,as
well as all other required information including the appropriate address informationfor the
customer for entry into the 911/E-911 database system.Further,DSLnet will outpulse
the telephone number to which the call has been forwarded (that is,the Customer's ANI)
to the 911 Tandem office or selective router.DSLnet will include their NENA five
character Company Identification ("COID")for inclusion in the ALI display.
5.1 DSLnet is required to enter data into the 911/E-911 database under the NENA
Standards for LNP.This includes,but is not limited to,using DSLnet's NENA
COID to lock and unlock records and the posting of DSLnet's NENA COIDto the
ALI record where such locking and migrating feature for 911/E-911 records are
available or as defined by local standards.
6.PSAP Coordination
Verizon and DSLnet will work cooperatively to arrange meetings with PSAPs to answer
any technical questions the PSAPs,or county or municipal coordinators may have
regarding the 911/E-911 arrangements.
7.911 Compensation
DSLnet will compensate Verizon for connections to its 911/E-911 platform and/or system
pursuantto the rate schedule included in the Pricing Attachment.
8.911 Rules and Regulations
DSLnet and Verizon will comply with all applicable rules and regulations (including911
taxes and surcharges as defined by local requirements)pertaining to the provisionof
911/E-911 services in Idaho.
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PRICING ATTACHMENT
1.General
1.1 As used in this Attachment,the term "Charges"means the rates,fees,charges
and prices for a Service.
1.2 Except as stated in Section 2 or Section 3,below,Charges for Services shall be
as stated in this Section 1.
1.3 The Charges for a Service shall be the Charges for the Service stated in the
Providing Party's applicable Tariff.
1.4 In the absence of Chargesfor a Service established pursuant to Section 1.3,the
Charges shall be as stated in Appendix A of this Pricing Attachment.
1.5 The Chargesstated in AppendixA of this Pricing Attachment shall be
automatically superseded by any applicable Tariff Charges.The Charges stated
in Appendix A of this Pricing Attachment also shall be automatically superseded
by any new Charge(s)when such new Charge(s)are required by any order of the
Commission or the FCC,approved by the Commission or the FCC,or otherwise
allowed to go into effect by the Commission or the FCC (including,but not limited
to,in a Tariff that has been filed with the Commission or the FCC),provided such
new Charge(s)are not subject to a stay issued by any court of competent
jurisdiction.
1.6 In the absence of Chargesfor a Service established pursuant to Sections 1.3
through 1.5,if Charges for a Service are otherwise expressly provided for in this
Agreement,such Charges shall apply.
1.7 In the absence of Charges for a Service established pursuant to Sections 1.3
through 1.6,the Charges for the Service shall be the Providing Party's FCC or
Commission approved Charges.
1.8 In the absence of Charges for a Service established pursuantto Sections 1.3
through 1.7,the Charges for the Service shall be mutually agreed to by the
Parties in writing.
2.Verizon Telecommunications Services Provided to DSLnet for Resale Pursuant to
the Resale Attachment
2.1 Verizon Telecommunications Servicesfor which Verizon is Requiredto Provide a
Wholesale Discount Pursuant to Section 251(c)(4)of the Act.
2.1.1 The Charges for a Verizon Telecommunications Service purchased by
DSLnetfor resale for which Verizon is required to provide a wholesale
discount pursuant to Section 251(c)(4)of the Act shall be the Retail
Price for such Service set forth in Verizon's applicable Tariffs (or,if
there is no Tariff Retail Price for such Service,Verizon's Retail Price
for the Service that is generally offered to Verizon's Customers),less
to the extent required by Applicable Law:(a)the applicable wholesale
discount stated in Verizon's Tariffs for Verizon Telecommunications
Services purchasedfor resale pursuant to Section 251(c)(4)of the Act
or,(b)in the absence of an applicable Verizon Tariff wholesale
discount for Verizon Telecommunications Services purchasedfor
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resale pursuant to Section 251(c)(4)of the Act,the applicable
wholesale discount stated in Appendix A for Verizon
Telecommunications Services purchasedfor resale pursuant to
Section 251(c)(4)of the Act.
2.1.2 The Chargesfor a Verizon Telecommunications Service Customer
Specific Arrangement ("CSA")purchased by DSLnetfor resale
pursuant to Section 3.3 of the Resale Attachmentfor which Verizon is
requiredto provide a wholesale discount pursuant to Section 251(c)(4)
of the Act,shall be the Retail Price for the CSA,less,to the extent
required by Applicable Law:(a)the applicable wholesale discount
stated in Verizon's Tariffs for Verizon Telecommunications Services
purchased for resale pursuant to Section 251(c)(4)of the Act;or,(b)in
the absence of an applicable Verizon Tariff wholesale discount for
Verizon Telecommunications Services purchasedfor resale pursuant
to Section 251(c)(4)of the Act,the applicable discount stated in
Appendix A for Verizon Telecommunications Services purchasedfor
resale pursuant to Section 251(c)(4)of the Act.Notwithstandingthe
foregoing,in accordance with,and to the extent permitted by
Applicable Law,Verizon may establish a wholesale discount for a CSA
that differs from the wholesale discount that is generally applicableto
TelecommunicationsServices providedto DSLnet for resale pursuant
to Section 251(c)(4)of the Act.
2.1.3 NotwithstandingSections 2.1 and 2.2,in accordance with,and to the
extent permitted by Applicable Law,Verizon may at any time establish
a wholesale discount for a Telecommunications Service (including,but
not limited to,a CSA)that differs from the wholesale discount that is
generally applicable to Telecommunications Services provided to
DSLnet for resale pursuant to Section 251(c)(4)of the Act.
2.1.4 The wholesalediscount stated in AppendixA shall be automatically
superseded by any new wholesale discount when such new wholesale
discount is required by any order of the Commission or the FCC,
approved by the Commission or the FCC,or otherwise allowed to go
into effect by the Commission or the FCC,provided such new
wholesale discount is not subject to a stay issued by any court of
competent jurisdiction.
2.1.5 The wholesale discount provided for in Sections 2.1.1 through 2.1.3 shall
not be applied to:
2.1.5.1 Short term promotions as defined in 47 CFR §51.613;
2.1.5.2 Except as otherwise provided by Applicable Law,Exchange
Access services;
2.1.5.3 Subscriber Line Charges,Federal Line Cost Charges,end
user common line Charges,taxes,and government
Charges and assessment (including,but not limited to,9-1-
1 Charges and Dual Party Relay Service Charges).
2.1.5.4 Any other service or Charge that the Commission,the FCC,
or other governmental entity of appropriatejurisdiction
determines is not subject to a wholesale rate discount under
Section 251(c)(4)of the Act.
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2.2 Verizon Telecommunications Services for vihich Verizon is Not Required to
Provide a Wholesale Discount Pursuant to Section 251(c)(4)of the Act.
2.2.1 The Charges for a Verizon Telecommunications Servicefor which
Verizon is not required to provide a wholesale discount pursuant to
Section 251(c)(4)of the Act shall be the Charges stated in Verizon's
Tariffs for such Verizon Telecommunications Service (or,if there are
no Verizon Tariff Charges for such Service,Verizon's Chargesfor the
Service that are generally offered by Verizon).
2.2.2 The Charges for a Verizon Telecommunications Servicecustomer
specific contract service arrangement ("CSA")purchased by DSLnet
pursuant to Section 3.3 of the Resale Attachment for which Verizon is
not required to provide a wholesale discount pursuant to Section
251(c)(4)of the Act shall be the Charges provided for in the CSA and
any other Chargesthat Verizon could bill the person to whom the CSA
was originally provided (including,but not limited to,applicable Verizon
Tariff Charges).
2.3 Other Charqes.
2.3.1 DSLnet shall pay,or collect and remit to Verizon,without discount,all
Subscriber Line Charges,Federal Line Cost Charges,and end user
common line Charges,associated with Verizon Telecommunications
Services provided by Verizon to DSLnet.
