OPTION NO. 4126 (rev. Feb.-06)
1. Term and Renewal Options: The term of service is 38 months. For the purposes of this option, the first 2 Months of the
Term are defined as the Ramp Period.
2. Description of Service: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply.
3. Minimum Volume Requirement: The Customer's Company service usage must equal or exceed the following amounts
during the period of the term of service (MVR).
Annual Period MVR
1st Year $550,000
2nd Year $625,000
3rd Year $625,000
4. Rates and Charges: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply.
In order to be eligible to receive service under this option, the Customer may subscribe to Feature Option 2 only for On-
Net Service.
4.1 Voice Services: The Customer will be charged the following range of fixed per-minute rates $0.0295 to
$0.0447 for the following voice services:
4.1.1 Domestic Voice Services: Domestic Outbound Voice Services, domestic Inbound Voice Services
and domestic Card Service usage, based on origination and termination type.
4.2 Audioconferencing: The Customer will be charged the following range of fixed per-minute rates $0.06 to $0.41
for the following conferencing services:
4.2.1 Audioconferencing: Fixed per-minute rates per participant for domestic Audioconferencing calls
originating and terminating in the U.S. Mainland, Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin
Islands, based on method.
4.3 Videoconferencing: The Customer will be charged the following range of fixed per-minute rates $0.36 to $4.00
for the following conferencing services:
4.3.1 Domestic Videoconferencing: Port usage charges and Dial-Out Transport charges per increment of
2 channel 112/128 kbps, for domestic Videoconferencing calls originating and terminating in the U.S.
Mainland, Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
4.3.2 International Videoconferencing: Dial-Out Transport charges per-minute per increment of 2 channel
112/128 kbps for international Videoconferencing calls originating in the U.S. (excluding Puerto Rico
and Guam) and terminating in selected international locations, based on the Service Regions listed
in the Guide.
5. Discounts: Unless otherwise specified, discounts apply to non-MBS1 rates as set forth in the Guide or this option.
5.1 Data Services: The Customer will receive a 91% discount for the following data services:
5.1.1 Private Line Service: Standard Guide Inter-Office Channel charges and Per-Mile charges for DS-1
Terrestrial Digital Service 1.5 Service.
6. Classifications, Practices and Regulations:
6.1 Underutilization: If, in any annual period during the Term, the Customer‟s Total Service Charges do not meet
or exceed the Minimum Volume Requirement, the Customer shall pay (a) all accrued but unpaid charges
incurred under the agreement and (b) an underutilization charge in an amount equal to 100 percent of the
difference between the MVR and the Customer‟s total service charges during such annual period.
6.2 Termination with Liability: If (a) the Customer terminates the agreement before the end of the Term for reasons
other than for cause or (b) the Company terminates the agreement for cause, then the Customer will pay,
within 30 days after such termination: (i) all accrued but unpaid charges incurred through the date of such
termination, plus (ii) an amount equal to 90 percent of the unsatisfied Minimum Volume Requirement remaining
during the year of termination, and for each subsequent annual period remaining in the Term, plus (iii) a pro
rata portion of any and all credits received by the Customer.
6.3 Non-Recurring Credits: The Company will waive the one-time installation and other non-recurring standard
charges associated with the implementation of domestic Company service under this option.
The Customer will receive a $33,334 credit applied against Customer‟s Company service usage in Month 6 of
the Term.
The Customer will receive a $33,333 credit applied against Customer‟s Company service usage in Month 18
and Month 30 of the Term.
The Customer will receive a $52,500 credit applied against Customer‟s Company service usage in Month 8 of
the Term.
The Customer will receive 3 credits each equal to $36,000 to be applied against Customer‟s total service
charges for domestic Frame Relay Service usage in Months 13, 25 and 36 of the Term.
6.4 Payment Arrangements: The Customer must pay for Company service within 30 days of the date of the
Company‟s invoice.
6.5 Promotions: The Customer is eligible for the following promotions as set forth in the Guide:
MCI New Customer Migration Promotion
7. Availability: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply.
OPTION NO. 4127 (rev. Jan.-06)
1. Term and Renewal Options: The term of service is 24 months.
2. Description of Service: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply.
3. Minimum Volume Requirement: The Customer's Company service usage must equal or exceed $600,000 during each
annual period of the Initial term of service (MVR).
4. Rates and Charges: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply.
In order to be eligible to receive service under this option, the Customer may subscribe to Feature Option 1 and
Feature Option 2 only for On-Net Service.
4.1 Voice Services: The Customer will be charged the following range of fixed per-minute rates $0.0350 to
$0.1200 for the following voice services:
4.1.1 Domestic Voice Services: Domestic Outbound Voice Service, domestic Inbound Voice Service and
domestic Card Service usage, based on origination and termination type. The Customer will be
charged a fixed $0.35 per-call surcharge for domestic Card.
4.1.2 International Voice Service International Outbound Voice Service, international Inbound Voice
Service, international Card usage originating or terminating in Canada.
4.2 Access: The Customer will be charged The Customer will be charged the following range of fixed monthly
recurring per-circuit local loop charges $105 to $235 for the following Access Services based on Circuit Type:
DS-0 Access Service and DS-1 Access Service.
The Customer will be charged a fixed monthly recurring $200 per-circuit local loop charge for DS-1 Access
circuits at 1 NPA/NXX locations mutually agreed upon by the Customer and the Company.
4.3 Frame Relay Service: The Customer will be charged the following range of fixed monthly recurring port
charges for domestic Frame Relay Service based on port speed $140 to $1,150. The Customer will be charged
the following range of fixed monthly recurring PVC charges for domestic Frame Relay Service based on
Committed Information Rate $7.50 to $80.
5. Discounts: Unless otherwise specified, discounts apply to non-MBS1 rates as set forth in the Guide or this
option.
5.1 Voice Services: The Customer will receive the following range of discounts 30% to 35% for the following Voice
Services:
5.1.1 Domestic Voice Services: Standard Guide rates for option 2 Domestic Outbound Voice Service, and
domestic Inbound Voice Service, based on origination and termination type
5.1.2 International Voice Services: Standard Guide rates for International Outbound Voice Service,
international Inbound Voice Service and international Card service usage, based on origination and termination
type, excluding usage originating or terminating in the locations set forth in Section 4.1.2
5.2 Data Services: The Customer will receive a 60% discount for the following Data Services:
5.2.3 Frame Relay Service: Monthly recurring port and PVC charges for domestic Frame Relay Service.
6. Classifications, Practices and Regulations:
6.1 Underutilization: If during any annual period of the term of service the Customer fails to satisfy the MVR, the
Customer will be billed and required to pay an underutilization charge equal to the difference between the
Customer‟s actual usage during that annual period and the MVR, or a pro rata portion thereof for any partial
annual period.
6.2 Termination with Liability: If the Customer terminates service under this option prior to the expiration of the term
of service, the Customer will be billed and required to: (i) repay a pro rata portion of all credits received under
this option, and, (ii) pay an early termination charge equal to 100 percent of the MVR for each annual period
remaining in the term of service, or a pro rata portion thereof for any partial annual period.
6.3 Non-Recurring Credits: The Company will waive the one-time installation and other non-recurring standard
charges associated with the implementation of domestic Company service under this option.
6.4 Payment Arrangements: The Customer must pay for Company service within 30 days of receipt of the
Company‟s invoice.
6.5 Recurring Credit: The Customer will receive a monthly recurring credit against domestic, interstate charges in
an amount equal to 19 percent of the standard tariffed rates in effect for the Customer's intrastate Outbound
Voice Service and Inbound Voice Service usage, excluding usage within Iowa.
7. Availability: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply.
OPTION NO. 4128 (rev. Apr. 07, Amendment 7)
Term and Renewal Options: The term of service is 42 months (Initial Term). For the purposes of this option, the first 6 months of
the term of service are defined as the Ramp Period.
Following the expiration of the term of service, provided the Customer has satisfied the MVR, the Customer may elect to
continue service under this option for an additional 12-Month period (Extension Term), subject to the terms and
conditions, including rates and discounts set forth under this option, by providing the Company at least 90 days prior
written notice of its intent to renew service under this option.
Term shall mean the Initial Term and the Extension Term.
Description of Service: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply.
Minimum Volume Requirement: Following the Ramp Period, the Customer's Company service usage must equal or
exceed $3,464,000 during each annual period of Term (MVR).
Rates and Charges: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply.
In order to be eligible to receive service under this option, the Customer may subscribe to Feature Option 2, Feature
Option 3A and 3B only for On-Net Service.
Voice Services: The Customer will be charged the following range of fixed per-minute rates $0.0170 to $0.0360
for the following voice services:
Domestic Voice Services: Domestic Outbound Voice Service, domestic Inbound Voice Service and
domestic Card Service usage, based on origination and termination type. The Customer will be
charged a fixed $0.15 per-call surcharge for domestic Card and a $0.15 per-call surcharge for
international Card calls.
Switched Data: Domestic Outbound Switched Data and Toll Free Digital Service usage in multiples
of 64 kbps within the U.S. Mainland or Hawaii.
International Inbound Voice Service. For International Toll Free Voice Service (options 2&3) calls
originating in Canada and terminating in the US, Customer will pay a range of monthly recurring rates
from $0.080 to $0.100. For all other countries Customer will pay Companies standard rates, less a
10% discount.
Audio Conferencing: The Customer will be charged the following range of fixed per-minute rates $0.0400 to
$0.5400 for the following Conferencing Services:
Domestic Audio Conferencing: Fixed per-minute rates per participant for domestic Audio
Conferencing calls originating and terminating in the U.S. Mainland, Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, and
the U.S. Virgin Islands, based on method and prior months usage.
International Audio Conferencing: Fixed per-minute rates per participant for international Audio
Conferencing calls originating in the U.S. Mainland, Alaska, Hawaii and the U.S. Virgin Islands and
terminating in Canada, and originating in Canada and terminating in the U.S. Mainland, Alaska,
Hawaii and the U.S. Virgin Islands, based on method.
Instant Replay Plus: Fixed per-minute per-participant rates for Instant Replay Plus usage using toll
free number access and toll number access.
Global Access Transport Charges (U.S. Bridged). The following per-minute per bridge-port usage charges apply in the
following countries based on availability of service, zone and origination access type. Bridging
charges are additional and are priced at Customer's applicable Toll Meet Meet-Me Access rate
per minute. Global Access Transport charges are not eligible for any additional discounts. The
following rates per minute will be fixed for the Term
For zones A, C, D & E, Customer will pay a range of rates from $0.0500 to $0.3600 for Local
Toll and Local Freephone access.
For zones F & G, Customer will pay a range of rates from $0.3600 to $0.5400 for Local
Freephone access only.
For zone B, Local Toll and Local Freephone access are not available
Video Conferencing: The Customer will be charged the following range of fixed per-minute rates $0.4000 to $4
per site for the following Videoconferencing Services:
Domestic Video Conferencing: Port usage charges and Dial-Out Transport charges per increment of
2 channel 112/128 kbps, for domestic Video Conferencing calls originating and terminating in the
U.S. Mainland, Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
International Video Conferencing: Dial-Out Transport charges per-minute per increment of 2 channel
112/128 kbps for international Videoconferencing calls originating in the U.S. (excluding Puerto Rico
and Guam) and terminating in selected international locations, based on the Service Regions listed
in the Guide.
Access: The Customer will be charged the following range of fixed monthly recurring per-circuit local loop
charges $100 to $185 for the following Access Services based on Circuit Type: DS-0 Access Service and DS-
1 Access Service.
The Customer will be charged the following range of fixed monthly recurring per-circuit local loop charges
$2,000 to $4,100 for DS-3 Access circuit at 8 NPA/NXX locations mutually agreed upon by the Customer and
the Company.
The Customer will be charged the following range of fixed monthly recurring per-circuit local loop charges $0 to
$1,250 for Access Type 1 DS-0, DS-1, and DS-3 Access Service, based on circuit type.
Customer will be charged the following fixed monthly recurring per-circuit local loop charge of $3,350.00 for
Dedicated Access Service at a NPA/NXX location mutually agreed upon by the Customer and the Company.
Customer will pay for monthly recurring rate of $18,746 for International Frame Relay, non-standard PVC list
rates, US and non US (India) Originating.
Dedicated Leased Line Service: The Customer will be charged the following range of fixed monthly recurring
per-circuit per-mile Inter-Office Channel charges $2.25 to $9 for Terrestrial Digital Service 1.5 and Terrestrial
Digital Service 45 Private Line Service based on circuit mileage and circuit type. In addition, the Customer will
be charged the following range of monthly recurring per-circuit minimum charges $250 to $2,000 for Terrestrial
Digital Service 1.5 and Terrestrial Digital Service 45 Private Line Service based on circuit type.
The Customer will be charged the following range of fixed monthly recurring per-circuit Inter-Office Channel
(IOC) charges for domestic Private Line Service, based on DS-0, Voice Grade Private Line and Fractional T-1
Service, based on circuit type: $184 to $290. The Customer will be charged the following range of fixed
monthly recurring per-circuit per circuit mile charges for domestic Private Line Service, based on DS-0, Voice
Grade Private Line and Fractional T-1 Service, based on circuit type: $0.15 to $2.33.
Customer will be charged a fixed monthly recurring charge of $184.00 for DSO (per mile charge is $0.24) and
VGPL (per mile charge is $0.15) circuit type service for Option 1 &2.
The Company will waive the Customer‟s monthly recurring Access Coordination and Central Office Connection
charges during the term of service.
Pricing for Multi-Service Ethernet Service. Customer will pay a monthly recurring charge of $7,414.40 for Dual
OC12 1 Gps Ethernet Dedicated loops: at a speed of 10Mbps at four agreed upon circuit ID‟s.
Ethernet Private Line U.S. Service. Customer shall pay a monthly recurring charge of $18,700 for two circuits
originating in MA and terminating in MD.
OC192 U.S. Private Line. For two 10Gig fully restorable 1+1 USPL circuits ordered under the
agreement with a sixty-six (66) month circuit term commitment between MA and MD, Customer will pay
monthly recurring charges of $82,500 per 10 Gig circuit.
Metro Wavelength DWDM. Customer shall pay a monthly recurring charge of $79,686 for Metro Wavelength
DWDM. Customer shall also pay a monthly recurring charge for appearances per circuit of $36,760. Term
commitment is sixty-six (66) months.
Metro Private Line SONET Customer shall pay a monthly recurring charge of $52,813 for Metro Private
Line SONET including VO48 premise connections, VO 48 Hub Connection and DMS Wave Appearance OC48
(unprotected). Term commitment is sixty-six (66) months.
Discounts: Unless otherwise specified, discounts apply to non-MBS1 rates as set forth in the Guide or this option.
Voice Services: The Customer will receive a 20% discount for the following Voice Services:
Conferencing Services: Standard Guide rates for International Audio Conferencing usage.
Customer will pay the Guide Type 21 per minute rate usage, including calling card, less a ten percent
(10%) discount, which is fixed for the Term of the agreement that originates in the U.S. Mainland,
Hawaii and the U.S. Virgin Islands, and terminates in the applicable international locations (based on
origination type).
Data Services: The Customer will receive the following range of discounts 35% to 53% for the following Data
Services:
Frame Relay Service: Standard Guide Monthly recurring port and PVC charges for domestic Frame
Relay Service.
5.2.1.1 International Frame Relay Service: Monthly recurring port and PVC charges for
international Frame Relay Service.
Global Data Link: Standard Guide Monthly recurring charges for Global Data Link Service.
Classifications, Practices and Regulations:
Underutilization: If, in any annual period during the Term, the Customer‟s Total Service Charges do not meet or
exceed the MVR, the Customer shall pay (a) all accrued but unpaid charges incurred under the agreement and
(b) an underutilization charge in an amount equal to the difference between the MVR and the Customer‟s total
service charges during such annual period.
Termination with Liability: If (a) the Customer terminates the agreement before the end of the Term for
reasons other than for cause or (b) the Company terminates the agreement for cause, then the Customer will
pay, within 30 days after such termination: (i) all accrued but unpaid charges incurred through the date of such
termination, plus (ii) an amount equal to 100 percent of the unsatisfied MVR remaining during the year of
termination, and for each subsequent annual period remaining in the Term, plus (iii) a pro rata portion of any
and all credits received by the Customer.
The applicable termination charges specified below, shall apply to each 10 Gig USPL circuit, Metro
WaveLength Service or Metro Private Line Sonet Circuit which is terminated by Customer without cause. Termination
charges are based on the date of termination in accordance with the table below. Customer is also responsible for all
charges incurred up to the date that any circuit of service is terminated.
Month of the service period Termination charge as a percentage of the MRC
in which termination occurs: for such circuit or service multiplied by the
number of months remaining in the first sixty
(60) months of the service period
if termination occurs in months 1 through 24 100% of the remaining MRCs
if termination occurs in months 25 through 36 75% of the remaining MRCs
if termination occurs in months 37 through 48 50% of the remaining MRCs
if termination occurs in months 49 through 60 25% of the remaining MRCs
if termination occurs in months 61 and beyond 0% of the remaining MRCs
Non-Recurring Credits: The Company will waive the one-time installation and other non-recurring standard
charges associated with the implementation of domestic Company service under this option.
If during any annual period of the Term the Customer‟s annual volume of Company service usage equals or
exceeds one of the following amounts the customer will receive one corresponding credit applied against the
Customer‟s Company service usage charges (Credits).
Annual Charges: Credit
$6,000,000 - $7,999,999 4 percent
$8,000,000 + 6 percent
The Customer will receive a $500,000 credit applied against the Customer‟s Company service usage in Month
1 of the term of service.
Seventh Amendment Transitional Billing Credit. Customer shall receive a credit in the amount of $500,000
which will be applied the Customer‟s November, 2007 invoice. If Customer‟s total charges for such monthly
billing period are less than the Seventh Amendment Transitional Billing Credit, the excess amount of such
credit will then be applied to Customer‟s total charges for the agreement in the next consecutive monthly billing
period(s) until there is no excess left.
Payment Arrangements: The Customer must pay for Company service within 30 days of receipt of the
Company‟s invoice.
Waivers: Company will waive network connection charges at two (2) mutually agreed upon locations by
Customer and Company.
Availability: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply.
OPTION NO. 4129
1. Term and Renewal Options: The term of service is 12 months.
2. Description of Service: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply. In addition, for purposes of this option, Company service
usage associated with other products of the Company and its affiliates will be used to ascertain whether the MVR under
Section 3 is satisfied. For purposes of Section 3, “Company service usage” shall be expressed in U.S. dollars.
3. Minimum Volume Requirement: The Customer's Company service usage must equal or exceed $1,500 during each
annual period of the term of service (MVR).
4. Rates and Charges: Unless otherwise specified as “fixed”, the rates and charges in this option may be adjusted
periodically during the term of service.
4.1 audioconferencing: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will be charged the following fixed
rates per minute per bridge port (including set-up fees), for domestic audioconferencing usage, based on
method:
Method Rate
Premier Dial-Out Access $0.350
Premier MCI Toll Free Meet-Me Access 0.300
Premier Toll Meet-Me Access 0.300
Standard Dial-Out Access 0.290
Standard MCI Toll Free Meet-Me Access 0.240
Standard Toll Meet-Me Access 0.240
Unattended Toll Free Meet-Me Access 0.085
Unattended Toll Meet-Me Access 0.085
Instant Meeting Dial-Out Access 0.085
Instant Meeting Toll Free Meet Me Access 0.085
Instant Meeting Toll Meet Me Access 0.085
4.1.1 International audioconferencing: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will be
charged the following fixed rates per minute per bridge port (including set-up fees), for international
audioconferencing usage originating in the U.S. Mainland, Alaska, Hawaii and the U.S. Virgin Islands
and terminating in Canada, and originating in Canada and terminating in the U.S. Mainland, Alaska,
Hawaii and the U.S. Virgin Islands, based on method:
Method Rate
Premier Dial-Out Access $0.400
Premier MCI Toll Free Meet-Me Access 0.350
Standard Dial-Out Access 0.340
Standard MCI Toll Free Meet-Me Access 0.290
Unattended Toll Free Meet-Me Access 0.135
Instant Meeting Dial-Out Access 0.135
Instant Meeting Toll Free Meet-Me Access 0.135
4.1.2 Net Conferencing: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will be charged a fixed
$0.25 per-minute per-participant for Net Conferencing usage and a fixed $0.32 per-minute per-
participant for Net Conferencing Secure Sockets Layer.
4.1.2.1 Reserved Net Conferencing Option PW: The Customer will be charged the following
monthly recurring charges for Option PW, based on the number of seats provided under
the option and whether the Customer subscribes to SSL for the service:
Call Type/Charge
Reserved Seats Without SSL With SSL
5 – 10 $158 $194
11 – 50 117 158
51 – 150 108 150
151+ 99 125
4.1.2.2 Reserved Net Conferencing Option WX: The Customer will be charged the following
monthly recurring charges for option WX for which the Customer does not subscribe to
SSL, based on the number of seats provided under the option:
Reserved Seats Charge
5 – 25 $180
26 – 50 135
51 – 200 125
201 + 100
The Customer will be charged the following monthly recurring charges for option WX for
which the Customer subscribes to SSL, based on the number of seats provided under the
option:
Reserved Seats Charge
5 – 25 $194
26 – 50 158
51 – 200 150
201 + 150
5. Volume Discounts:
5.1 Vnet: Vnet is not available under this option.
5.2 MCI 800 Service: MCI 800 Service is not available under this option.
5.3 SCA Discount: Customers enrolled in this option are not eligible for SCA discounts.
5.4 Dedicated Leased Line Service Discounts: The provisions of SCA Type 1 do not apply.
5.5 Charges Not Eligible for Discounts: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply.
5.6 audioconferencing: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will receive a 25 percent discount on
standard Guide MBS1 rates for international audioconferencing Dial-Out usage.
6. Classifications, Practices and Regulations:
6.1 Underutilization: If during any annual period of the term of service the Customer fails to satisfy the MVR, the
Customer will be billed and required to pay an underutilization charge equal to the difference between the
Customer‟s actual usage during that annual period and the MVR, or a pro rata portion thereof for any partial
annual period.
6.2 Termination with Liability: If the Customer terminates service under this option prior to the expiration of the term
of service, the Customer will be billed and required to: (i) repay a pro rata portion of all credits received under
this option, and, (ii) pay an early termination charge equal to all of the MVR for each annual period remaining in
the term of service, or a pro rata portion thereof for any partial annual period.
6.3 Non-Recurring Credits: The provisions of SCA Type 1 do not apply.
6.4 Payment Arrangements: The Customer must pay for Company service within 30 days of the date of the
Company‟s invoice.
6.5 Guide Rates: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply.
6.6 Termination Without Liability: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply.
6.7 Successors and Assigns: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply, except the Company may not assign this
option, except to an affiliate or successor, without the prior written consent of the Customer, and the Customer
may assign this option to a successor without the prior written consent of the Company.
7. Availability: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply.
Jun.-04
OPTION NO. 4130 (rev. May 11, Amendment 25)
Initial Term: 91 months
“Purchase Measurement Period”: The portion of the Initial Term following the 6th Amendment Effective Date is the „Purchase
Measurement Period” and shall run for 36 months.
Renewal Term: Customer shall have the right to extend the Term in its sole discretion for up to two (2) successive one (1) year
periods (each a “Renewal Term”). Customer may exercise its renewal rights by providing Company notice of Customer‟s intent to
renew no less than sixty (60) days prior to the date of expiration of the then current Initial Term or first Renewal Term, as
applicable.
Initial Term: The Agreement shall commence on the Effective Date and shall continue in full force and effect for 36 monthly billing
periods following the 25th Amendment Effective Date, with the last monthly billing period commencing May 1, 2014, unless earlier
terminated in accordance with its provisions.
“Purchase Measurement Period”: The portion of the Initial Term following the 25th Amendment Effective Date is the „Purchase
Measurement Period” and shall run for 36 months.
Minimum Service Term:
Upon execution of the 11th amendment, Customer agrees to a minimum service term for Metro Wavelength service of 36 months.
Effective as of the date both parties sign the thirteenth amendment, Customer is committed to a minimum thirty-six (36) monthly
billing periods for the Metro Wavelength Service Base System –If the Metro Wavelength Service Term extends beyond the term of
the agreement, the terms and conditions of the agreement and any sub attachment shall continue to apply to Company‟s provision
of Metro Wavelength.
Minimum Volume Requirement:
Minimum Purchase Commitments:
Customer purchases during each of the following periods will equal or exceed the corresponding Minimum Purchase
Commitment, in each case subject to adjustment pursuant to any adjustments as described in the Agreement.
For the Purchase Measurement Period of the Initial Term, a Minimum Purchase Commitment of $30,000,000.
For a Renewal Term elected by Customer, a Minimum Purchase Commitment of $9,000,000.
For Metro Wavelength service Customer shall an annual sub commitment of $229,000.
Metro Wavelength Annual Commitment: Customer purchases during each service Term contract year shall be not less
than $239,040.
Minimum Purchase Commitments:
Commencing on the 25th Amendment Effective Date, Customer‟s Minimum Purchase Commitment (set forth above) is
replaced with a Minimum Purchase Commitment (set forth below):
Commencing on the 25th Amendment Effective Date and in lieu of the Minimum Purchase Commitment, Customer
agrees to pay Company as follows:
Minimum Purchase Commitment:
(a) For the Purchase Measurement Period of the Initial Term, a Minimum Purchase Commitment of $30,000,000.
(b) For the Renewal Term elected by Customer, a Minimum Purchase commitment of $9,000,000.00 applies
Note: Customer has satisfied the Minimum Purchase Commitment that existed prior to the 25 th Amendment.
“UHS Purchases” means aggregate purchases of Services, measured in United States dollars, by UHS and its Users.
USH Purchases shall mean all charges after the application of all discounts and credits (excluding up-front credits and
performance credits issued pursuant to Attachment PM) incurred by UHS and its Users for Services provided under the
Agreement, specifically excluding: (a) taxes, tax-like charges and tax-related surcharges; (b) charges for equipment and
collocation (unless otherwise expressly stated herein); (c) charges incurred for goods or services where Company or
Company affiliate acts as agent for UHS or its uses in its acquisition of goods or services; (d) non-recurring charges; (e)
Regulatory Charges; (f) international pass-through access charges (i.e., Type 3/PTT) and (g) other charges expressly
excluded in the Agreement. In addition, UHS Purchases for Services received in the following countries (“Foreign Billed
Service(s) Usage Charges”) shall contribute to the Minimum Purchase Commitment: Argentina, Australia, Canada,
France, Germany, India, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Philippines, Spain, and United Kingdom. Other contributory countries may
be added by Company at any time; in such cases the Agreement will be amended to add such countries.
Rates and Charges:
Voice Services: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will pay fixed per-minute rates ranging from
$0.0100 to $0.5150 for the following Voice Services:
Domestic Voice Services: Domestic Outbound Voice Service, domestic Inbound Voice Service and domestic
Card Service usage, based on origination and termination type.
International Voice Service: International Outbound Voice Service terminating in the following locations:
Australia (including Tasmania), Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Denmark, Dominican Republic,
Finland, France, Germany, Guinea, India, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Jamaica, Malaysia, Mexico, Netherlands,
Norway, Panama, Philippines, Portugal (including Azores and Madeira), Spain (including Balearic Islands,
Canary Islands, Ceuta and Melilla), Sweden, Switzerland, Trinidad/Tobago, United Kingdom, Venezuela, and
Zimbabwe.
International Inbound Voice Service: International Inbound Voice Service usage originating in the following
locations: Australia (including Tasmania), Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Denmark, Finland,
Germany, India, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Jamaica, Mexico, Netherlands, Norway, Philippines, Portugal (including
Azores and Madeira), Spain (including Balearic Islands, Canary Islands, Ceuta and Melilla), Sweden,
Switzerland, Trinidad/Tobago and the United Kingdom.
Domestic Switched Data: Domestic Outbound and domestic Inbound Switched Data usage in multiples of 64
kbps within the US mainland or Hawaii.
Domestic Enhanced Call Routing: Domestic Platform Charges (beginning when the ECR system answers the
call and ending when the call is released to Customer‟s service location) and Domestic and International
transport charges.
Toll Free Service: In lieu of all other rates, discounts, or promotions, Customer will pay fixed monthly recurring charges
ranging from $25.00 to $80.00 for Toll Free Service, based on Termination.
Termination
DAL
CBL
In lieu of any other rates and discounts, Customer will pay fixed per-call rates ranging from $0.00 to $0.65 for the
following Voice Services:
Domestic Card Per-Call Surcharge
International Card Per-Call Surcharge: International Card calls originating in the U.S.
ECR Feature Charges: Per-call feature charges for the following features:
ECR Menu Routing
ECR Message Announcement
Standard Database Routing
Advanced Database Routing
Announced Connect
ECR Busy/No Answer Rerouting (BNAR)
TakeBack and Transfer TNT
Caller TakeBack
Monitoring Condition: The $0.00 price per call is based on Customer and its users
collectively not using either the Database Routing or Host Connect/Advanced Database
Features more than 20 times per month without using TNT. If Customer and its users
using either feature without using TNT more than 20 times per month for two consecutive
months, Company reserves the right to change the price per call to $0.03. (Database
Routing and Host Connect Advanced Database charges are current waived when using
with TNT).
Intelligent Call Routing:
In lieu of all other rates, discounts and promotions, Customer will pay the following rates to install
a test lab and project management.
Fixed Change Request Fee of $5,000 plus the cost for total number of project labor hours
required. Project labor costs will be charged at $300/hour.
The monthly recurring charge per CAP connection of $3,750 which will apply to this
location shall be waived for the initial three months following installation.
Request for after-hours support: ICR Gateway Services shall be performed between
9:00am and 5:00pm Eastern Time. Customer may be responsible for any additional labor
costs associated with Services performed outside such hours that are above and beyond
the scope of the standard implementation process. Customer agrees to pay a charge of
$400.00 per hour for any after hours work in addition to the normal project labor hours
charge. Any additional charges for after-hours support must be pre-approved, in writing,
by the Customer.
There is a requirement for one frame relay circuit associated with this TEST LAB
installation. Customer will pay for Frame Relay Service in accordance with the rates set
forth in the agreement. Customer will provide its own CPE.
Customer will pay the following rates to relocate its existing Customer Access Points (CAPs) to
Customer locations in Minnesota and Connecticut and for the associated project management.
Fixed Change Request Fee of $5,000 per location plus the cost for total number of project
labor hours required. Project labor hours are charged at $300/hour.
Request for after-hours support: ICR Gateway Services shall be performed between
9:00am and 5:00pm Eastern Time. Customer may be responsible for any additional labor
costs associated with Services performed outside such hours that are above and beyond
the scope of the standard implementation process. Customer agrees to pay a charge of
$400.00 per hour for any after hours work in addition to the normal project labor hours
charge. Any additional charges for after-hours support must be pre-approved, in writing,
by the Customer.
There is a requirement for one frame relay circuit associated with this TEST LAB
installation. Customer will pay for Frame Relay Service in accordance with the rates set
forth in the agreement. Customer will provide its own CPE.
Conferencing Services:
Audio Conferencing: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, Customer will pay fixed per-minute per bridge
rates ranging from $0.0119 to $0.4500 for the following Conferencing Services:
Domestic Audioconferencing: Fixed per-minute rates per participant for domestic
Audioconferencing calls originating and terminating in the U.S. Mainland, Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto
Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands, based on method.
Canadian Audio Conferencing: For Audio Conferencing Dial Out and Toll Free Meet-Me Access (1)
originating in the U.S. Mainland, Alaska, Hawaii, and the U.S. Virgin Islands and terminating in
Canada, and (2) originating in Canada and terminating in the U.S. Mainland, Alaska, Hawaii, and the
U.S. Virgin Islands.
Global Access Transport Charges (U.S. Bridged): Per-minute per-bridge port usage charges, based
on availability of service, zone and origination access type. Bridging charges are additional and are
priced at Customer's applicable Toll Meet Meet-Me Access rate per minute.
Videoconferencing: The Customer will be charged the following range of fixed per-minute rates $0.0900 to
$1.3500 per site for the following Videoconferencing Services:
Domestic ISDN Videoconferencing: Port usage charges per minute per video bridge port (“Bridging
Charges”) and dial-out transport usage charges per minute for transport (per 2 channels 112/128
kbps), with rounding to the next higher full minute. Bridging Charges include charges based on
charge type, including Premier/Standard/Unattended ISDN Bridging and Instant Video ISDN Bridging
and there is an additional per call minute charge for Premier Video Conferencing. Transport
charges apply to the following countries: US, Australia, Hong Kong, Japan, Singapore, and the UK.
Data Services:
Access:
TDM Based Access Services – DS0 and DS-1: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will pay
fixed monthly recurring per-circuit local loop charges ranging from $150 to $165 for DS-0 and DS1 Access.
TDM Based Access Services - Network Connection Charges: In lieu of any other rates and discounts,
Customer will pay fixed monthly recurring network connection charges ranging from $50 to $5,000 for DS0, DS-
1, DS-3, OC-3 and OC-12 access services.
TDM Based Access Services - Equipment-related Charge: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, Customer
will pay a fixed monthly recurring charge of $300 for DS-3 M13 (Mux).
TDM Based Access Services - Type 1 Access: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will pay
fixed monthly recurring per-circuit local loop charges ranging from $900 to $4,000 for Type 1 DS-3, Type 1 OC-
3 and Type 1 OC-12 access circuits.
TDM Based Access Services - DS-3 Access Circuits by CLLI Codes: In lieu of any other rates and discounts,
the Customer will pay fixed monthly recurring per-circuit local loop charges ranging from $1,360 to $3,656 for
DS-3 access circuits at 42 CLLI codes mutually agreed upon by the Customer and the Company.
TDM Based Access Services - DS-3 Access Circuits by Access IDs: In lieu of any other rates and discounts,
the Customer will pay fixed monthly recurring charges ranging from $750 to $1,600 and a non-recurring charge
of $0 for DS-3 access circuits at 3 Access IDs mutually agreed upon by the Customer and the Company.
TDM Based Access Services - OC-3 Access Circuits by CLLI Codes: In lieu of any other rates and discounts,
the Customer will pay a fixed monthly recurring charge of $1,500 for OC-3 access circuits at 2 CLLI codes
mutually agreed upon by the Customer and the Company.