3.DSLnet Prices
Notwithstandingany other provision of this Agreement,the Charges that DSLnet bills
Verizon for DSLnet's Services shall not exceed the Charges for Verizon's comparable
Services,except to the extent that DSLnet's cost to provide such DSLnet Services to
Verizon exceeds the Charges for Verizon's comparable Services and DSLnet has
demonstrated such cost to Verizon,or,at Verizon's request,to the Commission or the
FCC.
4.Section 271
If Verizon is a Bell Operating Company (as defined in the Act)and in order to comply with
Section 271(c)(2)(B)of the Act provides a Service under this Agreement that Verizon is
not requiredto provide by Section 251 of the Act,Verizon shall havethe right to establish
Charges for such Service in a manner that differs from the manner in which under
Applicable Law (including,but not limited to,Section 252(d)of the Act)Charges must be
set for Services provided under Section 251.
5.Regulatory Review of Prices
Notwithstandingany other provision of this Agreement,each Party reserves its respective
rights to institute an appropriate proceeding with the FCC,the Commission or other
governmental body of appropriate jurisdiction:(a)with regard to the Charges for its
Services (including,but not limited to,a proceedingto changethe Charges for its
services,whether providedfor in any of its Tariffs,in Appendix A,or otherwise);and (b)
with regard to the Charges of the other Party (including,but not limited to,a proceeding
to obtain a reduction in such Charges and a refund of any amounts paid in excess of any
Charges that are reduced).
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IDAHO APPENDIX A TO THE PGICINGATTACHMENT*
I.Rates and Charges for Transportation and Termination of Traffic
A.The Reciprocal Compensation Traffic Termination rate elementthat applies to
Reciprocal Compensation Traffic on a minute of use basis for traffic that is
delivered to an End Office is $0.0054184.
B.The Reciprocal Compensation Traffic Termination rate element that applies to
Reciprocal Compensation Traffic on a minute of use basis for traffic that is
delivered to Tandem Switch is $0.0094514.*
C.The Tandem Transiting Charge is $0.004033*.
D.Entrance Facility Charge:See intrastate Access
Tariff
All rates and/or rate structures set forth herein,that are marked with an asterisk ('*'),as applied to wholesale discount of
retail Telecommunications Services,unbundled Network Elements or call transport and/or termination of Reciprocal
CompensationTraffic purchased for the provision of Telephone Exchange Service or Exchange Access,shall be interim
rates and/or rate structures.These interim rates and/or rate structures shall be replaced on a prospective basis by such
permanent rates and/or rate structures (applicable to wholesale discount of retail Telecommunications Services,
unbundled Network Elements or call transport and/or termination of Reciprocal Compensation Traffic purchased for the
provision of Telephone Exchange Service or Exchange Access)as may be approved by the Commission and if appealed
as may be ordered at the conclusion of such appeal.
2 Certain of the rates and charges set forth within,as indicated by an "diamond"(+),are arbitrated rates taken from the
previously arbitrated Interconnection,Resale and UnbundlingAgreement between Verizon and AT&T Communications,
which was approved by the Commission in an Order dated December 12,1996,in Docket Nos.265-MA-102 and 2180-
MA-100.Verizon has agreed to use and to incorporate herein such arbitrated rates subject to the following:The Parties
expressly agree (1)that such arbitrated rates shall not be deemed to have been voluntarily negotiated by the Parties and
such arbitrated rates are not subject to interstate MFNobligations under Appendix D,Sections 31 and 32,of the Merger
Order,as set forth more fully in Section 37.2 of the General Terms and Conditions;and (2)that,for purposes of
calculating Reciprocal Compensation,the arbitrated rates shall not apply to internet Traffic,as set forth more fully in
Section 7.3.2 of the Interconnection Attachment.The foregoing shall not,in any way,limit any other term,condition,
limitation or reservation of right in the Agreement that applies to rates,including,but not limitedto,Section 37 of the
General Terms and Conditions.The Parties further agree that the Commission's Order in Docket Nos.265-MA-102 and
2180-MA-100,to the extent such Order established the arbitrated rates,shall be deemed an "arbitration decision
associated with this Agreement"under Section 37.1 of the General Terms and Conditions
3 AII rates and charges specified herein are pertaining to the Interconnection Attachment
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II.Services Available for Resale
The avoided cost discount for all Resale services is 13.50%4
Non-Recurring Charges (NRCs)for Resale Services
Pre-ordering
CLEC Account Establishment Per CLEC $273.09
Customer Record Search Per Account $11.69
Ordering and Provisioning
Engineered Initial Service Order (ISO)-New Service $311.98
Engineered Initial Service Order -As Specified $123.84
Engineered Subsequent Service Order $59.61
Non-Engineered Initial Service Order -New Service $42.50
Non-Engineered Initial Service Order -Changeover $21.62
Non-Engineered Initial Service Order -As Specified $82.13
Non-Engineered Subsequent Service Order $19.55
Central Office Connect $12.21
Outside Facility Connect $68.30
Manual Ordering Charge $12.17
Product Specific
NRCs,other than those for Pre-ordering,Ordering and Provisioning,and Custom
Handlingas listed in this Appendix,will be charged from the appropriate retail
tariff.No discount applies to such NRCs.
4 In compliance with the FCC Order approving the Merger of GTE Corporation and Bell Atlantic (CC Docket No.
98-1840),Verizon will offer limitedduration promotional discounts on resold residential exchange access lines.The terms
and conditions on which these promotional discounts are being made available can be found on Verizon's web site,at
http://www.qte.com/wise for former GTE service areas and ""y www bell-atl.com/wholesale/html/resources.htmfor
former Bell Atlantic service areas.
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Custom Handling
Service Order Expedite:
Engineered $35.48
Non-Engineered $12.59
Coordinated Conversions:
ISO $17.76
Central Office Connection $10.71
Outside Facility Connection $9.59
Hot Coordinated Conversion First Hour:
ISO $30.55
Central Office Connection $42.83
Outside Facility Connection $38.34
Hot Coordinated Conversion per Additional Quarter Hour:
ISO $6.40
Central Office Connection $10.71
Outside Facility Connection $9.59
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Application of NRCs
Pre-ordering:
CLEC Account Establishment is a one-time charge applied the first time that
DSLnet orders any service from this Agreement.
Customer Record Search applies when DSLnet requests a summary of the
services currently subscribed to by the end-user.
Ordering and Provisioning:
Engineered Initial Service Order -New Service applies per Local Service
Request (LSR)when engineering work activity is required to complete the order,
e.g.digital loops.
Non-Engineered Initial Service Order -New Service applies per LSR when no
engineering work activity is requiredto completethe order,e.g.analog loops.
Initial Service Order -As Specified (Engineered or Non-Engineered)applies only
to Complex Servicesfor services migrating from Verizon to DSLnet.Complex
Services are servicesthat require a data gathering form or has special
instructions.
Non-Engineered Initial Service Order -Changeover applies only to Basic
Servicesfor services migrating from Verizon to DSLnet.End-user service may
remain the same or change.
Central Office Connect applies in addition to the ISO when physical installation is
required at the central office.
Outside Facility Connect applies in addition to the ISO when incrementalfield
work is required.
Manual Ordering Charge applies to orders that require Verizon to manually enter
DSLnet's order into Verizon's Secure IntegratedGateway System (SIGS),e.g.
faxed orders and orders sent via physical or electronic mail.
Custom Handling (These NRCs are in addition to any Preordering or Ordering and
Provisioning NRCs):
Service Order Expedite (Engineered or Non-Engineered)applies if DSLnet
requests service prior to the standard due date intervals.
Coordinated Conversionapplies if DSLnet requests notification and coordination
of service cut over priorto the service becoming effective.
Hot Coordinated Conversion First Hour applies if DSLnet requests real-time
coordination of a service cut-over that takes one hour or less.
Hot Coordinated Conversion Per Additional Quarter Hour applies,in addition to
theHot Coordinated Conversion First Hour,for every 15-minute segment of real-
time coordination of a service cut-over that takes more than one hour.
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III.Prices for UnbundledNetwork Elements
Monthly Recurring Charges
Local Loop"
2 Wire Analog Loop (inclusive of NID)$45.00*
4 Wire Analog Loop (inclusive of NID)$67.00*
2 Wire Digital Loop (inclusive of NID)$45.00*
4 Wire Digital Loop (inclusive of NID)$67.00*
DS-1 Loop $160.31*
DS-3 Loop $320.38*
Supplemental Features:
ISDN-BRI Line Loop Extender 5.06*
DS1 Clear Channel Capability $26.00*
Sub-LoopSub-Loop
2-Wire Feeder $16.01*
2-Wire Distribution $26.04*
4-Wire Feeder $31.27*
4-Wire Distribution $45.64*
2-Wire Drop $5.57*
4-Wire Drop $5.91*
Inside Wire BFR
Network Interface Device (leased separately)
Basic NID:$1.80*
Complex (12 x)NID $1.90*
Switching
Port
Basic Analog Line Side Port $4.00*
Coin Line Side Port $7.64*
ISDN BRI Digital Line Side Port $19.40*
DS-1 Digital Trunk Side Port $70.10*
ISDN PRI Digital Trunk Side Port $227.19*
Usage Charges (must purchase Port)
Local Central Office Switching
(Overall Average MOU)$0.0050687*
Common Shared Transport
Transport Facility (Average MOU/ALM)$0.0000021*
Transport Termination (Average MOU/Term)$0.0001106+
Tandem Switching (Average MOU)$0.0017134+
Terminating to Originating Ratio 1.00+
5 In compliance with the FCC order approving the merger of GTE Corporation and Bell Atlantic (CC Docket No.
98-1840),Verizon will offer limitedduration promotional discounts on residential UNE Loops and UNEAdvance Services
Loops.The terms and conditions on which these promotional discounts are being made available can be found on
http://www.qte.com/wise for former GTE service areas and http://www.bell-atl.com/wholesale/html/resources.htm for
former Bell Atlantic service areas.
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Dedicated Transport Facilities
CLEC DedicatedTransport
CDT 2 Wire $33.52*
CDT 4 Wire $53.63*
CDT DS1 $300.00*
CDT DS3 Optical Interface $1,312.50*
CDT DS3 Electrical Interface $1,750.00*
Interoffice DedicatedTransport
IDT DSO Transport Facility per ALM $.13*
IDT DSO Transport Termination $12.90*
IDT DS1 Transport Facility per ALM $1.91*
IDT DS1 Transport Termination $45.00*
IDT DS3 Transport Facility per ALM $25.15*
IDT DS3 Transport Termination $234.14*
Multiplexing
DS1 to Voice Multiplexing $194.78*
DS3 to DS1 Multiplexing $550.00*
DS1 Clear Channel Capability $26.00*
Unbundled Dark Fiber
Unbundled Dark Fiber Loops/Sub-Loops
Dark Fiber Loop $67.13*
Dark Fiber Sub-Loop -Feeder $53.17*
Dark Fiber Sub-Loop -Distribution $13.96*
Unbundled Dark Fiber Dedicated Transport
Dark Fiber IDT -Facility $24.80*
Dark Fiber IDT -Termination $6.34*
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UNE-P Pricing
MRCs.The MRC for a UNE-P will generally be equal to the sum of the MRCs for the
combined UNEs (e.g.the total of the UNE loop charge plus the UNE port charges in the
Agreement (see Note A)plus:UNE local switching (per minute originating usage plus
T/O factor to determineterminating minutes)based on UNE local switching rates in the
Agreement plus UNE shared transport and tandem switching (based on factors for
percent interofficeand tandem switch usage,plus assumed transport mileage of 10 miles
and 2 terms)based on UNE shared transport rates in the Agreement plus UNE Vertical
Services charges (optional per line charges,if allowed by the Agreement).
(Note A):UNE platforms are available in four loop/port configurations as shown below.
If the price for any component of these platforms is not set forth herein,Verizon will use
the ICB process to determine the appropriate price and TBD pricing shall apply.
UNE Basic Analog Voice Grade Platform consists of the following components:
UNE 2-wire Analog loop;and
UNE Basic Analog Line Side port
UNE ISDN BRI Platform consists of the following components:
UNE 2-wire Digital loop;and
UNE ISDN BRI Digital Line Side port
UNE ISDN PRI Platform consists of the following components:
UNE DS1 loop;and
UNE ISDN PRI Digital Trunk Side port
UNE DS1 Platform consists of the following components:
UNE DS1 loop;and
UNE DS1 Digital Trunk Side port
NRCs.
Optional NRCs will apply as ordered by the CLEC including such charges as Expedites,
Coordinated Conversions,loop Conditioning,etc.
Operator Servicesand Directory Assistance Services (OS/DA).If DSLnetdoes not
initially utilize available customized routing services to re-route OS/DA calls to its own or
another party's operator services platform,Verizon will bill the CLEC for OS/DA calls at a
market-based ICB rate pending DSLnet's completion of a separate OS/DA agreement.
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NON-RECURRINGCHARGES -LOOP,PORT AND NID
Pre-ordering
CLEC Account Establishment Per CLEC $166.32 *
Customer Record Search $4.21*
Ordering and Provisioning
Loop:
Engineered Initial Service Order (ISO)$294.07*
Non-EngineeredISO $49.31*
Central Office Connection $12.21*
Outside Facility Connection (See Note 1)$68.30*
NID:
ISO $33.38*
Outside Facility Connection $42.69*
Port:
ISO $50.46 *
Subsequent Service Order $25.67*
Central Office Connection $12.21 *
Custom Handling
ManualOrdering Charge $12.17*
Service Order Expedite:
Engineered Loop LSRs $25.80*
All Other LSRs $3.36*
CoordinatedConversions:
ISO $17.76*
Central Office Connection $10.71*
Outside Facility Connection $9.59*
Hot CoordinatedConversion First Hour:
ISO $30.55*
Central Office Connection $42.83*
Outside Facility Connection $38.34*
Hot CoordinatedConversion per Additional Quarter Hour:
ISO $6.40*
Central Office Connection $10.71*
Outside Facility Connection $9.59*
Note 1:The Outside Loop Facility Charge will apply when field work is required for
establishment of a new unbundled loop service.
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NON-RECURRING CHARGES -OTHER UNE's*
Ordering Ordering ProvisioningLOCALWHOLESALESERVICES100%Semi-initial Addti
Manual Mech·Unit Unit
UNBUNDLED SUB-LOOP*
Exchange -FDI Feeder Interconnection-Initial $36.32 $26.88 $46.20 $24.97
Exchange -FDI Feeder interconnection -Subsequent $15.01 $11.83 $16.99 $7.22
Exchange -FDI Distribution Interconnection-Initial $36.32 $26.88 $61.90 $30.36
Exchange -FDl Distribution Interconnection-Subsequent $15.01 $11.83 $16.99 $7.22
Exchange -Serving Terminal Interconnection -Initial $36.32 $26.88 $28.99 $15.51
Exchange -Serving Terminal Interconnection -Subsequent $15.01 $11.83 $13.23 $6.41
UNBUNDLED DARK FIBER*
Advanced -Service Inquiry Charge $405.87 $405.65 N/A N/A
Advanced -Interoffice Dedicated Transport -Initial $64.80 $64.57 $267.28 $224.68
Advanced -Unbundled Loop -Initial $64.80 $64.57 $261.86 $220.43
Advanced -Sub-Loop Feeder -Initial $64.80 $64.57 $261.86 $220.43
Advanced -Sub-Loop Distribution-Initial $64.80 $64.57 $264.84 $216.19
ENHANCED EXTENDED LINK (WITH MANUAL AND SEMi-MECHANIZED OPTIONS)*
Advanced -Basic -Initial $88.39 $56.13 $397.31 N/A
Advanced -Basic -Subsequent $38.02 $21.89 $49.53 N/A
DSO -Initial $88.39 $56.13 $482.99 N/A
DSO -Subsequent $38.02 $21.89 $--N/A
DS1/DS3-Initial $97.94 $65.68 $384.08 N/A
DS1/DS3 -Subsequent $38.02 $21.89 $9.90 N/A
LOOP CONDITIONING
(No chargefor loops 12,000 feet or less}
Loop Conditioning -BridgedTap N/A N/A $318.71 $34.88
Loop Conditioning -Load Coils N/A N/A $249.91 $--
Loop Conditioning -Load Coils /BridgedTap N/A N/A $568.62 $34.88
These charges are interim and subject to retroactive true-up back to the Effective Date of this Agreement.