Monitoring Conditions:
In lieu of the above pricing for Type 1 access, Company reserves the right to change the
rates if Type 1 access is not installed.
In lieu of the pricing set forth above for CLLI code-specific access, Company reserves the
right to change standard list VBSIII rates (Type 1 and Type 3, as applicable) if the access
type is not Secondary CFA for these CLLI codes.
TDM Based Access Services - OC-3 Access Circuits by Access IDs: In lieu of any other rates and discounts,
the Customer will pay fixed monthly recurring charges ranging from $1,500 to $11,637 for OC-3 access circuits
at 2 Access IDs mutually agreed upon by the Customer and the Company.
Monitoring Condition: The monthly recurring charge for 1 access ID mutually agreed upon by the
Customer and the Company is valid as long as the circuit is used in conjunction with an OC-3 Private
IP port at the same location along with a Gold CAR minimum of 20 Mbps at the same location. In
lieu of the rates set forth above, Company reserves the right to change standard list VBSIII prices if
this requirement is not met.
TDM Based Access Services - OC-12 Access Circuits by Access IDs: In lieu of any other rates and discounts,
the Customer will pay a fixed monthly recurring per-circuit charge of $2,387 and a non-recurring charge of $0
for OC-12 access circuits at 4 Access IDs mutually agreed upon by the Customer and the Company.
TDM Based Access Services - OC-12 Access Circuits by CLLI Codes: In lieu of any other rates and discounts,
Customer will pay a fixed monthly recurring charge of $6,072 for OC-12 Access Circuits at 1 CLLI code
mutually agreed upon by Customer and Company. A minimum one year term is required.
Converged Ethernet Access Service: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, Customer will pay a fixed
monthly recurring charge of $2,773.60 for Type 1 GigE Converged Ethernet Access at 3 Circuit IDs mutually
agreed upon by the Customer and the Company.
IDE Access: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, Customer will pay a fixed monthly recurring local loop
charge of $1,652 for IDE access at 3 Circuit IDs mutually agreed upon by the Customer and the Company.
Private Line Service: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will pay fixed monthly recurring per-
circuit per circuit mile charges ranging from $1.0224 to $6.7200 for domestic Private Line Service, based on
Terrestrial Digital Service 1.5 and 45.
Interstate Private Line Service: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, Customer will pay fixed monthly
recurring per circuit charges ranging from $300 to $5,000 and monthly per circuit per mile charges ranging from
$0.7500 to $9.90 for DS0, TDS 1.5, TDS 45 (Sonet), OC-3 (Sonet) and OC-12 (Sonet) U.S. Private Line
Service. Customer certifies that any private line circuit will carry more than ten percent (10%) interstate traffic.
Non-recurring charges for Domestic Private Line Installation are waived. A monthly recurring charge of $700
applies to the following: Cancellation charge prior to install (per port/IXC) as well as a $500 monthly recurring
charge per Expedite Fee (per port/IXC).
Interstate Private Line Service: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will pay a fixed monthly
recurring IXC charge of $12,072 and non-recurring charge of $0 with mileage of 1,509 for OC-12 Interstate
Private Line Service at 1 CLLI code pair mutually agreed upon by Customer and Company. Access is not
eligible and is additional. Customer certifies that any private line circuit will carry more than ten percent (10%)
interstate traffic. Mileage is shown for illustrative purposes. Pricing is only valid if capacity exists on Company
network. If capacity has to be leased, pricing is not valid.
International Private Line Service: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, Customer will pay a fixed monthly
recurring IOC charges ranging from$4,654 to $26,818 for U.S. ½ circuit IOC portions of the International
Private Line DS-3 and E-1 circuits originating in the United States and terminating in India.
Frame Relay Service: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will pay fixed monthly recurring
port charges ranging from $163 to $4,680 for domestic Frame Relay Service.
In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will pay fixed monthly recurring PVC (Simplex) charges
ranging from $12 to $8,439 for domestic Frame Relay Service based on Committed Information Rate.
In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will pay a fixed monthly recurring maximum charge of
$47,675.63 for Usage Based PVCs (Simplex), based on CIR. For Zero CIR PVCs (Simplex) the Customer will
be charged the greater amount of $5.00 or $1.75 per kbps.
International Frame Relay Service: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will pay fixed
monthly recurring port charges ranging from $614 to $1,446 for International Frame Relay Service. (UK only)
Metro Private Line Ethernet Service: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will pay fixed
monthly recurring charges ranging from $1,500 to $3,900 for 150M to 1000M Point to Point Metro Private Line
Ethernet Service.
EPL – Metro only: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will pay fixed monthly recurring
charges ranging from $1,000 to $2,800 for 150M to 1000M End Link (EPL-Metro only) Service.
Ethernet Virtual Private Line-National: In lieu of all other rates and discounts, Customer will pay monthly
recurring per circuit mile charges ranging from $1,000 to $16,000 and per mile rates ranging from $3.50 to
$19.80 (unless the Minimum Monthly MRC per Circuit is not met, in which case the Minimum Monthly per
circuit will apply) for 5M, 10M, 20M, 40M, 50M, 60M, 80M, 100M, 150M, 300M, 600M and 1,000M EVPL –
National access circuits. Separate Converged Ethernet Access pricing will apply for each end of the circuit.
In lieu of any other rates and promotions, Customer will pay monthly recurring charges ranging from $1,300 to
$9,965 and a non-recurring charge of $0 for 100M and 1000M EVPL – National between 2 CLLI code pairs
mutually agreed upon by the Customer and the Company. Separate Converged Ethernet Access pricing will
apply for each end of the circuit.
Ethernet Private Line (EPL) – National: In lieu of any other rates and promotions, Customer will pay monthly
recurring per circuit charges ranging from $1,900 to $16,000 and monthly recurring per mile charges ranging
from $5.90 to $19.80 for 150M, 600M and 1,000M EPL– National between 2 CLLI code pairs mutually agreed
upon by the Customer and the Company.
Metro Wavelength Base System 3: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, Customer will pay a monthly
recurring charge of $67,000 and a non-recurring charge of $263,500 for 4 Customer (6 Term) 1 IXC POP, 1
Local Node Dedicated Multipoint w/Hub – Protected at 1 location mutually agreed upon by Customer and
Company. The NRC is not subject to the waiver set forth in Section 1 of the Agreement.
Minimum Service Term: Customer is committed to a minimum 60 monthly billing periods for the
Metro Wavelength Base System 3 commencing with the Metro Wavelength Base System 3
Activation Date. If the Metro Wavelength Base System 3 extends beyond the Term of the
Agreement, the terms and conditions of the Agreement shall continue to apply Company‟s provision
of Metro Wavelength Base System 3.
Annual Commitment: UHS Purchases during each 12-month period commencing with the Metro
Wavelength Base System 3 Activation Date shall be no less than $804,000
Early Termination Charge: If (a) Customer terminates the Metro Wavelength Base System 3 during
the Metro Wavelength Service Term Base System 3 for reasons other than Cause (such termination
will not be effective until 60 days after Company receives written notice of termination); or (b)
Company terminates Metro Wavelength Base System 3 or the Agreement for Cause, Company may
assess Customer an early termination charge equal to (i) all accrued but unpaid charges for Metro
Wavelength Base System 3 incurred through the date of such termination, plus (ii) an amount equal
to 100% of the unsatisfied Metro Wavelength Base System 3 remaining during the year of
termination, and for each subsequent Metro Wavelength Service Term Base System 3 remaining in
Metro Wavelength Service Term Base System 3, (iii) 100% of any documented early term charges
imposed by third parties, plus (iv) a pro rata portion of any and all credits received by Customer
related to Metro Wavelength Base System 3 service provided in the Agreement. Customer agrees
that the early termination charge is a reasonable means for Company to obtain reimbursement for
the costs of providing Metro Wavelength that are allocated across the entire Service Term Base
System 3 and are otherwise difficult to estimate.
Metro Wavelength Base System 3: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, Customer will pay rates ranging
from $1,284 to $7,881 for Metro Wavelength for the following services: 1 x 40G Transparent Wave –
Unprotected, 1 x 40G SONET/OC768 – Unprotected, 1 x 10G Transparent Wave – Protected, 1 x 10G
Transparent Wave – Unprotected, 1 x 10GbE LAN PHY – Protected, 1 x 10GbE LAN PHY – Unprotected, 1 x
10GbE WAN PHY – Protected, 1 x 10GbE WAN PHY – Unprotected, 1 x 10G SONET/OC192 – Protected, 1 x
10G SONET/OC192 – Unprotected, 1 x 10G Fibre Channel – Protected, 1 x 10G Fibre Channel – Unprotected,
1 x 10G FICON – Protected, 1 x 10G FICON – Unprotected, 1 x 4G Fibre Channel – Protected, 1 x 4G Fibre
Channel – Unprotected, 1 x 10G Channelized 2 x 4G Fibre Channel – Protected, 1 x 10G Channelized 2 x 4G
Fibre Channel – Unprotected, 1 x 10G Channelized 4 x OC48 – Protected, 1 x 10G Channelized 4 x OC48 –
Unprotected, 1 x 10G Channelized 4 x 2G Fibre Channel – Protected, 1 x 10G Channelized 4 x 2G Fibre
Channel – Protected, 1 x 10G Channelized 4 x 2G FICON – Unprotected, 1 x 10G Channelized 9 x 1GbE –
Protected, 1 x 10G Channelized 9 x 1GbE – Unprotected, 1 x 10G Channelized 9 x 1G Fibre Channel –
Protected, 1 x 10G Channelized 9 x 1G Fibre Channel – Unprotected, 1 x 2.5G Transparent Wave – Protected,
1 x 2.5G Transparent Wave – Unprotected, 1 xOC48 – Protected, 1 xOC48 – Unprotected,1 x 2G FC –
Protected, 1 x 2G FC – Unprotected,1 x 2G FICON – Protected, 1 x 2G FICON – Unprotected, 1 x 2G ISC –
Protected, 1 x 2G ISC – Unprotected, 1 x 1GbE – Protected, 1 x 1GbE – Unprotected, 1 x 1G FC – Protected,
1 x 1G FC – Unprotected, 1 x 1G FICON – Protected, 1 x 1G FICON – Unprotected, 1 x 10G Channelized 9 x
1G FICON – Protected, 1 x 10G Channelized 9 x 1G FICON – Unprotected, 1 x OC12 – Protected, 1 x OC12 –
Unprotected, 1 x OC3 – Protected, 1 x OC3 – Unprotected, 1 x ESCON – Protected, 1 x ESCON –
Unprotected, 1 x 10G Channelized Variable – Protected, 1 x 10G Channelized Variable – Unprotected.
Beginning with month 25 of the Minimum Service Term of the metro Wavelength Base System 3,
Customer may terminate Metro Wavelength Service to Customer location in Minnesota without
termination liability. If Customer terminates service in Minnesota, the monthly recurring charge of
$67,000 will decrease to $64,000 following completion of the order terminating the service. In
addition, the Metro Wavelength Annual Commitment Base System 3 will change to $772,800.
Metro Private Line Dedicated Multi-Point Service (“DMS”) Sonet Services: In lieu of any other rates and
discounts, Customer will pay monthly recurring charges ranging from $1,760 to $21,320 for 3 VO48 Premises
Connections, 1 VO48 Hub Connection, 4 DMS Wave Appearance OC 48 Unprotected and a Premises Charge
for VO48 Speed (Located in Minnesota). In addition, Customer will pay monthly recurring charges ranging from
$15 to $53 for the following Appearances Charges per Termination: DS-1 Interface, DS-3 Interface, OC-3
Protected Interface, OC-3 Unprotected Interface, OC-12 Protected Interface, OC-12 Unprotected Interface,
OC-48 Protected Interface, OC-48 Unprotected Interface, Gig E Interface and 10/100 Interface.
Discounts:
Voice Services: In lieu of any other rates or discounts, the Customer will receive a discount equal to 55% for the following
Voice Services:
International Outbound Voice Service, Including International Calling Card Service: Standard VBSIII Guide
Type 23 rates for US originating International Outbound Voice Service.
International Toll Free Voice Service: Standard VBSIII Guide rates for International Toll Free Voice Service.
Conferencing Services: In lieu of any other rates or discounts, the Customer will receive a discount equal to 40% for the
following Conferencing Services:
US Dial Out International Audio Conferencing: The current standard rates in the Guide (which includes both
transport and bridging) for domestically bridged International Dial-Out Audio Conferencing, International Audio
Conferencing (dial out from a US bridge).
Data Services: The Customer will receive discounts ranging from 5% to 65% for the following Data Services:
Access: Standard VBSIII Guide local loop charges for DS-3 Access Service and Type 1, Type 3 Converged
Ethernet Access.
Private Line Service: Standard VBSIII Guide U.S. half-circuit charges for International Private Line Service and
monthly recurring charges for Type 1 Ethernet Private Line – US Access.
Frame Relay Service: Standard VBSIII Guide monthly recurring port and PVC charges for domestic Frame
Relay Service.
Classifications, Practices and Regulations:
Underutilization Charges: If, in any annual period during the Term, the Customer‟s Total Service Charges do not meet or
exceed the MVR, the Customer shall pay (a) all accrued but unpaid charges incurred under the Agreement and (b) an
“Underutilization Charge” in an amount equal to 30% of the difference between the MVR and the Customer‟s total service
charges during such annual period.
Metro Wavelength Shortfall: Company shall calculate Customer purchases of Metro Wavelength Services upon
the conclusion of each Metro Wavelength service term contract year. If Customer purchases for applicable
Metro Wavelength services are less than the Metro Wavelength Annual Commitment in a service Term
contract year Customer shall pay Company, in addition to all accrued but unpaid usage and other charges
incurred under the agreement, a charge (the “Metro Wavelength Shortfall”) equal to one hundred percent
(100%) of the difference between the Metro Wavelength Shortfall and Customer purchases of Metro
Wavelength Services.
Termination with Liability: If (a) the Customer terminates the Agreement before the end of the Term for reasons other
than for Cause or (b) the Company terminates the Agreement for Cause, then the Customer will pay, within 30 days after
such termination: (i) all accrued but unpaid charges incurred through the date of such termination, plus (ii) an amount
equal to 30 percent of the unsatisfied AVC remaining during the year of termination, and for each subsequent annual
period remaining in the Term, plus (iii) a pro rata portion of any and all credits received by the Customer.
Additional Liability for Metro Wavelength: If (a) Customer terminates Metro Wavelength for reasons other than
Cause (such termination not to be effective until sixty (60) days after Company receives written notice of
termination); or (b) Company terminates Metro Wavelength or the agreement for cause, Company may assess
Customer an early termination charge equal to: (i) all accrued but unpaid charges for Metro Wavelength
incurred through the date of such termination, plus (ii) an amount equal to one hundred percent (100%) of the
unsatisfied Metro Wavelength Annual Commitment remaining during the year of termination, and for each
subsequent Metro Wavelength Service Term Contract Year remaining in the Metro Wavelength Service Term,
(iii) one hundred percent (100%) of any early term charges imposed by third parties, plus (iv) a pro rata portion
of any and all credits received by Customer related to Metro Wavelength service provided hereunder.
Credits:
The Customer will receive a $15,000 credit applied against the Customer‟s PIC change charges incurred during
the term of service.
Billing Adjustment Credit: To provide Customer the benefit of the rates and discounts in the Amendment as of the
Effective Date and until such rates and discounts are implemented, the Company shall provide Customer with a one-time
billing adjustment credit equal to $301,267.12 plus applicable taxes and surcharges. This credit shall compensate
Customer for the difference between the Tariff/Guide/list rates invoiced during the 1st full billing cycle following
Customer's signature date above and the rates and discounts in this Agreement.
Billing Adjustment Credit: To provide Customer the benefit of the rates and discounts in the Amendment as of the
Effective Date and until such rates and discounts are implemented, the Company shall provide Customer with a one-time
billing adjustment credit equal to $154,981.29 plus applicable taxes and surcharges. This credit shall compensate
Customer for the difference between the Tariff/Guide/list rates invoiced during the 1st full billing cycle following
Customer's signature date above and the rates and discounts in this Agreement.
Circuit Billing Adjustment Credit: Company shall provide Customer with a one-time billing adjustment credit equal to of
One Hundred and One Thousand, One Hundred and Forty-Five Dollars and Six Cents ($101,145.06), plus applicable
Taxes and Regulatory Charges. To provide Customer the benefit of the rates contained in the nineteenth amendment for
certain circuits this credit shall compensate Customer for the difference between rates billed since installation of the
circuit and the rates set forth in the nineteenth amendment. Credit will be applied against charges incurred for interstate
and international services.
Internet Dedicated Services Credit: Company will provide Customer a pro-rated Internet Dedicated Achievement Credit in
the amount of One Hundred Two Thousand, Seven Hundred Forty-Four Dollars ($102,744), plus applicable Taxes and
Regulatory Charges. The credit will be applied to the Customer‟s interstate and international purchases.
IDE Billing Adjustment Credit: To provide Customer the benefit of the rates contained in the 19th Amendment from
November 1, 2008 through February 28, 2009, Company shall provide Customer with a one-time billing adjustment credit
equal to Eight Thousand, Six Hundred and Nineteen Dollars ($8,619), plus applicable Taxes and Regulatory
Charges. This credit will be applied against charges incurred for interstate and international services. If the interstate and
international charges for such monthly billing period are less than the credit, the excess amount of such credit will be
applied to the interstate and international charges in the next consecutive monthly billing period(s) until the full credit
amount has been applied.
OC-12 Access Billing Adjustment Credit: To provide Customer the benefit of the difference between the monthly
recurring charges which were billed and the monthly recurring charges which should have been billed for such circuits
from the date such circuits were installed through April 30, 2009, Company shall provide Customer with a one-time billing
adjustment credit equal to $25,197.35, plus applicable Taxes and Regulatory Charges. The credit will be applied against
charges incurred for interstate and international services. If the interstate and international charges for such monthly
billing period are less than the credit, the excess amount of such credit will be applied to the interstate and international
charges in the next consecutive monthly billing period(s) until the full credit amount has been applied.
Billing Adjustment Credit: To provide Customer the benefit of the rates contained in the 25th Amendment as of April 1,
2011, Company shall provide a one-time billing adjustment credit equal to $325,283.02, plus applicable taxes and
governmental charges, to be applied in the second (2nd) monthly billing period of the term following the 25th Amendment
Effective Date. The credit will be applied against charges incurred for interstate and international services.
Recurring Credits:
Quarterly Achievement Credits:
If during any Achievement Quarter (as defined below), Customer purchases (excluding purchases of International Internet
Service) (“Applicable Quarterly Charges”) for the Achievement Quarter falls within one of the Applicable Quarterly
Charges ranges specified below, Customer shall receive the corresponding quarterly achievement credit set forth below,
plus applicable Taxes and Regulatory Charges (“Quarterly Achievement Credit”). The Quarterly Achievement Credit will
be applied against Customer's designated purchases incurred for interstate and international Company data, non-voice
Option 2 and Option 3 services and any other services agreed to by Company and Customer. As used herein,
“Achievement Quarter” refers to a period of three consecutive months, commencing as of the fifteenth amendment
effective date. The Quarterly Achievement Credit will be issued in the second billing cycle following the end of each
Achievement Quarter. As used herein, “Achievement Quarter” refers to a period of three consecutive months,
commencing as of the nineteenth amendment effective date.
Minimum Applicable Quarterly Achievement
Quarterly Charges Maximum Applicable Quarterly Charges Credit
$4,050,000 $4,275,000 $55,248
$4,275,001 $4,500,000 $91,248
$4,500,001 $4,725,000 $124,248
$4,725,001 $4,950,000 $134,208
$4,950,001 $5,175,000 $196,248
$5,175,001 $5,400,000 $211,248
$5,400,001 $5,625,000 $226,248
$5,625,001 $5,850,000 $241,248
$5,850,001 $6,075,000 $256,248
$6,075,001 $6,300,000 $271,248
$6,300,001 $6,525,000 $286,248
$6,525,001 $6,750,000 $301,248
$6,750,001 $6,975,000 $316,248
$6,975,001 $7,200,000 $331,248
$7,200,001 $7,425,000 $346,248
$7,425,001 $7,650,000 $361,248
$7,650,001 $7,875,000 $376,248
$7,875,001 $8,100,000 $391,248
$8,100,001 $8,390,000 $406,248
$8,390,001 $8,680,000 $425,748
$8,680,001 $8,970,000 $445,248
$8,970,001 $9,260,000 $464,748
$9,260,001 $9,550,000 $484,248
$9,550,001 $9,840,000 $503,748
$9,840,001 None $523,248
Takeback and Transfer Credit: Each month, Company will provide Customer with a credit (the “Takeback and Transfer
Credit”) in an amount equal to the number of ECR and IP IVR Takeback and Transfer uses by Customer during the
previous month multiplied by $.002, plus applicable taxes and regulatory charges. Credits will be due thirty (30) days
from the date of invoice. Each Takeback and Transfer Credit will be applied against Customer designated purchases
incurred for interstate and international services and any other services agreed to by Company and Customer. In no
event will the amount of any such credit exceed Customer's applicable purchases for the monthly period in which such
credit is to be applied.
Interstate Service Credit: The Customer will receive a monthly recurring credit against domestic, interstate charges equal
to a discount of 20%, multiplied by Customer‟s Purchases for Intrastate Voice Service Total Service, based on call type,
for all states except California, Connecticut, Florida, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania,
Texas and Wisconsin during that current monthly billing period of the term of service.
Local Service – CLEC Credit Based on Local Usage: Customer will receive a credit equal to 50% multiplied times
Customer‟s Tariffed usage charges and MRCs for Local Service and Local and Long Distance Service Bundles under this
Service Attachment excluding EUCL charges, Operator Service Charges and Directory Assistance. The resulting dollar
amount of the credit will be applied to Customer's Purchases (plus equipment charges), excluding charges for intrastate
telecommunications service. This credit will be reflected on Customer‟s invoice, adjustment memo or other billing
document within two billing cycles after the billing cycle on which it is based. Notwithstanding the foregoing, in no event
may the amount of such credit exceed Customer's Total Service Charges (plus equipment charges) – excluding charges
for intrastate telecommunications service – for the monthly billing period in which that credit is to be applied.
Waivers:
Installation Waiver, Exclusions: Company will waive the one-time installation charges associated with the implementation
of services within the 48 contiguous States of the U.S. provided under this Agreement except for the following services:
(i) eDSL, (ii) VPN, (iii) PTT / third party services (including International Access and Company International), (iv) Data
Center, (v) Paging, (vi) Managed Services, (vii) CPE, (viii) Enhanced Call Routing, (ix) Local Disaster Recovery, (x)
Audio, Video, and Net Conferencing, (xi) Voice Over IP Services (IP Flexible T1, IP Integrated Access, IP Trunking, and
Hosted IP Centrex) (xii) Security Services, (xiii) Non-Listing/Non-Published Service, (xiv) Telecommunications Service
Priority, and (xv) Services provided by Company incumbent local exchange carriers or by partnership and its affiliate, if
any, except where specifically waived within product specific pricing in the agreement. Usage charges, monthly recurring
charges, expedite charges, change charges; surcharges, charges for an unlisted or non-published number, any charges
imposed by third parties (including access, egress, jack, or wiring charges), Taxes or regulatory charges will not be
waived.
PlC Charge Waiver: Company will provide a credit of up to $15,000 over the Term of the Agreement that will be applied
as a one-time credit to offset charges associated with PlC change charges.
Interconnection Charge Waivers: Except as provided below, Company will waive all coordination, central office
connection, and substantively similar charges for interconnection of access services and Company services. Company
may impose a Network Connection Fee for interconnection of Customer or user-provided access with Company‟s
Services, the following Network Connection Fees will apply in lieu of the corresponding charge in the Guide:
* $50DSO
• $100/DS1
• $750/DS3
• $1500/0C3
Except as provided below, Company will waive all coordination, central office connection, and substantively similar
charges for interconnection of access services and Company services. Company may impose a Network Connection
Fee for interconnection of Customer or user-provided access with Company‟s Services, the following Network Connection
Fees will apply in lieu of the corresponding charge in the Guide:
* $50DSO
• $100/DS1
• $750/DS3
• $1500/0C3
Toll Free Features: Toll Free Features, including Alternate Routing, DNIS, Holiday Routing and Tailored Call coverage
are waived.
ECR Non-Recurring Charges: The following ECR non-recurring charges are waived for the term; New ECR Application,
ECR Change, Network Database Install, Assistance w/Database Creation, Assistance w/Database Changes, Remote
Audio Update, Professional Language Recording, Foreign Language Recording.
The Company will waive Customer‟s non-recurring charges for Domestic Private Line Installation.
Payment Arrangements: The Customer must pay for Company service within 30 days of receipt of the Company‟s invoice.
Other Requirements: In order to be eligible to receive Company service under this option, the Customer must satisfy the following
requirements at the time of option enrollment:
All of the Customer‟s voice service usage and Frame Relay service must be new usage to the Company;
The Customer and the Customer‟s Designated Affiliate‟s telecommunications services usage must equal or exceed
$2,000,000 per month.
The Customer and the Customer‟s Designated Affiliate‟s audio conferencing usage must equal or exceed an
average of 7,000,000 minutes per month during the annual period prior to option enrollment; and,
At least 90 percent of the Customer‟s audio conferencing and videoconferencing usage must be new usage to the
Company.
OPTION NO. 4131 (rev. May 10, Amendment 12)
Initial Term: 36 months following the Ramp Period.
Commencing on the 9th Amendment Effective Date, the Term will start anew and continue for a period of 36 months.
Commencing on the 12th Amendment Effective Date, the Term will start anew and continue for a period of 36 months.
Following the expiration of the Initial Term, unless either party has given 30 days written notice of intent to let term expire, service
under this option will continue on a month-to-month basis for up to 6 months, subject to the terms and conditions, including rates
and discounts set forth under this option (Extension Term). Either party may terminate service during the Extension Term by
providing the other party at least 30 days prior written notice.
Ramp Period: The Ramp Period shall begin on the Effective Date and continue for a period of 3 months following the Effective
Date. Commencing with the Effective Date and at all times during the Ramp Period thereafter, Customer will receive the rates,
discounts, charges and credits set forth herein and will not be subject to the AVC.
Minimum Annual Volume Commitment (“AVC”): $20,000 in Total Service Charges (“AVC”) during each contract year of the Term
(following the expiration of the Ramp Period).
Commencing on the 9th Amendment Effective Date and for the remainder of the Term, Customer‟s new AVC will be $450,000 in
Total Service Charges, or a pro rata portion thereof for any partial contract year.
Commencing on the 12th Amendment Effective Date and for the remainder of the Term, Customer‟s new AVC will be $360,000 in
Total Service Charges.
“Total Service Charges” means all charges, after application of all discounts and credits, incurred by Customer for Services provided under
the Agreement, specifically excluding: (a) Taxes; (b) charges for equipment (unless otherwise expressly stated herein); (c) charges incurred
for goods or services where Company acts as agent for Customer in its acquisition of goods or services; (d) non-recurring charges; (e)
Governmental Charges; (f) international pass-through access charges (i.e., Type 3/PTT) and charges for international access provided by
Company (i.e., Type 1); and (g) other charges expressly excluded by the Agreement.
Rates and Charges:
Voice Services: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, Customer will pay fixed per-minute rates ranging from $0.0170
to $0.0250 for the following Voice Services.
Domestic Voice Service: Domestic Outbound Voice Service and Domestic Inbound Voice Service, including
Interstate Card Service, based on origination and termination type.
Conferencing Services:
Audioconferencing: In lieu of any other rates and discounts The Customer will pay fixed per-minute rates
ranging from $0.10 to $0.39 for the following Conferencing Services:
Domestic Audioconferencing: Fixed per-minute rates per participant for domestic Audioconferencing
calls originating and terminating in the U.S. Mainland, Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, and the U.S.
Virgin Islands, based on method.
International Audioconferencing: Fixed per-minute rates per participant for international
Audioconferencing calls originating in the U.S. Mainland, Alaska, Hawaii and the U.S. Virgin Islands
and terminating in Canada, and originating in Canada and terminating in the U.S. Mainland, Alaska,
Hawaii and the U.S. Virgin Islands, based on method.
Data Services:
Access:
In lieu of any other rates and discounts, Customer will pay fixed monthly recurring per-circuit local loop charges
ranging from $87 to $1,000 for DS-0, DS-1 and DS-3 Access circuits at 2 NPA/NXX locations mutually agreed
upon by the Customer and the Company.
Private Line Service: The Customer will pay fixed monthly recurring IOC charges ranging from $360.00 to
$638.84 for DS-1 Service between 6 locations mutually agreed upon by the Customer and the Company.
Ethernet Private Line (“EPL”) Metro Service: The Customer will pay a fixed monthly recurring IOC charge of
$1,215 for 150 Mbps EPL Metro Service between 2 locations mutually agreed upon by the Customer and the
Company.
Discounts:
Voice Services: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will receive discounts ranging from 25% to 50% for
the following Voice Services:
Switched Data Services: Standard Guide rates for Domestic and international Switched Data Service and Toll
Free Digital Service usage.
Tariffed Usage: Tariffed usages charges and MRCs for Local and Long Distance Service Bundles, excluding
EUCL charges, Operator Service Charges and Directory Assistance.
Data Services: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will receive a discount equal to 93% for the
following Data Services:
Private Line Service: Standard Guide Inter-Office Channel Charges and Per-Mile charges for Terrestrial Digital
Service. Customer certifies that any private line circuit will carry more than 10% interstate traffic.
Classifications, Practices and Regulations:
Underutilization: If, in any contract year during the Term, the Customer‟s Total Service Charges do not meet or exceed
the AVC, the Customer shall pay: (a) all accrued but unpaid charges incurred under the Agreement; and (b) an
“Underutilization Charge” in an amount equal to 100% of the difference between the AVC and the Customer‟s total
service charges during such annual period.
Termination with Liability:
If (a) the Customer terminates the Agreement during the Term for reasons other than for Cause or (b) the Company
terminates the agreement for cause, then the Customer will pay, within 30 days after such termination: (i) all accrued but
unpaid charges incurred through the date of such termination, plus (ii) an amount equal to 100% of the unsatisfied AVC
for each contract year (and a pro rata portion thereof for any partial annual period) remaining in the unexpired portion of
the Initial Term on the date of such termination, plus (iii) a pro rata portion of any and all credits received by the
Customer.
Credits:
Billing Adjustment Credit: To provide Customer the benefit of the rates and discounts in this Agreement as of the
Effective Date and until such rates and discounts are implemented, Company shall provide Customer with a one-time
billing adjustment credit equal to $36,000 plus applicable taxes and surcharges. This credit shall compensate Customer
for the difference between the Tariff/Guide/list rates invoiced during the 1st full billing cycle following Customer's
signature date above and the rates and discounts in this Agreement.
One-Time Credits:
The Customer will receive a $5,920.20 credit applied against the Customer‟s Company service.
The Customer will receive two credits each equal to $8,280 applied against the Customer‟s interstate charges.
Customer will receive a credit, equal to $1,000, applied against Customer's designated Service Charges
incurred for Interstate and International Services and any other services mutually agreed upon by the Customer
and the Company. Customer must order and maintain one Type 1 EPL Metro circuit at one location mutually
agreed upon by the Customer and the Company.Should the Customer not satisfy this condition, the Company
reserves the right to debit the Customer‟s account for a pro rata portion of the above credit.
Fund Deposit:
Customer will receive a credit of $112,500, to be applied to Customer‟s Fund account.
Waiver(s):
The Company will waive the one-time installation and other non-recurring standard charges associated with the
implementation of domestic Company service under this option.
Other Requirements: In order to be eligible to receive Company service under this option, the Customer must satisfy the following
requirements at the time of option enrollment:
The Customer location at one designated NPA/NXX location must be located in a LIT facility.
Promotions: The Customer is eligible for the following promotions as set forth in the Guide:
Competitive Voice II Promotion
Regional Frame Relay and Private IP Promotion
Intralata Pic Fee Credit Promotion
OPTION NO. 4132
1. Term and Renewal Options: The term of service is 36 months.
2. Description of Service: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply. In addition, for purposes of this option, Company service
usage associated with other products of the Company and its affiliates will be used to ascertain whether the MVR under
Section 3 is satisfied. For purposes of Section 3, “Company service usage” shall be expressed in U.S. dollars.
3. Minimum Volume Requirement: The Customer's Company service usage must equal or exceed $84,000 during each
annual period of the term of service (MVR).
4. Rates and Charges: Unless otherwise specified as “fixed”, the rates and charges in this option may be adjusted
periodically during the term of service.
In order to be eligible to receive service under this option, the Customer may subscribe to Feature Option 1 and Feature
Option 2 only for On-Net Service.
4.1 On-Net Voice Services: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will be charged the rates and
receive the discounts as set forth in SCA Guide Type 16 for domestic and international On-Net Voice Service
usage.
4.1.1 Features: The Customer will be charged a fixed $0.033 per minute for Enhanced Call Routing (ECR)
Platform usage. The Customer will be charged the following fixed per call rates for ECR Function
usage.
Function Per Call Charge
Menu Routing $0.04
Message Announcement 0.04
Standard Database Routing 0.04
Advanced Database Routing 0.04
Busy/No Answer Rerouting 0.04
Announced Connect 0.04
Per-Use Charge
Caller Takeback $0.04
Takeback and Transfer 0.04
The Company will waive the standard Guide charge for new ECR Application Installation.
5. Volume Discounts:
5.1 Vnet: Vnet is not available under this option.
5.2 MCI 800 Service: MCI 800 Service is not available under this option.
5.3 SCA Discount: Customers enrolled in this option are not eligible for SCA discounts.
5.4 Dedicated Leased Line Service Discounts: The provisions of SCA Type 1 do not apply.
5.4.1 Access: The Customer will receive the discounts set forth in SCA Guide Type 16 on the Customer‟s
monthly recurring local loop charges.
5.5 Charges Not Eligible for Discounts: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply.
6. Classifications, Practices and Regulations:
6.1 Underutilization: If during any annual period of the term of service the Customer fails to satisfy the MVR, the
Customer will be billed and required to pay an underutilization charge equal to the difference between the
Customer‟s actual usage during that annual period and the MVR, or a pro rata portion thereof for any partial
annual period.