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UNE PLATFORM*
Exchange -Basic -Initial $31.57 $22.13 $28.23 $26.58
Exchange -Basic -Subsèquent $16.44 $13.26 $1.08 $1.08
Exchange -Basic -Changeover $19.93 $15.54 $0.90 $0.90
Exchange -Complex Non-Digital -Initial $41.35 $27.53 $162.41 $31.70
Exchange -Complex Non-Digital -Subsequent (Port Feature)$16.44 $13.26 $5.89 $5.89
Exchange -Complex Non-Digital -Subsequent (Switch $20.82 $13.26 $22.73 $22.73
Feature Group)
Exchange -Complex Non-Digital -Changeover (As Is)$22.35 $17.96 $3.61 $3.61
Exchange -Complex Non-Digital -Changeover (As Specified)$30.08 $21.31 $20.97 $3.61
Exchange -Complex Digital -Initial $41.35 $27.53 $205.75 $28.18
Exchange -Complex Digital -Subsequent (Port Feature)$16.44 $13.26 $5.15 $5.15
Exchange -Complex Digital -Subsequent (Switch Feature $20.82 $13.26 $22.73 $22.73
Group)
Exchange -Complex Digital -Changeover (As Is)$22.35 $17.96 $4.18 $4.18
Exchange -Complex Digital -Changeover (As Specified)$30.08 $21.31 $80.98 $4.18
Advanced -Complex -Initial $48.35 $34.53 $681.24 $303.66
Advanced -Complex -Subsequent $20.82 $13.26 $65.81 $48.47
Advanced -Complex -Changeover (As Is)$24.06 $19.67 $51.51 $34.17
Advanced -Complex -Changeover (As Specified)$37.08 $28.31 $82.31 $64.97
DEDICATED TRANSPORT*
Advanced -Basic -Initial $95.49 $63.01 $428.58 N/A
Advanced -Basic -Subsequent $45.12 $28.77 $58.20 N/A
Advanced -Complex -Initial $105.04 $72.56 $584.49 N/A
Advanced -Complex -Subsequent $45.12 $28.77 $86.80 N/A
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SIGNALING SYSTEM 7 (SS7)*
Facilities and Trunks -Initial $237.67 $205.19 $568.54 N/A
Facilities and Trunks -Subsequent (with Engineering Review)$71.58 $55.23 $213.12 N/A
Facilities and Trunks -Sùbsequent (w/o Engineering Review)$71.58 $55.23 $67.28 N/A
Trunks Only -Initial $126.13 $93.65 $505.41 N/A
Trunks Only -Subsequent (with Engineering Review)$49.46 $33.11 $202.03 N/A
Trunks Only -Subsequent (w/o Engineering Review)$49.46 $33.11 $67.28 N/A
STP Ports (SS7 Links)$237.67 $205.19 $438.81 N/A
Entrance Facility/DedicatedTransport DSO -Initial $95.49 $63.01 $390.08 N/A
Entrance Facility/DedicatedTransport DSO -Subsequent $45.12 $28.77 $58.20 N/A
Entrance Facility/Dedicated Transport DS1/DS3 -Initial $105.04 $72.56 $515.03 N/A
Entrance Facility/DedicatedTransport DS1/DS3 -Subsequent $45.12 $28.77 $86.80 N/A
CUSTOMIZED ROUTING BFR BFR BFR BFR
EXPEDITES+
Exchange Products $3.36 $3.36 N/A N/A
Advanced Products $25.80 $25.80 N/A N/A
OTHER+
Customer Record Search (per account)$4.21 $-N/A N/A
CLEC Account Establishment (per CLEC)$166.32 $166.32 N/A N/A
LINE SHARING -CLEC OWNED SPLITTER*
CLEC Splitter Connection -Initial $32.19 $22.52 $53.04 $47.29
CLEC Splitter Connection -Subsequent $13.24 $9.83 $14.49 $13.53
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Application of NRCs
Preordering:
CLECAccount Establishment is a one-time charge applied the first time that
DSLnet orders any service from this Agreement.
Customer Record Search applies when DSLnet requests a summary of the
services currently subscribed to by the end-user.
Ordering and Provisioning:
Initial Service Order (ISO)applies to each Local Service Request (LSR)and
Access Service Request (ASR)for new service.Charge is Manual (e.g.for a
faxed order)or Semi-Mechanized (e.g.for an electronically transmitted order)
based upon the method of submission used by the CLEC.
Subsequent Service Order applies to each LSR/ASRfor modifications to an
existing service.Charge is Manual or Semi-Mechanized based upon the method
of submission used by the CLEC.
Advanced ISO applies per LSR/ASR when engineering work activity is required
to complete the order.
Exchange ISO applies per LSR/ASR when no engineering work activity is
requiredto complete the order.
Provisioning--Initial Unit applies per ISO for the first unit installed.The
Additional Unit applies for each additional unit installed on the same ISO.
Basic Provisioning applies to services that can be provisioned using standard
network components maintained in inventorywithout specialized instructions for
switch translations,routing,and service arrangements.
Complex Provisioning applies to services that require special instruction for the
provisioning of the service to meet the customer's needs.
Examples of services and their Ordering/Provisioning category that applies:
Exchange-Basic:2-Wire Analog,4-Wire Analog,Standard Sub-Loop Distribution,
Standard Sub-Loop Feeder,Drop and NID.
Exchange-Complex:Non-loaded Sub-Loop Distribution,Non-load Sub-Loop
Feeder,Loop Conditioning,Customized Routing,ISDN BRI Digital Line Side Port
and Line Sharing.
Advanced-Basic:2-Wire Digital Loop,4-Wire Digital Loop
Advanced-Complex:DS1 Loop,DS3 Loop,Dark Fiber,EELs,and ISDN PRI
Digital Trunk Side Port
Conditioning applies in addition to the ISO,for each Loop or Sub-Loop UNE for
the installation and grooming of Conditioning requests.
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DS1 Clear Channel Capability applies in addition to the ISO,per DS1 for the
installation and grooming of DS1 Clear Channel Capability requests.
Changeover Charge applies to UNE-P and EEL orders when an existing retail,
resale,or special access service is already in place.
Service Inquiry --Dark Fiber applies per service inquiry when a CLEC requests
Verizon to determine the availability of dark fiber on a specific route.
Custom Handling (These NRCs are in addition to any Preordering or Ordering and
ProvisioningNRCs):
Service Order Expedite applies if DSLnet requests service prior to the standard
due date intervals and the expedite request can be met by Verizon.
CoordinatedConversion applies if DSLnet requests notificationand coordination
of service cut-over prior to the service becoming effective.
Hot Coordinated Conversion First Hour applies if DSLnet requests real-time
coordination of a service cut-over that takes one hour or less.
Hot Coordinated Conversion Per Additional Quarter Hour applies,in addition to
the Hot Coordinated Conversion First Hour,for every 15-minutesegment of real-
time coordinationof a service cut-over that takes more than one hour.
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IV.Rates and Charges for 911
TBD
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V.Fiber Optic Patchcord Cross Connect
Fiber Optic Cross Connect Rate Elements
Elements increment NRC/MRC Rate
Non-Recurrinq Prices
1 Fiber Optic Patch Cord PulVTerm.-Engineering per project NRC $76.00
2 Fiber Optic Patch Cord Material Charge per cable run NRC $810.30
3 Fiber Optic Patch Cord Pull per cable run NRC $207.20
4 Fiber Optical Patch Cord Termination per termination NRC $1.12
Monthly Recurrinq Prices
5 Facility Termination -Fiber Optic Patch Cord per connector MRC $1.01
6 Fiber Optic Patch Cord Duct Space per cable MRC $0.56
Non-Recurring Charges
Non-recurring charges are one-time charges that apply for specific work activity.Non-recurring
charges for the Fiber Optic Patchcord Cross Connect are due and payable upon deliveryto the
CLEC.