6.2 Termination with Liability: If the Customer terminates service under this option prior to the expiration of the term
of service, the Customer will be billed and required to: (i) repay a pro rata portion of all credits received under
this option, and, (ii) pay an early termination charge equal to all of the MVR for each annual period remaining in
the term of service, or a pro rata portion thereof for any partial annual period.
6.3 Non-Recurring Credits: The provisions of SCA Type 1 do not apply.
6.4 Payment Arrangements: The Customer must pay for Company service within 30 days of the date of the
Company‟s invoice.
6.5 Guide Rates: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply.
6.6 Termination Without Liability: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply.
6.7 Successors and Assigns: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply, except the Company may not assign this
option, except to an affiliate or successor, without the prior written consent of the Customer, and the Customer
may assign this option to a successor without the prior written consent of the Company.
7. Availability: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply.
Jun.-04
OPTION NO. 4133 (rev. Dec.-05)
1. Term and Renewal Options: The term of service is 24 months (Term).*
*For Term, we assume agreement delivered on the same day the Customer signed, and billing cycle starts on the first of
the month. Exact Term may vary somewhat if agreement delivered later or billing cycle starts after the first of the month.
2. Description of Service: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply.
3. Minimum Volume Requirement: The Customer‟s Company service usage must equal or exceed $360,000 during each
annual period of the Term (MVR).
4. Rates and Charges: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply.
In order to be eligible to receive service under this option, the Customer may subscribe to Feature Option 2 only for On-
Net Service.
4.1 Voice Services: The Customer will be charged the following range of fixed per-minute rates $0.026 to $0.035
for the following voice services:
4.1.1 Domestic Voice Services: Domestic Outbound Voice Service, domestic Inbound Voice Service and
domestic Card Service usage, based on origination and termination type.
4.1.2 International Voice Service: International Outbound Voice Service, international Inbound Voice
Service, international Card Service usage that originates in the following locations: the U.S.
Mainland, Hawaii and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
The Company will waive the $25 monthly recurring charge for international Toll Free numbers under
this option, based on termination type.
4.2 Audioconferencing: The Customer will be charged the following range of fixed per minute rates $0.10 to
$0.4025 for the following Conferencing Services:
4.2.1 Audioconferencing: Fixed per-minute rates per participant for domestic Audioconferencing calls
originating and terminating in the U.S. mainland, Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin
Islands, based on method.
4.2.1.1 Instant Replay Plus: Fixed per minute per-participant rates for Instant Replay Plus usage
using toll free number access and toll number access.
4.3 Videoconferencing: The Customer will be charged the following range of fixed per-minute rates $0.32 to $0.90
per site for the following Videoconferencing Services:
4.3.1 Domestic Videoconferencing: Port usage charges and Dial-Out Transport charges per increment of 2
channel 112/128 kbps for domestic Videoconferencing.
4.3.2 `International Videoconferencing: Dial-Out Transport charges per-minute per increment of 2 channel
112/128 kbps, for domestic Videoconferencing calls originating in the U.S. (excluding Puerto Rico
and Guam) and terminating in the following international locations: Australia, Hong Kong, Japan,
Singapore and the United Kingdom.
5. Discounts: Unless otherwise specified, discounts apply to non-MBS1 rates as set forth in the Guide or this option.
5.1 Voice Services: The Customer will receive the following range of discounts 5% to 15% for the following Voice
Services:
5.1.1 International Voice Services: International Outbound Voice Service and international Card Service
usage, based on origination and termination type, excluding usage originating or terminating in the
locations set forth in Section 4.1.2. Standard Guide MBS1 rates for International Toll Free Voice
Service, based on origination and termination type.
5.1.2 Conferencing Services: International Audioconferencing usage.
5.2 Data Services: The Customer will receive the following range of discounts 15% to 40% for the following Data
Services:
5.2.1 Access: Standard Guide MBS1 local loop charges for DS-0, DS-1 and DS-3 Access Service.
5.2.2 Frame Relay Service: Monthly recurring Port and PVC charges for domestic Frame Relay Services.
6. Classifications, Practices and Regulations:
6.1 Underutilization: If, in any annual period during the Term, the Customer‟s Total Service Charges do not meet or
exceed the MVR, the Customer shall pay (a) all accrued but unpaid charges incurred under the agreement and
(b) an underutilization charge in an amount equal to 75 percent of the difference between the MVR and the
Customer‟s total service charges during such annual period.
6.2 Termination with Liability: If (a) the Customer terminates the agreement before the end of the Term for reasons
other than for cause or (b) the Company terminates the agreement for cause, then the Customer will pay within
30 days after such termination: (i) all accrued but unpaid charges incurred through the date of such termination,
plus (ii) an amount equal to 75 percent of the unsatisfied MVR remaining during the year of termination, and for
each subsequent annual period remaining in the Term, plus (iii) a pro rata portion of any and all credits
received by the Customer.
6.3 Non-Recurring Credits: The Company will waive the one-time installation and other non-recurring standard
charges associated with the implementation of domestic Company service under this option.
6.4 Payment Arrangements: The Customer must pay for Company service within 30 days of the date of the
Company‟s invoice.
6.5 Recurring Credits: The Customer will receive a monthly recurring credit against interstate and international
charges in an amount equal to a percentage of the standard tariffed rates in effect for the Customer‟s intrastate
Outbound Voice Service usage, excluding Card surcharges, Operator Services and Directory Assistance,
within Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana,
Iowa, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New
Hampshire, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina,
South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin and Wyoming, and the
following range of per-minute rates, based on service type $0.0250 to $0.1500.
The Customer will receive a monthly recurring credit against interstate and international charges in an amount
equal to 15 percent of the standard tariffed rates in effect for the Customer‟s intrastate Outbound Voice Service
usage, excluding Card surcharges, Operator Services and Directory Assistance, excluding usage within
Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa,
Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire,
New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South
Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin and Wyoming.
The Customer will receive a monthly recurring credit against the Customer‟s total service charges for interstate
service under this option in an amount equal to 15 percent of the standard tariffed rates in effect for the
Customer‟s intrastate Inbound Voice Service usage during such monthly billing period. In no event shall the
amount of any such credit exceed the Customer‟s interstate total service charges for the monthly billing period
in which the credit is to be applied.
6.6 Promotions: The Customer is eligible for the following promotions as set forth in the Guide:
IntraLATA PIC Fee Credit Promotion
7. Availability: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply.
OPTION NO. 4134 (rev. Dec. -06, Amendment 9)
1. Term and Renewal Options: The term of service is 42 months. For purposes of this option, the first 3 Months of the Term
are defined as the Ramp Period.
Following the expiration of the Initial Term, the Customer may elect to continue service under this option for one
additional 12 month period subject to the terms and conditions, including rates and discounts set forth under this option
(Extension Term) upon 30 days prior written notice
2. Description of Service: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply.
3. Minimum Volume Requirement: The Customer's Company service usage must equal or exceed the following terms
during each annual period of the Term (MVR).
First Contract Year $3,000,000
Second Contract Year $4,000,000
Third Contract Year $5,000,000
Fourth Contract Year (extended term) $5,000,000
4. Rates and Charges: The provisions of SCA Type 2 apply.
In order to be eligible to receive service under this option, the Customer may subscribe to Feature Options 2
and 3 only for On-Net Service.
4.1 Voice Services: The Customer will be charged the following range of fixed per-minute rates $0.0385 to $1.0400
for the following voice services:
4.1.1 Domestic Voice Services: Domestic Outbound Voice Service, domestic Inbound Voice Service and
domestic Card Service usage, based on origination and termination type. The Customer will be
charged a fixed $0.30 per-call surcharge for domestic Card calls and a fixed $0.50 per-call surcharge
for international Card calls.
4.1.2 International Voice Service: International Outbound Voice Service, international Card usage
originating or terminating in the following locations: Australia, Bahamas, Canada, Fiji Islands, France,
French Polynesia, Italy, Jamaica, Japan, Mexico, United Kingdom. International Inbound Voice
Service usage originating in the following locations: Canada
4.1.3 Directory Assistance. The Customer will be charged a fixed $0.75 per-call charge for domestic
Directory Assistance calls.
4.2 Audioconferencing: The Customer will be charged the following range of fixed per-minute rates $0.0425 to
$0.5400 for the following Conferencing Services:
4.2.1 Audioconferencing: Fixed per-minute rates per participant for domestic Audioconferencing calls
originating and terminating in the U.S. Mainland, Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin
Islands, based on method.
4.2.1.1 International Audioconferencing: Fixed per-minute rates per participant for international
Audioconferencing calls originating in the U.S. Mainland, Alaska, Hawaii and the U.S.
Virgin Islands and terminating in Canada, and originating in Canada and terminating in the
U.S. Mainland, Alaska, Hawaii and the U.S. Virgin Islands, based on method.
Global Access Transport Charges (U.S. Bridged): Per-minute per-bridge port usage
charges, based on availability of service, zone and origination access type.
4.3 Videoconferencing: The Customer will be charged the following range of fixed per-minute rates $0.1900 to
$4.000 per site for the following Videoconferencing Services:
4.3.1 Domestic Videoconferencing: Port usage charges and Dial-Out Transport charges per increment of 2
channel 112/128 kbps, for domestic Videoconferencing calls originating and terminating in the U.S.
Mainland, Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
4.3.2 International Videoconferencing: Dial-Out Transport charges per-minute per increment of 2 channel
112/128 kbps for international Videoconferencing calls originating in the U.S. (excluding Puerto Rico
and Guam) and terminating in selected international locations, based on the Service Regions listed
in the Guide.
4.4 Access: The Customer will be charged the following range of fixed monthly recurring per-circuit local loop
charges $100 to $2,000 for the following Access Services based on Circuit Type:
DDS, DS-0, DS-1, DS-3
4.5 Frame Relay Service: The Customer will be charged the following range of fixed monthly recurring port charges
for domestic Frame Relay Service based on port speed $407 to $13,371. For Zero CIR PVCs the Customer will
be charged the greater amount of $5.00 or $0.065 per megabyte. The Customer will be charged the following
range of fixed monthly recurring maximum charges for Usage Based PVCs, based on CIR $22.04 to
$53,832.35.
5. Discounts: Unless otherwise specified, discounts apply to non-MBS1 rates as set forth in the Guide or this option.
5.1 Voice Services: The Customer will receive a range of discounts equal to 17% to 40% for the following Voice
Services:
5.1.1 International Voice Services: International Outbound Voice Service, international Inbound Voice
Service and international Card service usage, based on origination and termination type, excluding
usage originating or terminating in the locations set forth in Section 4.1.2.
5.1.2 Conferencing Services: International Audioconferencing usage and Net Conferencing usage.
5.2 Data Services: The Customer will receive the following range of discounts 64% to 91% for the following Data
Services:
5.2.1 Private Line Service: Inter-Office Channel Charges and Per-Mile charges for DS-0 and DS-1 Service.
5.2.2 Frame Relay Service: Standard Guide MBS2 Monthly recurring port and PVC charges for domestic
Frame Relay Service.
6. Classifications, Practices and Regulations:
6.1 Underutilization: If, in any annual period during the Term, the Customer‟s Total Service Charges do not meet or
exceed the MVR, the Customer shall pay (a) all accrued but unpaid charges incurred under the agreement and
(b) an underutilization charge in an amount equal to 50 percent of the difference between the MVR and the
Customer‟s total service charges during such annual period.
If during any month of the Extension Term the Customer fails to satisfy the Extension Term MVR, the
Customer will be billed and required to pay (a) all accrued but unpaid charges incurred under the agreement
and (b) an underutilization charge equal to the difference between the Customer‟s total service charges during
such month and the Extension Term MVR.
6.2 Termination with Liability: If (a) the Customer terminates the agreement before the end of the Initial Term for
reasons other than for cause or (b) the Company terminates the agreement for cause, then the Customer will
pay, within 30 days after such termination: (i) all accrued but unpaid charges incurred through the date of such
termination, plus (ii) an amount equal to the unsatisfied MVR for each annual period (and a pro rata portion
thereof for any partial annual period) remaining in the unexpired portion of the Initial Term on the date of such
termination, plus (iii) a pro rata portion of any and all credits provided to the Customer.
6.3 Non-Recurring Credits: The Company will waive the one-time installation and other non-recurring standard
charges associated with the implementation of domestic Company service under this option.
6.4 Waiver :
The Company will waive the Customer‟s monhtly recurring charge for Enhanced Call Routing Feature Service –
Automatic Speech Recognition.
The Company will waive the Customer‟s monhtly recurring charge for Enhanced Call Routing Feature Service –
Simply Speech.
6.5 Payment Arrangements: The Customer must pay for Company service within 30 days of the date of the
Company‟s invoice.
6.6 Recurring Credits: The Customer will receive a monthly recurring credit against domestic, interstate charges in
an amount equal to the difference between the standard tariffed rates in effect for the Customer‟s intrastate
Outbound Voice Service usage within Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut,
Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine,
Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, new
Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon,
Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia,
Wisconsin and the following range of per-minute rates, based on origination and termination type $0.0190 to
$0.1500.
The Customer will receive a monthly recurring credit against domestic, interstate charges in an amount equal
to the difference between the standard tariffed rates in effect for the Customer‟s intrastate Inbound Voice
Service usage within Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida,
Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts,
Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, new Hampshire, New Jersey, New
Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island,
Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin and the following range of
per-minute rates, based on origination and termination type $0.0330 to $0.1867.
7. Availability: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply.
OPTION NO. 4135
1. Term and Renewal Options: The term of service is 12 months.
Following the expiration of the term of service, service under this option will continue for an additional 12-month period
subject to the terms and conditions, including rates and discounts set forth under this option (Extension Term). The
Customer may elect to forego the Extension Term by providing the Company written notice at least 60 days prior to the
expiration of the term of service
2. Description of Service: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply. In addition, for purposes of this option, Company service
usage associated with other products of the Company and its affiliates will be used to ascertain whether the MVR under
Section 3 is satisfied. For purposes of Section 3, “Company service usage” shall be expressed in U.S. dollars.
3. Minimum Volume Requirement: The Customer's Company service usage must equal or exceed $12,000 during each
annual period of the term of service (MVR).
4. Rates and Charges: Unless otherwise specified as “fixed”, the rates and charges in this option may be adjusted
periodically during the term of service.
4.1 audioconferencing: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will be charged the following fixed
rates per minute per bridge port (including set-up fees), for domestic audioconferencing usage, based on
method:
Method Rate
Premier Dial-Out Access $0.35
Premier MCI Toll Free Meet-Me Access 0.30
Premier Toll Meet-Me Access 0.30
Standard Dial-Out Access 0.24
Standard MCI Toll Free Meet-Me Access 0.20
Standard Toll Meet-Me Access 0.20
Unattended Toll Free Meet-Me Access 0.14
Unattended Toll Meet-Me Access 0.14
Instant Meeting Dial-Out 0.14
Instant Meeting Toll Free Meet Me 0.14
Instant Meeting Toll Meet Me 0.14
4.1.1 Net Conferencing: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will be charged a fixed
$0.26 per-minute per-participant for Net Conferencing usage and a fixed $0.29 per-minute per-
participant for Net Conferencing Secure Sockets Layer.
4.1.2 Instant Replay Plus: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will be charged a fixed
$0.24 per-minute per-caller charge for toll free number access and a fixed $0.24 per-minute per-
caller charge for toll number access.
5. Volume Discounts:
5.1 Vnet: Vnet is not available under this option.
5.2 MCI 800 Service: MCI 800 Service is not available under this option.
5.3 SCA Discount: Customers enrolled in this option are not eligible for SCA discounts.
5.4 Dedicated Leased Line Service Discounts: The provisions of SCA Type 1 do not apply.
5.5 Charges Not Eligible for Discounts: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply.
5.6 On-Net Voice Services: On-Net Outbound Voice Service, On-Net Inbound Voice Service and On-Net Card
Service are available under this option at standard Guide rates and discounts.
6. Classifications, Practices and Regulations:
6.1 Underutilization: If during any annual period of the term of service the Customer fails to satisfy the MVR, the
Customer will be billed and required to pay an underutilization charge equal to 50 percent of the difference
between the Customer‟s actual usage during that annual period and the MVR, or a pro rata portion thereof for
any partial annual period.
6.2 Termination with Liability: If the Customer terminates service under this option prior to the expiration of the term
of service, the Customer will be billed and required to: (i) repay a pro rata portion of all credits received under
this option; and, (ii) pay an early termination charge equal to 50 percent of the MVR for each annual period
remaining in the term of service, or a pro rata portion thereof for any partial annual period.
6.3 Non-Recurring Credits: The provisions of SCA Type 1 do not apply.
6.4 Payment Arrangements: The Customer must pay for Company service within 30 days of the date of the
Company‟s invoice.
6.5 Guide Rates: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply.
6.6 Termination Without Liability: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply.
6.7 Successors and Assigns: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply, except the Company may not assign this
option, except to an affiliate or successor, without the prior written consent of the Customer, and the Customer
may assign this option to an affiliate or successor without the prior written consent of the Company.