Fiber Optic Patchcord Pull/Termination -Enqineerinq.The Fiber Optic Patchcord
Pull/Termination--EngineeringCharge is to recover the engineering costs incurred per project for
the pull and termination of a fiber optic patchcord from the CLECs collocation arrangement to
Verizon's Fiber Distribution Panel (FDP).
Fiber Optic Patchcord Pull.The Fiber Optic Patchcord Pull Charge is applied per fiber run and
recovers the labor cost of placing the fiber from the collocation arrangement to Verizon's FDP.
Fiber Optic Patchcord Termination.The Fiber Optic Patchcord Termination Charge is applied per
fiber connector termination and recovers the labor cost to terminate the fiber connection.
Fiber Optic Patchcord Material Charqe.The CLEC has the option of providing its own fiber optic
patchcord or Verizon may,at the request of the CLEC,provide the necessaryfiber optic
patchcord cables in exchangefor the Fiber Optic Patchcord Material Charge.The Fiber Optic
Patchcord MaterialCharge is applied on a per fiber cable basis to recover the material cost of a
24 fiber pair cable.
Monthly Recurring Charges
The followingare monthly chargesthat apply each month or fraction thereof that the Fiber Optic
Patchcord Cross Connectarrangementis provided.
Facility Termination --Fiber Optic Patchcord.The Facility Termination --Fiber Optic Patchcord
Charge is applied per FDP port into which the fiber cable is connected.This charge recovers the
labor and material cost of the FDP per port.
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Fiber Optic Patchcord Duct Space.The Fiber Optic Patchcord Duct Space rate element is
applied per fiber cable and recovers the cost for the central office fiber duct space occupied by
the fiber optic patchcord.
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APPENDIX A TO THE COLLOCATION ATTACHMENT
IDAHO COLLOCATION RATES
CAGED COLLOCATION RATES
Elements increment NRC /MRC Rate
5.2 Non-Recurring Prices
Engineering Costs
Engineering/MajorAugment Fee per occurrence NRC $1,129.00
Minor Augment Fee per occurrence NRC 200.00
Access Card Administration (New/Replacement)per card NRC 22.00
Cage Grounding Bar per bar NRC 1,437.55
DC Power per 40 amps NRC 2,731.00
per amp NRC
Overhead Superstructure per project NRC 2,440.00
Facility Cable or Fiber Optic Patchcord Pull/Termination
Engineering per project NRC 76.00
Facility Cable Pull per cable run NRC 211.00
Fiber Optic Patchcord Pull per cable run NRC 207.20
DSO Cable Termination per 100 pair NRC 5.00
DS1 Cable Termination per 28 pair NRC 2.00
DS3 Coaxial Cable Termination (Preconnectorized)per termination NRC 2.00
DS3 Coaxial Cable Termination (Unconnectorized)per termination NRC 11.00
Fiber Optic Patchcord Termination per termination NRC 1.12
Fiber Cable Pull
Engineering per project NRC 607.00
Place Innerduct per lin ft NRC 2.00
Pull Cable per lin ft -NRC 1.00
Cable Fire Retardant per occurrence NRC 42.00
Fiber Cable Splice
Engineering per project NRC 31.00
Splice Cable per fiber NRC 70.00
BITS Timing per project NRC 307.00
Monthly Recurrinq Prices
Caged Floor Space including Shared Access Area per sq ft MRC 5.00
DC Power per 40 amps MRC 592.00
per amp MRC
Building Modification per request MRC 201.00
Environmental Conditioning per 40 amps MRC 92.00
per amp MRC
Facility Termination
DSO per 100 pr MRC 4.00
DS1 per 28 pr MRC 16.00
DS3 per DS3 MRC 11.00
Fiber Optic Patchcord per connector MRC 1.01
Cable Rack Space -Metallic per cable run MRC 2.00
Cable Rack Space -Fiber per innerduct ft MRC 0.02
Fiber Optic Patchcord Duct Space per cable run MRC 0.56
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CAGED COLLOCATION RATES
Elements Increment NRC /MRC Rate
Manhole Space -Fiber per project MRC 6.00
Subduct Space -Fiber .per lin ft MRC 0.04
Cable Vault Splice
Fiber Cable -48 Fiber
Material per splice MRC 10.00
Space Utilization in Vault per subduct MRC 1.00
Fiber Cable -96 Fiber
Material per splice MRC 27.00
Space Utilization in Vault per subduct MRC 1.00
BITS Timing per occurrence MRC 11.00
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CAGELESS COLLOCATION RATES
Elements Increment NRC /MRC Rate
Non-Recurrinq Prices
Engineering Costs
Engineering/Major Augment Fee per occurrence NRC $1,129.00
Minor Augment Fee per occurrence NRC 200.00
Access Card Administration (New/Replacement)per card NRC 22.00
DC Power per 40 amps NRC 2,731.00
per amp NRC
Overhead Superstructure per project NRC 2,440.00
Facility Cable or Fiber Optic Patchcord Pull/Termination
Engineering per project NRC 76.00
Facility Pull per cable run NRC 211.00
Fiber Optic Patchcord Pull per cable run NRC 207.20
DSO Cable Termination per 100 pair NRC 5.00
DS1 Cable Termination per 28 pair NRC 2.00
DS3 Coaxial Cable Termination per termination NRC 2.00
(Preconnectorized)
DS3 Coaxial Cable Termination per termination NRC 11.00
(Unconnectorized)
Fiber Optic Patchcord Termination per termination NRC 1.12
Fiber Cable Pull
Engineering per project NRC 607.00
Place Innerduct per lin ft NRC 2.00
Pull Cable per lin ft NRC 1.00
Cable Fire Retardant per occurrence NRC 42.00
Fiber Cable Splice
Engineering per project NRC 31.00
Splice Cable per fiber NRC 70.00
BITS Timing per project NRC 307.00
Monthly Recurrinq Prices
Relay Rack Floor Space per lin ft MRC 20.00
DC Power per 40 amps MRC 592.00
per amp MRC
Building Modification per request MRC 201.00
Environmental Conditioning per 40 amps MRC 92.00
per amp MRC
Facility Termination
DSO per 100 pr MRC 4 00
DS1 per 28 pr MRC 16 00
DS3 per DS3 MRC 11 00
Fiber Optic Patchcord per connector MRC 1 01
Cable Rack Space -Metallic per cable run MRC 2 00
Cable Rack Space -Fiber per innerductft MRC 0 02
Fiber Optic Patchcord Duct Space per cable run MRC O 56
Manhole Space -Fiber per project MRC 6 00
Subduct Space -Fiber per lin ft MRC 0 04
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CAGELESS COLLOCATION RATES
Elements increment NRC/MRC Rate
Cable Vault Splice
Fiber Cable -48 Fiber
Material per splice MRC 10.00
Space Utilization in Vault per subduct MRC 1.00
Fiber Cable -96 Fiber
Material per splice MRC 27.00
Space Utilization in Vault per subduct MRC 1.00
BITS Timing per occurrence MRC 11.00
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ADJACENT COLLOCATION RATES
Elements increment NRC /MRC Rate
Non-Recurrinq Prices
Engineering Fee per occurrence NRC $958.00
Fiber Cable Pull
Engineering per project NRC 607.00
Place Innerduct 1 lin ft NRC 2.00
Pull Cable 1 lin ft NRC 1.00
Cable Fire Retardant per occurrence NRC 42.00
Metallic Cable Pull
Engineering per project NRC 607.00
Pull Cable 1 lin ft NRC 1.00
Cable Fire Retardant per occurrence NRC 42.00
Cable Splice
Engineering per project NRC 31.00
Metallic Cable Splicing (greater than 200 per DSO/DS1 pair NRC 1.00
pair)
Metallic Cable Splicing (200 pair or less)per DSO/DS1 pair NRC 3.00
Fiber Cable Splicing (48 fiber cable or less)per fiber NRC 70.00
Fiber Cable Splicing (greater than 48 fiber)per fiber NRC 65.00
Facility Pull
Engineering per project NRC 76.00
Facility Pull 1 lin ft NRC 2.00
Facility Termination
DSO Cable