7. Availability: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply.
Jun.-04
OPTION NO. 4136
1. Term and Renewal Options: The term of service is 12 months.
2. Description of Service: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply. In addition, for purposes of this option, Company service
usage associated with other products of the Company and its affiliates will be used to ascertain whether the MVR under
Section 3 is satisfied. For purposes of Section 3, “Company service usage” shall be expressed in U.S. dollars.
3. Minimum Volume Requirement: The Customer's Company service usage must equal or exceed $60,000 during each
annual period of the term of service (MVR).
3.1 The Customer‟s domestic audioconferencing usage must equal or exceed $60,000 during each annual period
of the term of service (Conferencing Subminimum).
4. Rates and Charges: Unless otherwise specified as “fixed”, the rates and charges in this option may be adjusted
periodically during the term of service.
4.1 audioconferencing: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will be charged the following fixed
rates per minute per bridge port (including set-up fees), for domestic audioconferencing usage, based on
method:
Method Rate
Premier Dial-Out Access $0.320
Premier MCI Toll Free Meet-Me Access 0.290
Premier Toll Meet-Me Access 0.290
Standard Dial-Out Access 0.220
Standard MCI Toll Free Meet-Me Access 0.150
Standard Toll Meet-Me Access 0.150
Unattended Toll Free Meet-Me Access 0.055
Unattended Toll Meet-Me Access 0.055
Instant Meeting Dial-Out 0.055
4.1.1 International audioconferencing: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will be
charged the following fixed rates per minute per bridge port (including set-up fees), for international
audioconferencing usage originating in the U.S. Mainland, Alaska, Hawaii and the U.S. Virgin Islands
and terminating in Canada, and originating in Canada and terminating in the U.S. Mainland, Alaska,
Hawaii and the U.S. Virgin Islands, based on method:
Method Rate
Premier Dial-Out Access $0.41
Premier MCI Toll Free Meet-Me Access 0.38
Standard Dial-Out Access 0.30
Standard MCI Toll Free Meet-Me Access 0.27
Unattended Toll Free Meet-Me Access 0.16
Instant Meeting Toll Free Meet-Me 0.16
4.1.2 Net Conferencing: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will be charged a fixed
$0.18 per-minute per-participant for Net Conferencing usage and a fixed $0.29 per-minute per-
participant for Net Conferencing Secure Sockets Layer.
4.1.2.1 Reserved Net Conferencing Option PW: The Customer will be charged the following fixed
monthly recurring charges for Option PW, based on the number of seats provided under
the option and whether the Customer subscribes to SSL for the service.
Call Type/Charge
Reserved Seats Without SSL With SSL
5 – 10 $158 $194
11 – 50 117 158
51 – 150 108 135
151+ 99 120
The Customer will be charged a fixed $7.50 overage charge (per each 15 minute
increment) for each seat that exceeds the number of seats to which the Customer
subscribes.
4.1.2.2 Reserved Net Conferencing Option WX: The Customer will be charged the following fixed
monthly recurring charges for Option WX for which the Customer does not subscribe to
SSL, based on the number of seats provided under the option:
Reserved Seats Charge
5 – 25 $180
26 – 50 135
51 – 200 113
201 + 95
The Customer will be charged a fixed $7.50 overage charge (per each 15 minute
increment) for each seat that exceeds the number of seats to which the Customer
subscribes.
The Customer will be charged the following fixed monthly recurring charges for Option WX
for which the Customer subscribes to SSL, based on the number of seats provided under
the option:
Reserved Seats Charge
5 – 25 $194
26 – 50 158
51 – 150 135
151 + 135
The Customer will be charged a fixed $7.50 overage charge (per each 15 minute
increment) for each seat that exceeds the number of seats to which the Customer
subscribes.
5. Volume Discounts:
5.1 Vnet: Vnet is not available under this option.
5.2 MCI 800 Service: MCI 800 Service is not available under this option.
5.3 SCA Discount: Customers enrolled in this option are not eligible for SCA discounts.
5.4 Dedicated Leased Line Service Discounts: The provisions of SCA Type 1 do not apply.
5.5 Charges Not Eligible for Discounts: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply.
5.6 On-Net Voice Services: On-Net Outbound Voice Service, On-Net Inbound Voice Service and On-Net Card
Service are available under this option at standard Guide rates and discounts.
6. Classifications, Practices and Regulations:
6.1 Underutilization: If during any annual period of the term of service the Customer fails to satisfy the MVR and/or
the Conferencing Subminimum, the Customer will be billed and required to pay an underutilization charge
equal to the difference between the Customer‟s actual applicable usage during that annual period and the MVR
and/or the Conferencing Subminimum, as applicable, or a pro rata portion thereof for any partial annual period.
6.2 Termination with Liability: If the Customer terminates service under this option prior to the expiration of the term
of service, the Customer will be billed and required to: (i) repay a pro rata portion of all credits received under
this option; and, (ii) pay an early termination charge equal to all of the MVR for each annual period remaining in
the term of service, or a pro rata portion thereof for any partial annual period.
6.3 Non-Recurring Credits: The Company will waive the one-time installation and other non-recurring standard
charges associated with the implementation of domestic Company service under this option.
6.4 Payment Arrangements: The Customer must pay for Company service within 30 days of the date of the
Company‟s invoice.
6.5 Guide Rates: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply.
6.6 Termination Without Liability: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply.
6.7 Successors and Assigns: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply, except the Company may not assign this
option, except to an affiliate or successor, without the prior written consent of the Customer, and the Customer
may assign this option to an affiliate or successor without the prior written consent of the Company.
7. Availability: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply.
Jun.-04
OPTION NO. 4137 (rev. May 10, Amendment 20)
1. Term and Renewal Options: The term of service is 86 months (Initial Term).
Following the expiration of the term of service, the Customer may elect to extend service under this option for up to three
(3) additional 12-month periods (Extension Term) subject to the terms and conditions, including rates and discounts set
forth under this option by providing the Company written notice at least 30 days prior to the expiration of the term of
service or the then current 12-month period of the Extension Term.
The Customer has elected to exercise the Extension Term option for the first 12-month period.
Following the expiration of the term of service or termination of service under this option prior to the expiration of the term
of service (other than termination by the Company for cause), service under this option will continue for an additional 10-
month period subject to the terms and conditions, including rates and discounts set forth under this option (Ramp Down
Period).
Term shall mean the Initial Term and the Extension Term.
2. Description of Service: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply.
3. Minimum Volume Requirement: The Customer‟s Company service usage must equal or exceed $3,000,000 during the
Term (MVR).
3.1 Customer agrees to purchase no less than Two Million Dollars ($2,000,000) in Total Service Charges during the
Extended Term as defined in the agreement. If Customer extends the agreement Customer further agrees to purchase no
less than Six Hundred Sixty Six Thousand and Six Hundred and Sixty Seven Dollars ($666,667) during the one-year
extension period (the “AVC”), which such amount shall be added to the agreement by amendment.
4. Rates and Charges: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply.
In order to be eligible to receive service under this option, the Customer may subscribe to Feature Options 1, 2 and 3
only for On-Net Service.
4.1 Voice Services: The Customer will be charged the following range of fixed per-minute rates $0.015 to $0.4825
for the following Voice Services:
4.1.1 Domestic Voice Services: Domestic Outbound Voice Service, domestic Inbound Voice Service and
domestic Card Service usage, based on origination and termination type. The Customer will be
charged a fixed $0.35 per-call surcharge for domestic On-Net Card calls and a fixed $0.80 per-call
surcharge for international On-Net Card calls.
The Customer will receive Company's Network Manager - Quota Routing inbound toll-free Service
feature at no charge during a Trial Period designated by the Company, which shall be no less than
60 days. Company may terminate the Trial Period at any time after the 60-day minimum period by
providing the Customer with at least 30 days' notice. The Company will make reasonable efforts to
provide Customer with a pricing schedule and upon expiration of the 30-day notice period, the
Customer will pay the rates set out in the pricing schedule (or Verizon's standard Guide rates, if there
is no pricing schedule) if it elects to continue the Network Manager - Quota Routing feature.
4.1.2 International Voice Services: International Outbound and Inbound Voice Service originating and
terminating in the following locations: Canada, India, and the United Kingdom.
International Card Surcharge per Call. For International Card calls originating in the U.S., Customer
will pay a fixed surcharge per call of $0.80.
4.1.3 Switched Data: Domestic Outbound Switched Data and Toll Free Digital Service usage in multiples
of 64 kbps within the U.S. Mainland or Hawaii.
4.2 Audioconferencing: The Customer will be charged the following range of fixed per-minute rates $0.0200 to
$0.6000 for the following Conferencing Services:
4.2.1 Audioconferencing: Fixed per-minute rates per participant for domestic Audioconferencing calls
originating and terminating in the U.S. Mainland, Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin
Islands, based on method.
4.2.1.1 International Audioconferencing: Fixed per-minute rates per participant for international
Audioconferencing calls originating in the U.S. Mainland, Alaska, Hawaii, and the U.S.
Virgin Islands and terminating in Canada, and originating in Canada and terminating in the
U.S. Mainland, Alaska, Hawaii, and the U.S. Virgin Islands, based on method.
4.2.1.2 Instant Meeting Subscription: The Customer will be charged the following range of
subscription fees $69.95 to $109.95 based on the number of ports reserved up to 100
ports.
The Company will waive the Instant Meeting Subscription fee for up to 50 ports.
4.2.2 Global Access Transport Charges: Fixed per-minute per bridge-port usage charges based on
availability of service, zone (A-G) and Local Toll or Local Freephone originating access type.
4.3 Videoconferencing: The Customer will be charged the following range of fixed per-minute rates $0.24 to $4 per
site for the following Videoconferencing Services:
4.3.1 Domestic Videoconferencing: Port usage charges and Dial-Out Transport charges per increment of
2 channel 112/128 kbps, for domestic videoconferencing calls originating and terminating in the U.S.
Mainland, Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands, based on monthly usage (as
measure in minutes of use).
4.3.2 International Videoconferencing: Dial-Out Transport charges per-minute per increment of 2 channel
112/128 kbps for international Videoconferencing calls originating in the U.S. (excluding Puerto Rico
and Guam) and terminating in selected international locations, based on the Service Regions listed
in the Guide and monthly usage (as measured in minutes of usage).
4.4 Access: The Customer will be charged the following range of fixed monthly recurring per-circuit local loop
charges $150 to $4,805 for the following Access Services based on Circuit Type: DS-3 and OC-3 Circuits at 8
NPA/NXX locations.
The Customer will receive the discounts associated with the 5-year Access Term Plan on the Customer‟s
monthly recurring local loop charges for Analog Access, Digital Data Service Access, DS-0 Access.
If at least 30 percent of the Customer‟s locations are Lit Building locations, the Company will waive the
Customer‟s monthly recurring local loop charges for DS-1 Access and DS-3 Access circuits located in a
Company Lit Building.
In lieu of any other rates or discounts, Customer shall pay a fixed monthly, recurring local loop charge of
$195.00 for DS-1 access. This charge will remain fixed for the term.
For Dedicated Access Customer will pay will pay a monthly recurring charge of $90 for DS0 local loop
Dedicated Access Service. Customer shall pay the following local loop charges, which shall be fixed for the
Term, for DS-1 and DS-3 circuits:
Circuit Type Monthly Recurring Local Loop Charge Per Circuit
DS-0 $90
DS-1 $175
OC-3 ICB
Type 1 DS-1 & DS-3 $0 (will be billed according to circuit ID)
Type 1 OC-3 $1,000 (will be billed according circuit ID).
Customer shall pay a fixed monthly recurring charges ranging from $121.22 to 268.70 for DS-1 network access
at two (2) mutually agreed upon locations by Customer and Company.
4.5 Private Line Service:
4.5.1 US Private Line Service. The Customer will be charged the following range of fixed monthly
recurring per-circuit per circuit mile charges for domestic Private Line Service, based on DS-0, DS-1,
DS-3 and OC-3 Services and circuit mileage from 0-1,501+,: $03.50 to $0.28 and a monthly
minimum charge per circuit of $90 to $900.
The Customer will be charged the following fixed monthly recurring per-circuit per circuit mile charges
for domestic Private Line Service, based on DS-3 speed, provided that the US Private Line Service
both originates and terminates at Type 1 locations: $2.25
For DS0 Private Lines, for mileage 0-1,501+, Customer shall pay fixed charge of $90 and a rate ranging from
$0.52 to $0.28 per DS0 mile.
For DS1 Private Lines, Customer shall pay fixed charge of $180 and a rate of $0.50 per DS1 mile, 0+.
For DS3 and OC3 Private Lines, Customer shall pay fixed charge of $900 and a rate ranging from $2.75 to
$3.50 per DS3 and OC3 mile. Type 1 access charges will range from $2.00 to 2.50 per mile.
For GigE MPL, Customer shall pay fixed charge of $5,600 for 0+ milage.
4.5.2 Metro Private Line Service: For Type 1 Metro Private Line access, Customer will receive Company‟s
3-year rates. For all other Types of Metro Private Line access, Customer will receive Company‟s 1-
year rates.
4.5.3 Ethernet Private Line Service: The Customer will be charged the following fixed monthly recurring
charges ranging $1,245 to $5,600 for the following Ethernet Private Line Services: GigE Ethernet
Private Line Services and EPL-Metro at Type 1 (Lit Building) Customer locations.
4.6 Features: The Customer will be charged a fixed $0.0285 per-minute charge for Enhanced Call Routing (ECR)
Platform usage. The Customer will be charged the following range of fixed per-call rates $0.09 to $0.35 for
ECR Function usage.
A $0.01 per-call minimum feature charge will apply.
5. Discounts: Unless otherwise specified, discounts apply to non-MBS1 rates as set forth in the Guide or this option.
5.1 Voice Services: The Customer will receive the following range of discounts 18% to 47% for the following Voice
Services:
5.1.1 International Voice Services: Standard rates for International Outbound Voice Service and
international Inbound Voice Service usage, based on origination and termination type, excluding
usage terminating in the locations set forth in Section 4.1.2 above.
5.1.2 Conferencing Services: Standard rates for international Audioconferencing usage.
5.2 Data Services: The Customer will receive the following range of discounts 10% to 70% for the following Data Services:
5.2.1 Frame Relay Service: Standard VBSII monthly recurring port and PVC charges for domestic Frame
Relay Service.
5.2.2 Converged Ethernet Access. Monthly Recurring Charges for Type 1 (Lit Building) Converged
Ethernet Access.
5.2.3 Network Access. Standard VBSII Monthly Recurring Charges for DS0 and DS3 Network Access
Service.
6. Classifications, Practices and Regulations:
6.1 Underutilization: If during the term of service the Customer fails to satisfy the MVR, the Customer will be billed
and required to pay an underutilization charge equal to 50 percent of the difference between the Customer‟s
actual usage during the term of service and the MVR.
If during any 12-month period of the Extension Term the Customer fails to satisfy the Extension Term MVR, the
Customer will be billed and required to pay an underutilization charge equal to 50 percent of the difference
between the Customer‟s actual usage during that 12-month period and the Extension Term MVR, or a pro rata
portion thereof for any partial 12-month period of the Extension Term.
6.2 Termination with Liability: If the Customer terminates service under this option prior to the expiration of the term
of service, the Customer will be billed and required to: (i) repay a pro rata portion of all credits received under
this option, if termination occurs within the first annual period of the term of service; and, (ii) pay an early
termination charge equal to 25 percent of the MVR remaining in the term of service.
The Customer will not be required to repay a pro rata portion of all credits received under this option, if
termination occurs following completion of the first annual period of the term of service.
6.3 Non-Recurring Credits: The Company will waive the one-time installation and other non-recurring standard
charges associated with the implementation of domestic Company service under this option.
The Customer will receive a $75,000 credit applied against the Customer‟s domestic, interstate charges in
Month 6 of the term of service.
The Customer will receive a $75,000 credit applied against the Customer‟s domestic, interstate charges in
Month 12 of the term of service.
The Customer will receive a $50,000 credit applied against the Customer‟s Company service charges in Month
6 of the term of service.
The Customer will receive a $50,000 credit applied against the Customer‟s Company service charges in Month
18 of the term of service.
If during any annual period of the term of service, the Customer‟s Company service usage equals or exceeds
one of the following amounts, the Customer will receive the corresponding credit to be applied against the
Customer‟s Company service charges in the following annual period of the term of service (Credit #2).
Annual Company Service Usage Credit
$816,000.00 - $1,631,999.99 $24,480*
$1,632,000.00 - $2,039,999.99 48,960
$2,040,000.00 - $2,855,999.99 61,200
$2,856,000.00 - $3,671,999.99 85,680
$3,672,000.00 - $4,079,999.99 110,160
$4,080,000.00 - $4,895,999.99 122,400
$4,896,000.00 + 144,880
*The $816,000.00 - $1,631,999.99 Annual Company Service Usage Tier credit is only available
during the first annual period of the term of service.
If during any consecutive 6-month period prior to the end of the second annual period of the term of service,
the Customer‟s Company service usage equals or exceeds $250,000 per month, the Customer will receive a
$100,000 credit applied against the Customer‟s Company service charges (Credit #3). In addition, if the
Customer‟s Company service usage equals or exceeds $250,000 per month during the subsequent 12 months,
the Customer will receive an additional $100,000 credit applied against the Customer‟s Company service
charges (Credit #4).
Provided the Customer executes the Tenth Amendment by June 1, 2007, the Customer will receive a Billing
Adjustment Credit of $80,000 in order to give Customer the benefit of the Tenth Amendment rates as of June
1, 2007.
The Customer shall receive a one-time credit of $30,000, during the second monthly billing period following the
Tenth Amendment Effective Date.
Subject to the applicable Qualifying Conditions, the Customer will be eligible for two Long Distance Usage
Credits of $10,000 each, to be credited via a subsequent Amendment, during the second monthly billing period
following Customer‟s fulfillment of each such Qualifying condition.
The Customer will receive a one-time credit of $15,000, plus applicable taxes and surcharges, as provided by
the Eleventh Amendment, in consideration for having ordered new Company call center services. The
issuance of this credit completes Company's obligation to provide a one-time new service credit under the
Eleventh Amendment.
Billing Adjustment Credit. Company shall provide Customer with a one-time billing adjustment credit equal to
$5,656 to provide Customer the benefit of the rates contained in the eleventh amendment as full compensation
for any difference between the invoiced rates and the contract rates during this period of time.
6.4 Payment Arrangements: The Customer must pay for Company service within 30 days of receipt of the
Company‟s invoice.
6.5 Recurring Credits: The Customer will receive a monthly recurring credit against domestic, interstate charges in
an amount equal to 35 percent of the standard tariffed rates in effect for the Customer's intrastate On-Net
Outbound Service and Inbound Service usage.
6.6 Promotions: The Customer is eligible for the following promotions as set forth in the Guide: Audioconferencing
$25 Customer Promotion, Reach the Network Tiered Access Promotion and MCI Loyalty Plus Promotion III,
Company Business Promotion for New Long Distance Customers; LD Voice- InterLATA Pic Fee Credit
Promotion; LD Voice- IntraLATA Pic Fee Credit Promotion.
6.7 Qualifying Conditions:
6.7.1 In order to receive the first Long Distance Usage Credit of $10,000, Customer must use at least
1,750,000 minutes of Company Business Long Distance Voice Services in two (2) consecutive
monthly billing periods. In order to receive the second Long Distance Usage Credit of $10,000,
Customer must use at least 3,500,000 minutes of Company Business Long Distance Voice Services
in two (2) consecutive monthly billing periods.
7. Waivers: Company will waive the one-time installation charges associated with the implementation of
Services within the 48 contiguous States of the U.S. provided under this Agreement; except for the following
services: (i) eDSL, (ii) VPN, (iii) PTT / third party services (including International Access and Company International),
(v) Data Center, (vi) Paging, (vii) Managed Services, (viii) CPE, (ix) Enhanced Call Routing, (x) Local Disaster
Recovery, (xi) Audio, Video, and Net Conferencing, (xii) Voice over IP Services, (xiii) Security Services, (xiv) Non-
Listing/Non-Published Service, and (xv) Telecommunications Service Priority.
8. Availability: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply.
OPTION NO. 4138 (rev. Feb. 11, Amendment 14)
Initial Term: 36 months
Commencing on the 4TH Amendment Effective Date, the Term will start anew and continue for a period of 36 months.
Commencing on the 11th Amendment Effective Date, the Term will start anew and continue for a period of 12 months.
Commencing on November 1, 2010, the Term will be extended for sixty (60) days.
At the completion of the Initial Term, the Agreement is automatically extended (“Extended Term”) on a month-to-month basis until
either party terminates it upon 30 days prior written notice. The terms of the Agreement will continue to apply during any service-
specific commitments that extend beyond the Term.
Annual Volume Commitment (“AVC”): $3,000,000.00 in Total Service Charges (“AVC”) during each contract year of the Term.
Conferencing Subminimum: As part of the AVC, during each Contract Year, Customer‟s Total Service Charges for
Conferencing Service must equal or exceed $120,000 “Conferencing Subminimum”).
“Total Service Charges” means all charges, after application of all discounts and credits, incurred by Customer for Services provided under
the Agreement, specifically excluding: (a) Taxes; (b) charges for equipment (unless otherwise expressly stated herein); (c) charges for
Company ILEC services (d) Company Wireless charges, (e) charges incurred for goods or services where Company acts as agent for
Customer in its acquisition of goods or services; (f) non-recurring charges; (g) Governmental Charges; (h) international pass-through access
charges (i.e., Type 3/PTT) and charges for international access provided by Company (i.e., Type 1); and (i) other charges expressly excluded
by the Agreement.
Rates and Charges:
Voice Services: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will pay fixed per-minute rates ranging from
$0.0000 to $0.2000 for the following voice services:
Domestic Voice Services: Domestic Outbound Voice Service, domestic Inbound Voice Service and domestic
Card Service usage, based on origination and termination type.
International Voice Service: International Outbound Voice Service, international Inbound Voice Service and
international Card usage originating or terminating in the following locations: Canada, Mexico.
Switched Data: Domestic Outbound Switched Data and Toll Free Digital Service usage in multiples of 64 kbps
within the U.S. Mainland or Hawaii.
Global Business Line: U.S. and Canada originating International Inbound Service terminating in the following
location: Canada.
Domestic Enhanced Call Routing: Domestic Platform Charges (beginning when the ECR system answers the
call and ending when the call is released to Customer‟s service location) and Domestic transport charges.
In lieu of any other rates and discounts, Customer will pay fixed per-call rates ranging from $0.10 to $0.50 for the
following Voice Services:
Domestic Card Calls:
International Card calls: International Card calls originating in the U.S.
Toll Free Service: In lieu of all other rates, discounts, or promotions, Customer will pay fixed monthly recurring charges
ranging from $25.00 to $50.00 for Toll Free Service, based on Termination.
Termination
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Conferencing Services:
Audioconferencing: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, Customer will pay fixed per-minute per bridge
rates ranging from $0.0155 to $0.3600 for the following Conferencing Services:
Domestic Audioconferencing: Fixed per-minute rates per participant for domestic
Audioconferencing calls originating and terminating in the U.S. Mainland, Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto
Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands, based on method.
Canadian Audioconferencing: For Audio Conferencing Dial Out and Toll Free Meet-Me Access (1)
originating in the U.S. Mainland, Alaska, Hawaii, and the U.S. Virgin Islands and terminating in
Canada, and (2) originating in Canada and terminating in the U.S. Mainland, Alaska, Hawaii, and the
U.S. Virgin Islands.
Global Access Transport Charges (U.S. Bridged): Per-minute per-bridge port usage charges, based
on availability of service, zone and origination access type. Bridging charges are additional and are
priced at Customer's applicable Toll Meet Meet-Me Access rate per minute.
Freephone (IFN) Transport Zone A – G.
Videoconferencing: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, Customer will pay fixed per-minute rates ranging
from $0.1100 to $4.000 for the following Videoconferencing Services:
Domestic ISDN Videoconferencing: Port usage charges per minute per video bridge port (“Bridging
Charges”) and dial-out transport usage charges per minute for transport (per 2 channels 112/128
kbps), with rounding to the next higher full minute. Bridging Charges include charges based on
charge type, including Premier/Standard/Unattended ISDN Bridging and Instant Video ISDN Bridging
and there is an additional per call minute charge for Premier Video Conferencing. Transport
charges apply to the following countries: US, Australia, Hong Kong, Japan, Singapore, UK, Thailand,
Indonesia and Video Regions 1-4.
Data Services:
Access:
In lieu of any other rates and discounts, Customer will pay fixed monthly recurring per-circuit local loop charges
ranging from $90 to $200 for the following circuit types: DS-0, DS-1.
In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will pay a monthly recurring per-circuit local loop charge
for of $550 for DS-3 Service at 2 NPA/NXX locations in a Company Lit Building.
Private Line Service:
Domestic Private Line Service: In lieu of any other rates or discounts, Customer will pay fixed monthly
recurring per-circuit charges ranging from $100 to $250 and per-circuit mile charges ranging from $0.40 to
$0.85 for domestic Private Line DS0 and DS1 Service. Customer certifies that any private line circuit will carry
more than 10% interstate traffic.
Metro Private Line Service: The Customer will be charged the following range of monthly recurring per-circuit
charges for Point-to Point, End Link and Hub IntraLATA connections based on DS-0 Service, DS-1 Service,
DS-3 Service, OC-3 Service, OC-12 Service and OC-48 Service: $50 to $29,489.
In lieu of all other rates or discounts, the Customer will pay fixed monthly recurring charges ranging from $50 to
$29,489 for Point-to-Point, End Link and Hub IntraLATA connections for DS0, DS1, DS3, OC3, OC12 and
OC48 Metro Private Line Service.
In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will pay non-recurring installation charges ranging from
$101 to $1,000 for Metro Private Line Service.
In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will pay monthly recurring per-circuit charges ranging
from $11 to $39 for SONET Interface connections associated with DS-1, DS-3, OC-3, OC-12 and OC-48
Service.
In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will pay non-recurring installation charges ranging from
$50 to $100 for SONET Interface connections.
Frame Relay Service: In lieu of any other rates or discounts, Customer will pay fixed monthly recurring port
and PVC charges based on port speed for domestic Frame Relay Service ranging from $3.75 to $9,151.50.
Discounts:
Voice Services: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will receive discounts ranging from 25% to 40% for
the following Voice Services:
International Voice Services: Standard Guide MBS1 rates for International Outbound Voice Service and
international Inbound Voice Service based on origination and termination type, excluding usage originating or
terminating in the locations set forth in Rates and Charges.
Tariffed Usage: Tariffed usages charges and MRCs for Local and Long Distance Service Bundles, excluding
EUCL charges, Operator Service Charges and Directory Assistance.
Data Services: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will receive a 65% discount for the following Data
Services:
International Frame Relay Service: Monthly recurring port and PVC charges for international Frame Relay
Service.
Classifications, Practices and Regulations:
Underutilization: If, during the Term, Customer‟s Total Service Charges do not meet or exceed the TVC, than Customer
shall pay: (a) all accrued but unpaid charges incurred under this Agreement; and (b) an "Underutilization Charge" in an
amount equal to 50% of the difference between the AVC and Customer‟s Total Service Charges during such contract
year.
Conferencing Subminimum Underutilization Charges: If, in any contract year during the Term, Customer‟s Total
Service Charges for Conferencing do not meet or exceed the Conferencing Subminimum, then Customer shall
pay; (i) all accrued but unpaid charges incurred under the agreement; and (ii) an Underutilization Charge equal
50% of the difference between the Conferencing Subminimum and Customer‟s Total Service Charges for
Conferencing Service during the contract year.
Termination with Liability: If: (a) Customer terminates this Agreement before the end of the Term for reasons other than
Cause; or (b) Company terminates this Agreement pursuant to the Sections entitled “Termination for Cause” or
“Termination by Company”, then Customer will pay, within thirty (30) days after such termination: (i) all accrued but
unpaid charges incurred through the date of such termination, plus (ii) an amount equal to fifty percent (50%) of the
unsatisfied TVC remaining during the year of termination, and for each subsequent Contract Year remaining in the Term,
plus (iii) a pro rata portion of any and all credits received by Customer. In the event that Customer terminates the
Agreement and incurs early termination charges pursuant to this provision, Customer shall not be charged
Underutilization Charges for the current contract year or future contract years.
Termination by Company: Company may discontinue service and/or terminate this Agreement immediately upon notice
to Customer if Customer provides false information to Company regarding Customer‟s identity, creditworthiness, or its
planned use of the Services and Customer has not corrected the information within thirty (30) days after Company
requests a correction. Company may discontinue service immediately, without notice, if interruption of service is
necessary to prevent or protect against fraud or otherwise protect Company‟s personnel, facilities or services.
Credits:
One Time Credits:
The Customer will receive a $900,000 credit applied against the Customer‟s Company Service Charges.
The Customer will receive a $1,320,000 credit applied against the Customer‟s Company Service Charge.
The Customer will receive a $312,000 credit applied against the Customer‟s Company Service Charges.
The Customer will receive a $300,000 credit in month 29 and a $200,000 credit applied against the
Customer‟s Company Service Charges.
The Customer will receive a one-time credit of $11,800 to correct Company Type 1 pricing, to be applied
against the Customer‟s designated Service Charges incurred for Interstate and International Services and
any other Services mutually agreed upon by the Customer and the Company. Taxes owed by the Customer
are excluded from the above credit amount and are still to be calculated. The Company shall calculate such
tax and credit it to the Customer‟s account.
PIC Fee Credit: The Customer will receive a credit in an amount equal to $5 per-line for each PIC change
charge incurred by the Customer in converting to Company Service.
The Customer will receive a $1,500 credit applied against the Customer‟s Company Service Charges.
Signing Bonus: Customer will receive a $10,000 credit applied against Customer‟s interstate and
international Total Service Charges.
Monitoring Condition: Customer must order and maintain 3 new 100 Mbps Private IP Ports and the
circuits must remain installed for 1 year. If this condition is not met, Company reserves the right to
charge back full credit.
Recurring Credits:
Local Service – CLEC Credit Based on Local Usage: Customer will receive a credit equal to 30% multiplied
times Customer‟s Tariffed usage charges and MRCs for Local Service and Local and Long Distance Service
Bundles under this Service Attachment excluding EUCL charges, Operator Service Charges and Directory
Assistance. The resulting dollar amount of the credit will be applied to Customer's Total Service Charges (plus
equipment charges), excluding charges for intrastate telecommunications service. This credit will be reflected
on Customer‟s invoice, adjustment memo or other billing document within two billing cycles after the billing
cycle on which it is based. Notwithstanding the foregoing, in no event may the amount of such credit exceed
Customer's Total Service Charges (plus equipment charges) – excluding charges for intrastate
telecommunications service – for the monthly billing period in which that credit is to be applied.
Other Requirements: In order to be eligible to receive Company service under this option, the Customer must satisfy the following
requirements at the time of option enrollment:
The Customer must migrate at least 250 Frame Relay Service sites from another telecommunications service provider to
the Company; and,
At least 97% of the Customer‟s inbound Company service usage (as measured in minutes of use) must be domestic,
interstate and international usage.
Credit Qualifying Conditions:
If Customer fails to order CPE and CPE maintenance within the Term of the Agreement, Company reserves the right to
reduce the one time credits issued in months 1 and 13, following the Fourth Amendment Effective Date, from Three
Hundred Thousand Dollars ($300,000.00) to Two Hundred Fifty Thousand Dollars ($250,000.00). In the event the credit
has been issued, then Customer agrees to repay to Company the difference of the credit amounts referred to herein, Fifty
Thousand Dollars ($50,000.00).
If Customer terminates the Company CPE maintenance agreement prior to twelve (12) months of billing, then Company
reserves the right to reduce the credit to be issued in month 13 by up to an amount equal to One Hundred Thousand Dollars
($100,000.00) based upon a prorated amount depending on the number of months that Customer does not utilize CPE
maintenance. In the event the credit has been issued, then Customer agrees to repay to Company the difference of the
credit amounts referred to herein on a pro-rata bass.
If Customer exercises its rights under the Significant Business Changes provision set forth below in the first Contract Year
following the Fourth Amendment Effective Date, then Customer agrees to amend the Agreement to delete the Credit that is
scheduled to be applied in the thirteen (13th) month following the Fourth Amendment Effective Date.
Waivers:
The Company will waive the non-recurring $1,000 start-up charge for Enhanced Call Routing.
The Company will waive the one-time installation and other non-recurring standard charges associated with the
implementation of domestic Company service under this option.
The Company will waive the non-recurring $5,000 set-up charge for establishment of a Corporate ID.
Installation Waiver: The Company will waive the one-time installation charges associated with the implementation of
Services within the 48 contiguous States of the U.S. provided under this Agreement. Usage charges, monthly recurring
charges, expedite charges, change charges, surcharges, charges for an unlisted or non-published number, any charges
imposed by third parties (including access, egress, jack, or wiring charges), taxes or tax-like surcharges, or other
Governmental Charges will not be waived.
Promotion: The Customer is eligible for the following promotion as set forth in the Guide:
COMPANY BUSINESS SERVICES BILLING GUARANTEE PROMOTION
Affiliates:
Customer's Affiliates shall be authorized to use the Services pursuant to this Agreement (an “Authorized User”). For
purposes of this Agreement, “Affiliate” shall mean any existing or future entity of any type of which Customer directly or
beneficially owns more than fifty percent (50%) of such entity‟s outstanding ownership interest and the entities set forth in
Exhibit A attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference for all purposes. The Authorized Users will receive the
rates and discounts under this Agreement during the Term. Customer will remain fully responsible for the payment of
any and all charges attributable to the Authorized Users during the Term. The Authorized Users‟ Total Service Charges
will contribute to Customer‟s AVC.
OPTION NO. 4139 (rev. Sept 11, Amendment 27)
Initial Term: 66 months
Commencing on the 21st Amendment Effective Date, the Term will start anew and continue for a period of 12 months.
Extended Term: Upon expiration of the Term, the Agreement will be automatically extended on a month-to-month basis unless
either party terminates the Agreement upon at least sixty (60) days written notice prior to the end of the Initial Term (“Extended
Term”). During the Extended Term, either party may terminate the Agreement upon at least sixty (60) days prior written notice.
Commencing on the 27th Amendment Effective Date, the Term will start anew and continue for a period of 24 months.