Connectorized per 100 pr NRC 5.00
Unconnectorized per 100 pr NRC 42.00
DS1 Cable
Connectorized per 28 pr NRC 2.00
Unconnectorized per 28 pr NRC 32.00
DS3 (Coaxial)Cable
Connectorized per DS3 NRC 2.00
Unconnectorized per DS3 NRC 11.00
Fiber per fiber term NRC 70.00
BITS Timing per project NRC 307.00
Monthly Recurrinq Prices
Cable Space
Subduct Space
Manhole per project MRC 6 00
Subduct 1 lin ft MRC O 04
Conduit Space -4"Duct -Metallic Cable
Manhole per conduit MRC 12 00
Conduit 1 lin ft MRC O 04
FacilityTermination
DSO per 100 pr MRC 4 00
DS1 per 28 pr MRC 16 00
DS3 per coaxial MRC 11 00
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ADJACENT COLLOCATION RATES
Elements Increment NRC/MRC Rate
Cable Vault Space
Metallic DSO Cable -1200 Pair
Material per splice MRC 464.00
Space Utilization per cable MRC 4.00
Metallic DSO Cable -900 Pair
Material per splice MRC 340.00
Space Utilization per cable MRC 4.00
Metallic DSO Cable -600 Pair
Material per splice MRC 226.00
Space Utilization per cable MRC 3.00
Metallic DSO Cable -100 Pair
Material per splice MRC 47.00
Space Utilization per cable MRC 1.00
Fiber Cable -48 fiber
Material per splice MRC 10.00
Space Utilization per subduct MRC 1.00
Fiber Cable -96 fiber
Material per splice MRC 27.00
Space Utilization per subduct MRC 1.00
Cable Rack Space
Metallic DSO 1 lin ft MRC 0.01
Metallic DS1 1 lin ft MRC 0.01
Fiber per innerduct ft MRC 0.02
Coaxial 1 lin ft MRC 0.01
BITS Timing per occurrence MRC 11.00
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VIRTUAL COLLOCATION RATES
Elements increment NRC /MRC Rate
Non-Recurrinq Prices
EngineeringCosts
Engineering/MajorAugment Fee per occurrence NRC 557.81
Equipment Installation per quarter rack NRC 3,474.25
Software Upgrades per base unit NRC 96.08
Card Installation per card NRC 222.52
DC Power per 40 amps NRC 2,731.00
per amp NRC
Facility Cable or Fiber Optic Patchcord Pull/Termination
Engineering per project NRC 76.00
Facility Cable Pull per cable run NRC 211.00
Fiber Optic Patchcord Pull per cable run NRC 207.20
DSO Cable Termination per 100 pair NRC 5.00
DS1 Cable Termination per 28 pair NRC 2.00
DS3 Coaxial Cable Termination per termination NRC 2.00
(Preconnectorized)
DS3 Coaxial Cable Termination per termination NRC 11 00
(Unconnectorized)
Fiber Optic Patchcord Termination per termination NRC 1 12
Fiber Cable Pull
Engineering per project NRC 607 00
Place Innerduct per lin ft NRC 2 00
Pull Cable per lin ft NRC 1 00
Cable Fire Retardant per occurrence NRC 42 00
Fiber Cable Splice
Engineering per project NRC 31 00
Splice Cable per fiber NRC 70 00
BITS Timing per project NRC 307 00
Monthly Recurrinq Prices
Equipment Maintenance per quarter rack MRC 82 ·
DC Power per 40 amps MRC 592
per amp MRC
Environmental Conditioning per 40 amps MRC &
per amp MRC
Facility Termination
DSO per 100 pr MRC
DS1 per 28 pr MRC
DS3 per DS3 MRC
Fiber Optic Patchcord per connector MRC
Cable Rack Space -Metallic per cable run MRC
Cable Rack Space -Fiber per innerduct ft MRC
Fiber Optic Patchcord Duct Space per cable run MRC
Manhole Space -Fiber per project MRC
Subduct Space -Fiber per lin ft MRC
Cable Vault Splice
Fiber Cable -48 Fiber
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VIRTUAL COLLOCATION RATES
Elements Increment NRC /MRC Rate
Material per splice MRC 10.00
Space Utilization in Vault per subduct MRC 1.00
Fiber Cable -96 Fiber
Material per splice MRC 27.00
Space Utilization in Vault per subduct MRC 1.00
BITS Timing per occurrence MRC 11.00
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MICROWAVE COLLOCATION RATES
Elements Increment NRC /MRC Rate
Non-Recurrinq Prices
Augment Fee per occurrence NRC 998.92
Facility Pull
Engineering per project NRC 76.00
Labor per linear ft NRC 1.12
Building Penetration for Microwave Cable per occurrence NRC ICB
Special Work for Microwave per occurrence NRC ICB
Monthly Recurring Prices
Rooftop Space per sq ft MRC 4.65
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DEDICATED TRANSIT SERVICE COLLOCATION RATES
Elements Increment NRC /MRC Rate
Non-Recurrinq Prices
DSO
Service Order -Semi-Mechanized per order NRC 21.89
Service Order -Manual per order NRC 38.02
Service Connection -CO Wiring per jumper NRC 7.20
Service Connection -Provisioning per order NRC 64.95
DS1/DS3/Dark Fiber
Service Order -Semi-Mechanized per order NRC 21.89
Service Order -Manual per order NRC 38.02
Service Connection -CO Wiring per jumper NRC 17.59
Service Connection -Provisioning per order NRC 78.57
Lit Fiber ICB
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MISCELLANEOUS COLLOCATION SERVICES
Elements Increment NRC /MRC Rate
Labor:
Overtime Installation Labor per rates below
Overtime Repair Labor per rates below
Additional Installation Testing Labor per rates below
Standby Labor per rates below
Testing &Maintenancewith Other Telcos,Labor per rates below
Other Labor per rates below
Labor Rates:
Basic Time,Business Day,Per Technician
First Half Hour or Fraction Thereof NRC $42.83
Each Additional Half Hour or Fraction Thereof NRC 21.41
Overtime,Outside the Business Day
First Half Hour or Fraction Thereof NRC 100.00
Each Additional Half Hour or Fraction Thereof NRC 75.00
Prem.Time,Outside Business Day,Per Tech
First Half Hour or Fraction Thereof NRC 150.00
Each Additional Half Hour or Fraction Thereof NRC 125.00
Cable Material
Facility Cable-DSOCable (Connectorized)100 per cable run NRC 324.00
pair
Facility Cable-DSi Cable (Connectorized)per cable run NRC 301.00
Facility Cable-DS3 Coaxial Cable per cable run NRC 82.00
Facility Cable-Shielded Cable (Orange Jacket)per cable run NRC 34.00
Fiber Optic Patchcord -24 Fiber (Connectorized)per cable run NRC 810.30
Power Cable-Wire Power 1/0 per cable run NRC 91.00
Power Cable-Wire Power 2/0 per cable run NRC 132.00
Power Cable-Wire Power 3/0 per cable run NRC 146.00
Power Cable-Wire Power 4/0 per cable run NRC 180.00
Power Cable-Wire Power 350 MCM per cable run NRC 307.00
Power Cable-Wire Power 500 MCM per cable run NRC 428.00
Power Cable-Wire Power 750 MCM per cable run NRC 658.00
Facility Cable -Category 5 Connectorized per linear ft NRC 1.07
Collocation Space Report per premise NRC 1,218.00
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DESCRIPTION AND APPLICATION OF RATE ELEMENTS
Non-Recurring Charges
The following are non-recurring charges (one-time charges)that apply for specific work activity:
EnqineerinqlMaiorAuqment Fee.The Engineering/Major Augment Fee applies for each initial
Caged,Cageless,Virtual,or Microwave collocation request and major augment requests for
existing Caged,Cageless,and Virtual collocation arrangements.This charge recovers the costs
of the initial walkthrough to determine if there is sufficient collocation space,the best location for
the collocation area,what building modifications are necessary to provide collocation,and if
sufficient DC power facilities exist in the premisesto accommodate collocation.This fee also
includes the total time for the Building Services Engineer and the time for the Outside Plant and
Central Office Engineersto attend status meetings.
Enqineerinq/MajorAuqment Fee (Microwave Only).The Engineering/MajorAugment Fee for
MicrowaveCollocation applies when an existing Caged and Cageless collocation arrangement is
augmented with newly installed microwave antennae and other exterior facilities.This charge
recovers the costs of the initial walkthrough to determine if there is sufficient space,the best
location for the microwave antennae and other exterior facilities,what building modificationsare
necessary,if any,and if sufficient support facilities exist in the premises to accommodate the
microwave antennae and other exterior facilities.This fee also includes the total time for the
Building Services Engineerto coordinate the entire project.
MinorAuqment Fee.The Minor Augment Fee applies for each minor augment request of an
Existing Caged,Cageless,Virtual,or Microwave collocation arrangement that does not require
additionalAC or DC power systems,HVAC system upgrades,or additional cage space.Minor
augments are those requests that require the Company to perform a service or function on behalf
of the CLEC including,but not limited to:installation of Virtual equipment cards or software
upgrades,removal of Virtual equipment,requests to pull cable from exterior microwavefacilities,
and requeststo terminate DSO,DS1 and DS3 cables.
Access Card Administration.The Access Card Administration rate covers activities associated
with the issuance and management of premises access cards.The rate is applied on a per card
basis.
Caqe Groundinq Bar.The Cage Grounding Bar rate recovers the material and labor costs to
provision a ground bar,including necessary ground wire,in the collocator's cage.
BITSTiminq.The non-recurring charge for BITS Timing includes engineering,materials,and
labor costs to wire a BITS port to the CLEC's equipment.If requested,it is applied on a per
project basis.
Overhead Superstructure.The Overhead Superstructure charge is applied for each initial caged
and cageless collocation application.The Overhead Superstructure charge is designed to
recover Verizon's engineering,material,and installation costs for extending dedicated overhead
superstructure.
Facility Cable or Fiber Optic Patchcord Pull/Termination-Enqineerinq.The Facility Cable or Fiber
Optic Patchcord Pull/Termination-Engineeringcharge is applied per project to recover the
engineering costs of pulling and terminating the interconnection wire (cable or fiber patchcord)
from the collocation cage or relay rack to the Main Distribution Frame block,DSX panel,or fiber
distribution panel.The charge would also apply per project to recover the engineering costs of
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pulling transmission cable from microwave antennae facilities on the rooftop to the collocation
cage or relay rack.
Facility Pull.The Facility Pull charge is applied per cable run and recovers the labor cost of
pulling metallic cable or fiber optic patchcordfrom the collocation cage or relay rack to the Main
Distribution Frame block,DSX panel,or fiber distribution panel.
Cable Termination.The CableTermination charge is applied per cable or fiber optic patchcord
terminated and is designed to recover the labor cost of terminating transmission cable or fiber
optic patchcord from the collocation cage or relay rack to the Main Distribution Frame block,DSX
panel,or fiber distribution panel.
Fiber Cable Pull-Enqineering.The Fiber Cable Pull-Engineering charge is applied per project to
cover the engineering costs for pulling the CLEC'sfiber cable,when necessary,into Verizon's
central office.
Fiber Cable Pull-Place Innerduct The Fiber Cable Pull-Place Innerduct charge is applied per
linear foot to cover the cost of placing innerduct.Innerduct is the split plastic duct placed from the
cable vault to the CLEC's equipment area through which the CLEC's fiber cable is pulled.
Fiber Cable Pull-Labor.This charge is applied per linear foot and covers the labor costs of pulling
the CLEC's fiber cable into Verizon's central office.
Fiber Cable Pull-Fire Retardant.This charge is associated with the filling of space around cables
extending through walls and betweenfloors with a non-flammable material to prevent fire from
spreading from one room or floor to another.
Fiber Optic Patchcord Termination.The Fiber Optic PatchcordTermination is applied per fiber
cable termination and recovers the labor cost to terminate the fiber optic patchcord cable.
Fiber Splice-Enqineerinq.The Fiber Splice-Engineering charge is applied per project and covers
the engineering costs for fiber cable splicing projects.
Fiber Splice.The Fiber Splice charge is applied per fiber cable spliced and recovers the labor
cost associated with the splicing.
DC Power.The DC Power Charge is applied per 40 load amps requested for each caged,
cageless,and virtual collocationapplication.This NRC recovers Verizon's engineering,material
and installation costs for providing and terminating DC power runs to the collocation area.
Cable Material Charqes.The CLEC has the option of providing its own cable or Verizon may,at
the CLEC's request,provide the necessary transmission and power cables.If Verizon provides
these cables,the applicable Cable Material Charge will be charged.
Adiacent Enqineerinq Fee.The Adjacent Engineering Fee provides for the initial activities of the
Central Office Equipment Engineer,Land &Building Engineer and the Outside Plant Engineer
associated with determining the capabilities of providing Adjacent On-Site collocation.The labor
charges are for an on-site visit,preliminary investigation of the manhole/conduit systems,wire
center and property,and contacting other agencies that could impact the provisioning of adjacent
collocation.
Ad|acent Fiber Cable Pull-Engineerinq.The Adjacent Fiber Cable Pull-Engineeringfee provides
for engineering associated with pulling the CLEC's fiber cable in an adjacent collocation
arrangement.The Adjacent Fiber Cable Pull-Engineering charge includes the time incurred by
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the Outside Plant Engineer on the project to determine the conduit/subduct assignment and
associated outside plant activity to complete the work.
Adjacent Fiber Cable Pull-Place Innerduct.This NRC covers the cost for placing innerduct,if
required for adjacent collocation,which is the split plastic duct placed from the cable vault to the
CLEC's equipment area through which the CLEC's fiber is pulled.
Adiacent Fiber Cable Pull-Labor.This charge covers the labor costs for pulling CLEC fiber cable
for an adjacent collocation arrangement.Refer to Adjacent Fiber Cable Pull-Engineeringabove.
Adiacent-Cable Fire Retardant.This charge is associated with the filling of space around cables
extending through walls and between floors with a non-flammable material to preventfire from
spreading from one room or floor to another.
Adiacent Metallic Cable Pull-Enqineerinq.This NRC covers the engineering costs of pulling
metallic cable for Adjacent collocation into Verizon's wire center.For Adjacent collocation,the
metallic cable will be spliced in the cable vault to a stubbed connector located on the vertical side
of the main distribution frame to provide proper protection for central office equipment.
Adlacent Metallic Cable Pull Labor.This charge covers the labor costs of pulling metallic cable
for Adjacent collocation into Verizon's wire center.
Adjacent Cable Splice-Enqineerinq.This charge covers the outside plant engineering costs for
cable splice projects associated with an adjacent collocation arrangement.
Adjacent DS1/DSO Cable Splice-Greater Than 200 Pair.This charge is for the labor to splice
metallic cables and is based on a per pair spliced.
Adjacent DS1/DSO Cable Splice-Less Than 200 Pair.This charge is for the labor to splice
metallic cables and is based on a per pair spliced.
Adjacent Fiber Cable Splice.This charge covers the labor to splice fiber cables and is based on
a per fiber spliced.
Ad acent Facility Pull-Enqineerinq.This charge covers the engineering cost associated with the
interconnectionwire (cable)from the main distribution frame connector to a termination block or
DSX panel.
Ad|acent Facility Pull-Labor.This charge covers the labor of running the interconnectionwire
(cable)from the main distribution frame connector to a termination block or DSX panel.
Adiacent DSO Cable Termination (Connectorized)/Adiacent DSO Cable Termination
(Unconnectorized).These charges cover the labor to terminate these types of interconnection
wire (cable)for adjacent collocation to the main distribution frame block or DSX panel.
Adiacent DS1 Cable Termination (Connectorized)/Adiacent DS1 Cable Termination
(Unconnectorized).These charges cover the labor of terminating these types of interconnection
wire (cable)for adjacent collocation to the main distribution frame block or DSX panel.
Adjacent DS3 Coaxial Cable Termination (Preconnectorized)/Adjacent.These charges cover the
labor of terminating this type of interconnection wire (cable)for adjacent collocationto the main
distribution frame block or DSX panel.
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Ad|acent Fiber Cable Termination.This charge covers the labor of terminatingfiber cable for
adjacent collocation to the main distribution frame block or DSX panel.
Collocation Space Report.When requested by a CLEC,Verizon will submit a report that
indicates Verizon's available collocation space in a particular premise.The reportwill be issued
within ten calendar days of the request.The report will specify the amount of collocation space
available at each requested premise,the number of collocators,and any modifications in the use
of the space since the last report.The report will also include measures that Verizon is taking to
make additional space available for collocation.
Miscellaneous Services Labor.Additional labor,if required.,to complete a collocation request or
perform inventory services for CLECs.
Facility Pull (Microwave Only).The Facility Pull charge is applied per linear foot and recovers the
labor cost of pulling transmission cable from the microwave antennae and other exterior facilities
on the rooftop to the transmission equipment in the collocation cage or relay rack.
Buildinq Penetrationfor Microwave Cable.The reasonable costs to penetrate buildingsfor
microwave cable to connect microwave antennae facilities and other exterior facilities to the
transmission equipment in the collocation cage or relay rack will be determinedand applied on an
individual case basis,where technically feasible,as determined by the initial and subsequent
Engineering surveys.
Special Work for Microwave.The costs incurred by Verizon for installation of CLEC's microwave
antennae and other exterior facilities that are not recoveredvia other microwaverate elements
will be determined and applied on an individual case basis.
Virtual Equipment Installation.The Virtual Equipment Installation chargeis applied on a per quarter
rack (or quarterbay)basis and recovers the costs incurred by Verizon for engineeringand
installation of the virtual collocation equipment.This charge would applyto the installation of powered
equipmentincluding,but not limited to,ATM,DSLAM,frame relay,routers,OC3,OC12,OC24,
OC48,and NGDLC.This charge does not apply for the installation of splitters.
Virtual SoftwareUpqrade.The Virtual SoftwareUpgradecharge is applied per base unit when
Verizon,upon CLEC request,installs softwareto upgradeequipmentfor an existing Virtual
Collocation arrangement.
Virtual Card Installation.The Virtual Card Installation charge is applied per card when Verizon,upon
CLEC request,installs additional cards for an existing Virtual Collocation arrangement.
Dedicated Transit Service(DTS)ServiceOrder Charge.Applied per DTS orderto the requesting
CLEC for recoveryof DTS order placement and issuance costs.The manual chargeapplies when
the semi-mechanizedorderinginterfaceis not used.
Dedicated TransitService(DTS)-ServiceConnectionCO Wiring.Applied per DTS circuit to the
requestingCLEC for recoveryof DTS jumper material,wiring,senrice turn-upfor DSO,DS1,DS3,
and dark fiber circuits.
Dedicated TransitService(DTS)-ServiceConnectionProvisioning.Applied per DTS orderto the
requestCLEC for recoveryof circuit design and labor costs associated with the provisioningof DSO,
DS1,DS3,and dark fiber circuits for DTS.
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Monthly Recurring Charges
The following are monthly charges.Monthly charges apply each month or fraction thereof that
Collocation Service is provided.
Caqed Floor Space.Caged Floor Space is the cost per square foot to provide environmentally
conditioned caged floor space to the CLEC.Environmentallyconditioned space is that which has
proper humidification and temperature controls to house telecommunications equipment.The
cost includes only that which relates directly to the land and building space itself.
Relay Rack Floor Space.The Relay Rack Floor Space charge provides for the environmentally
conditionedfloor space that a relay rack occupies based on linear feet.The standardized relay
rack floor space depth is based on half the aisle area in front and back of the rack,and the depth
of the equipment that will be placed within the rack.
Cable Subduct Space-Manhole.This charge applies per project per month and covers the cost of
the space that the outside plant fiber occupies within the manhole.
Cable Subduct Space.The Subduct Space charge covers the cost of the subduct space that the
outside plant fiber occupies and applies on a per linear foot basis.
Fiber Cable Vault Splice.The Fiber Cable Vault Splice charge applies per subduct or per splice
and covers the space and material cost associated with the CLEC's fiber cable splice within
Verizon's cable vault.
Cable Rack Space-Metallic.The Cable Space-Metallic charge is applied for each DSO,DS1 and
DS3 cable run.The charge is designedto recover the space utilization cost that the CLEC's
metallic and coaxial cable occupies within Verizon.
Cable Rack Space-Fiber.The Cable Rack Space-Fiber charge recovers the space utilization
cost that the CLEC's fiber cable occupies within Verizon's cable rack system.
Fiber Optic Patchcord Duct Space.The Fiber Optic Duct Space rate element is applied per cable
run and recovers the cost for the central office duct space occupied by the fiber optic patchcord
cable.
DC Power.The DC Power monthly charge is applied on a per 40 load amp basis.This charge is
designed to recover the monthly facility and utility expense to power the collocation equipment.
Facility Termination.This charge is applied per cable terminated.This charge is designed to
recover the labor and material costs of the applicable main distribution frame 100 pair circuit
block,DSXfacility termination panel,or fiber distribution panel.
BITS Timinq.The BITS Timing monthly charge is designed to recover equipment and installation
cost to provide synchronized timing for electronic communications equipment.This rate is based
on a per port cost.
Buildinq Modification.The Building Modification monthly charge is applied to each caged and
cageless arrangement and is associated with provisioning the following items in Verizon's
premises:security,dust partition,ventilation ducts,demolition/sitework,lighting,outlets,and
grounding equipment.
EnvironmentalConditioning.The Environmental Conditioning charge is applied to each caged,
cageless,and virtual arrangement on a per 40 amp increment based on the CLEC's DC Power
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requirements.This charge is associated with the provisioning of heating,ventilation,and air
conditioning systems for the CLEC's equipment in Verizon's premises.
Adiacent Cable Subduct Space-Manhole.This charge covers the space utilization cost that the
outside plant fiber or metallic cable occupies within the manhole.
Ad|acent Cable Subduct Space.The Adjacent Cable Subduct Space charge covers the space
utilization cost of the subduct that the outside plant fiber or metallic cable occupies within the
conduit system.
Ad acent Conduit Space (Metallic)-Manhole.This charge covers the space utilization cost that the
outside plant metallic cable occupies within the manhole.
Ad acent Conduit Space (Metallic).This charge covers the space utilization cost that the outside
plant metallic cable occupies within the conduit system.
Adjacent Facility Termination DSO Cable.This charge is applied per 100 pair cable terminated.
This charge is designed to recover the labor and material cost of the main distributionframe 100
pair circuit block.
Adiacent Facility Termination DS1 Cable.The Facility Termination (DS1)charge is applied per
28 pair DS1 cable terminated.This charge is designed to recover the labor and material cost of
the DSX facility termination panel.
Adiacent Facility Termination DS3 Cable.The Facility Termination (DS3)charge is applied per
DS3 cable terminated.This charge recovers the labor and material cost of the DSX facility
termination panel.
Adjacent Cable Vault Space.The Adjacent Cable Vault Space charge covers the cost of the
space the CLEC's cable occupies within the cable vault.The charge is based on the diameter of
the cable or subduct.
Adiacent Cable Rack Space.This charge covers the space utilization cost that the CLEC's fiber,
metallic or coaxial cable occupies within the cable rack system.The charge is based on the
linear feet occupied.
Microwave Rooftop Space.Microwave Rooftop Space is the cost per square foot to provide
rooftop space to the CLEC for microwave antennae and other exterior facilities.The cost
includes only that which relates directly to the land and building space itself.
Virtual Equipment Maintenance.The Virtual EquipmentMaintenancecharge is applied on a per
quarterrack (or quarter bay)basis and recovers the costs incurred by the Companyfor maintenance
of the CLEC'svirtual collocation equipment.This chargewould apply to the maintenanceof
equipmentincluding,but not limited to,ATM,DSLAM,frame relay,routers,OC3,OC12,OC24,
OC48,and NGDLC.This chargedoes not apply for the maintenanceof splitters.
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