Extended Term: Upon expiration of the Term, the Agreement will be automatically extended on a month-to-month basis unless
either party terminates the Agreement upon at least sixty (60) days written notice prior to the end of the Initial Term (“Extended
Term”).
Ramp Period: The Ramp Period shall begin on the Effective Date and continue for a period of six (6) months following the Effective
Date. Commencing with the Effective Date and at all times during the Ramp Period thereafter, Customer will receive the rates,
discounts, charges and credits set forth herein and will not be subject to the AVC.
Minimum Annual Volume Commitment (“AVC”): Customer agrees to pay Company no less than $900,000 in Total Service
Charges in the first contract year and no less than $1,000,000 in Total Service Charges during each Contract Year thereafter.
Commencing on the 9th Amendment Effective Date and for the remainder of the Term, Customer‟s new AVC for the First through
the Fourth Annual Periods will be as follows in Total Service Charges, or a pro rata portion thereof for any partial contract year:
First Contract Year: $ 900,000
Second Contract Year: $1,400,000
Third Contract Year: $1,600,000
Fourth Contract Year: $1,800,000
Fifth Contract Year: $1,800,000
Sixth Contract Year: $1,800,000
Seventh Contract Year: $2,900,000
Eighth Contract Year: $2,900,000
“Total Service Charges” shall mean all charges, after application of all discounts and credits incurred by Customer for Services
provided under the Agreement, specifically excluding: (a) taxes, tax-like charges and tax-related surcharges; (b) charges for
equipment and data center services (unless otherwise expressly stated herein); (c) charges incurred for goods or services where
Company or Company affiliate acts as agent for Customer in its acquisition of goods and services; (d) non-recurring charges; (e)
Governmental Charges; (f) international pass-through access charges (i.e., Type 3/PTT) and charges for international access
provided by Company (i.e., Type `); and (g) other charges express excluded by the Agreement.
Rates and Charges:
Voice Services: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, Customer will pay fixed per-minute rates ranging from $0.0170
to $0.4740 for the following Voice Services:
Domestic Voice Services: Domestic Outbound Voice Service, domestic Inbound Voice Service and domestic
Card Service usage, based on origination and termination type.
International Voice Service: International Outbound Voice Service, international Inbound Voice Service,
international Card usage originating or terminating in the following locations: Austria, Brazil, Canada, China,
Ecuador, France, Germany, India, Italy, Japan, Mexico, Russia, Spain, Switzerland, Turkey, United Kingdom.
Switched Data: Domestic Outbound Switched Data and Toll Free Digital Service usage in multiples of 64 kbps
within the U.S. Mainland or Hawaii.
In lieu of any other rates and discounts, Customer will pay fixed per-call rates ranging from $0.25 to $1.25 for the
following Voice Services:
Domestic Card Per-Call Surcharge
International Card calls: International Card calls originating in the U.S.
WorldPhone Card usage
Global Card or Calling Card: Global Card calls originating in locations other than the United States or Canada
(exclusive of the Payphone Usage Surcharge assessed for international payphones, which is additional):
Brazil, Canada, China, Mexico, Russia, and United Kingdom.
Conferencing Services:
Audioconferencing: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, Customer will pay fixed per-minute rates ranging
from $0.0200 to $0.3000 for the following Conferencing Services:
Audioconferencing: Fixed per-minute rates per participant for domestic Audioconferencing calls
originating and terminating in the U.S. Mainland, Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin
Islands, based on method.
Canadian Audio Conferencing: For Audio Conferencing Dial Out and Toll Free Meet-Me Access (1)
originating in the U.S. Mainland, Alaska, Hawaii, and the U.S. Virgin Islands and terminating in
Canada, and (2) originating in Canada and terminating in the U.S. Mainland, Alaska, Hawaii, and the
U.S. Virgin Islands.
Global Access Transport Charges (U.S. Bridged): Per-minute per-bridge port usage charges, based
on availability of service, zone and origination access type. Bridging charges are additional and are
priced at Customer's applicable Toll Meet Meet-Me Access rate per minute.
Video Conferencing: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, Customer will pay fixed per-minute rates ranging
from $0.17 to $4.00 for the following Videoconferencing Services:
Domestic ISDN Videoconferencing: Port usage charges per minute per video bridge port (“Bridging
Charges”) and dial-out transport usage charges per minute for transport (per 2 channels 112/128
kbps), with rounding to the next higher full minute. Bridging Charges include charges based on
charge type, including Premier/Standard/Unattended ISDN Bridging and Instant Video ISDN Bridging
and there is an additional per call minute charge for Premier Video Conferencing. Transport
charges apply to the following countries: US, Australia, Hong Kong, Japan, Singapore, UK, Thailand,
Indonesia and Video Regions 1-4.
Data Services:
Access:
In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will pay fixed monthly recurring per-circuit local loop
charges ranging from $100 to $175 for the following Access Services based on Circuit Type: DDS, DS-0 and
DS-1.
In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will pay fixed monthly recurring per-circuit local loop
charges ranging from $0.00 to $5,888 for DS-3 Access circuits at 14 NPA/NXX locations mutually agreed upon
by the Customer and the Company. The Customer must maintain DS-3 Access Service in a Company lit
building at 4 NPA/NXX locations mutually agreed upon by the Customer and the Company. If Customer orders
DS-3 Access Service at a location where Type 1 access is not available, the Company reserves the right to
charge the Customer standard rates for DS-3 Access Service.
Discounts:
Voice Services: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, Customer will receive discounts ranging from 10% to 70% for
the following Voice Services:
International Voice Services: International Outbound Voice Service, international Inbound Voice Service and
international Card service usage Guide Type 21, based on origination and termination type, excluding usage
originating or terminating in the locations set forth in Guide.
Global Business Line Service: Standard Guide rates for Global Business Line Service Access.
Global Card Access: Standard Guide rates for Global Card Access.
Switched Data Services: Standard Guide rates for international Switched Data Service.
Tariffed Usage: Tariffed usages charges and MRCs for Local and Long Distance Service Bundles, excluding
EUCL charges, Operator Service Charges and Directory Assistance.
Conferencing Services: The Customer will receive a discount equal to 20% for the following Conferencing Services:
US Dial Out International Audio Conferencing. The current standard rates in the Guide (which includes both
transport and bridging) for domestically bridged International Dial-Out Audio Conferencing, International Audio
Conferencing (dial out from a US bridge).
Data Services: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, Customer will receive discounts ranging from 40% to 94% for the
following Data Services:
Private Line Service: Standard Guide Inter-Office Channel Charges and Per-Mile charges for Voice Grade
Private Line, DS-0, Fractional DS-1, DS-1 and DS-3 and DS3 Local Access Service.
Global Data Link: Standard Guide charges for Global Data Link service.
Frame Relay Service: Standard Guide Monthly recurring port and PVC charges for domestic and international
Frame Relay Service.
Classifications, Practices and Regulations:
Underutilization Charges: If, in any contract year during the Term, the Customer‟s Total Service Charges do not meet or
exceed the AVC, the Customer shall pay (a) all accrued but unpaid charges incurred under the agreement and (b) an
underutilization charge in an amount equal to 50% of the difference between the AVC and the Customer‟s total service
charges during such annual period.
Early Termination Charges: If (a) the Customer terminates the Agreement before the end of the Term for reasons other
than for Cause or (b) the Company terminates the Agreement for Cause, then the Customer will pay, within 30 days after
such termination: (i) all accrued but unpaid charges incurred through the date of such termination, plus (ii) an amount
equal to 50% of the unsatisfied AVC remaining during the year of termination, and for each subsequent annual period
remaining in the Term, plus (iii) a pro rata portion of any and all credits received by the Customer.
Credits:
Billing Adjustment Credit: To provide Customer the benefit of the rates and discounts in the Amendment as of the
Effective Date and until such rates and discounts are implemented, the Company shall provide Customer with a one-time
billing adjustment credit equal to $21,000, plus applicable taxes and surcharges. This credit shall compensate Customer
for the difference between the Tariff/Guide/list rates invoiced during the 1st full billing cycle following Customer's
signature date above and the rates and discounts in this Agreement.
One-Time Credits:
Customer will receive two credits each equal to $70,000 to be applied against Customer‟s designated usage
charges incurred for Interstate and International Services and any other services mutually agreeable by
Company and Customer.
The Customer will receive a $350,000 credit applied against the Customer‟s domestic, interstate charges
The Customer will receive a $100,000 credit applied against the Customer‟s domestic, interstate charges.
The Customer will receive a one-time credit of $200,000.00 which will be applied against Customer‟s Total
Service Charges.
Customer will receive a $15,000 credit applied against Customer‟s designated Service Charges incurred for
Interstate and International Services.
Customer will receive a credit equal to $1,200 to be applied against Customer‟s designated usage charges
incurred for Interstate and International Services and any other services mutually agreeable by Company and
Customer.
Customer will receive a credit equal to $9,000 to be applied against Customer‟s designated usage charges
incurred for Interstate and International Services.
Migration Credit: Customer will receive a credit equal to $22,087 to be applied against Customer‟s designated
usage charges incurred for Interstate and International Services.
Signing Bonus: Customer will receive a credit equal to $50,000 to be applied against Interstate and
International Total Service Charges.
Signing Bonus: Customer will receive a credit equal to $100,000 to be applied against Interstate and
International Total Service Charges.
Sign-Up Credit: Provided that Customer executes and delivers the Agreement to the Company no later than an
agreed upon date, Customer shall receive a credit equal to $300,000, which will be applied against Customer's
Interstate and International Total Service Charges.
Achievement Credits: In the event, Customer's Total Service Charges during the Initial Term equal one of the levels
below, Customer shall receive the corresponding Achievement Credits. The Achievement Credit will be applied against
Customer's designated Total Service Charges incurred for Interstate and International services and any other services
mutually agreeable by the Company and Customer.
Annual Total Service Charges Achievement Credit
$2,000,000+ $250,000
$3,300,000+ $200,000
Award of Achievement Credits: Customer will receive an Achievement Credit equal to $250,000, plus
applicable taxes and surcharges and will be applied against Customer's designated Total Service Charges
incurred for Interstate and International services and any other services mutually agreeable by the Company
and Customer.
Fund Deposit:
Customer will receive a credit of $11,500, to be applied to Customer‟s Fund account.
Recurring Credits:
Interstate Service Credit: The Customer will receive a monthly recurring credit against domestic, interstate
charges in an amount equal to the difference between the standard tariffed rates in effect for the Customer‟s
intrastate Outbound Service usage within the states of Colorado and Texas and fixed per-minute rates ranging
from $0.0000 to $0.0970, multiplied by the Customer‟s minutes of intrastate Outbound Service usage within the
states of Colorado and Texas during that monthly period of the term of service, based on origination and
termination type.
The Customer will receive a monthly recurring credit against domestic, interstate charges in an amount equal
to 30 percent of the standard tariffed rates in effect for the Customer's intrastate Outbound Voice Service and
Inbound Voice Service usage, excluding usage within Colorado and Texas.
Local Service – CLEC Credit Based on Local Usage: Customer will receive a credit equal to 35% multiplied
times Customer‟s Tariffed usage charges and MRCs for Local Service and Local and Long Distance Service
Bundles under this Service Attachment excluding EUCL charges, Operator Service Charges and Directory
Assistance. The resulting dollar amount of the credit will be applied to Customer's Total Service Charges (plus
equipment charges), excluding charges for intrastate telecommunications service. This credit will be reflected
on Customer‟s invoice, adjustment memo or other billing document within two billing cycles after the billing
cycle on which it is based. Notwithstanding the foregoing, in no event may the amount of such credit exceed
Customer's Total Service Charges (plus equipment charges) – excluding charges for intrastate
telecommunications service – for the monthly billing period in which that credit is to be applied.
Waivers:
The Company will waive the Standard Guide non-recurring base feature charge for Option 3 outbound service.
The Company will waive the one-time installation and other non-recurring standard charges associated with the
implementation of domestic Company service under this option.
Payment Arrangements: The Customer must pay for Company service within 30 days of receipt of the Company‟s invoice.
Promotions: The Customer is eligible for the following promotions as set forth in the Guide:
Loyalty Plus Promotion II
IntraLATA PIC Fee Credit
OPTION NO. 4140
1. Term and Renewal Options: The term of service is 24 months.
2. Description of Service: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply.
3. Minimum Volume Requirement: The provisions of SCA Type 1 do not apply.
4. Rates and Charges: Unless otherwise specified as “fixed”, the rates and charges in this option may be adjusted
periodically during the term of service.
4.1 audioconferencing: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will be charged the following fixed
rates per minute per bridge port (including set-up fees), for domestic audioconferencing usage, based on
method:
Method Rate
Premier Dial-Out Access $0.34
Premier MCI Toll Free Meet-Me Access 0.28
Premier Toll Meet-Me Access 0.25
Standard Dial-Out Access 0.21
Standard MCI Toll Free Meet-Me Access 0.19
Standard Toll Meet-Me Access 0.16
Unattended Toll Free Meet-Me Access 0.07
Unattended Toll Meet-Me Access 0.07
Instant Meeting Dial-Out 0.07
4.1.1 International audioconferencing: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will be
charged the following fixed rates per minute per bridge port (including set-up fees), for international
audioconferencing usage originating in the U.S. Mainland, Alaska, Hawaii and the U.S. Virgin Islands
and terminating in Canada, and originating in Canada and terminating in the U.S. Mainland, Alaska,
Hawaii and the U.S. Virgin Islands, based on method:
Method Rate
Premier Dial-Out Access $0.37
Premier MCI Toll Free Meet-Me Access 0.28
Standard Dial-Out Access 0.24
Standard MCI Toll Free Meet-Me Access 0.20
Unattended Toll Free Meet-Me Access 0.10
Instant Meeting Dial-Out 0.10
Instant Meeting Toll Free Meet-Me 0.10
4.1.2 Instant Replay Plus: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will be charged a fixed
$0.35 per-minute per-caller charge for toll free number access and a fixed $0.35 per-minute per-
caller charge for toll number access.
5. Volume Discounts:
5.1 Vnet: Vnet is not available under this option.
5.2 MCI 800 Service: MCI 800 Service is not available under this option.
5.3 SCA Discount: Customers enrolled in this option are not eligible for SCA discounts.
5.4 Dedicated Leased Line Service Discounts: The provisions of SCA Type 1 do not apply.
5.5 Charges Not Eligible for Discounts: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply.
5.6 On-Net Voice Services: On-Net Outbound Voice Service, On-Net Inbound Voice Service and On-Net Card
Service are available under this option at standard Guide rates and discounts.
5.7 audioconferencing: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will receive a 5 percent discount on
standard Guide rates for international audioconferencing Dial-Out usage.
6. Classifications, Practices and Regulations:
6.1 Underutilization: The provisions of SCA Type 1 do not apply.
6.2 Termination with Liability: If the Customer terminates service under this option prior to the expiration of the term
of service, the Customer will be billed and required to repay a pro rata portion of all credits received under this
option.
6.3 Non-Recurring Credits: The provisions of SCA Type 1 do not apply.
6.4 Payment Arrangements: The Customer must pay for Company service within 30 days of the date of the
Company‟s invoice.
6.5 Guide Rates: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply.
6.6 Termination Without Liability: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply.
6.7 Successors and Assigns: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply, except the Company may not assign this
option, except to an affiliate or successor, without the prior written consent of the Customer, and the Customer
may assign this option to an affiliate or successor without the prior written consent of the Company.
7. Availability: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply.
Jun.-04
OPTION NO. 4141 (rev. Jan.-06)
1. Term and Renewal Options: The term of service is 24 months.
2. Description of Service: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply.
3. Minimum Volume Requirement: The Customer's Company service usage must equal or exceed $480,000 during each
annual period of the term of service (MVR).
4. Rates and Charges: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply.
In order to be eligible to receive service under this option, the Customer may subscribe to Feature Option 1, 2, 3A and 3B
only for On-Net Service.
4.1 Voice Services: The Customer will be charged the following range of fixed per-minute rates $0.0270 to
$0.5500 for the following voice services:
4.1.1 Domestic Voice Services: Domestic Outbound Voice Service, domestic Inbound Voice Service and
domestic Card Service usage, based on origination and termination type.
4.1.2 International Voice Service: International Outbound Voice Service, international Inbound Voice
Service, international Card usage originating or terminating in the following locations: Brazil, Canada,
Japan, Mexico, Panama and the United Kingdom.
4.1.3 Switched Data: Domestic Outbound Switched Data and Toll Free Digital Service usage in multiples
of 64 kbps within the U.S. Mainland or Hawaii.
4.2 Audioconferencing: The Customer will be charged the following range of fixed per-minute rates $0.1200 to
$0.4600 for the following Conferencing Services:
4.2.1 Audioconferencing: Fixed per-minute rates per participant for domestic Audioconferencing calls
originating and terminating in the U.S. Mainland, Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin
Islands, based on method.
4.2.1.1 International Audioconferencing: Fixed per-minute rates per participant for international
Audioconferencing calls originating in the U.S. Mainland, Alaska, Hawaii and the U.S.
Virgin Islands and terminating in Canada, and originating in Canada and terminating in the
U.S. Mainland, Alaska, Hawaii and the U.S. Virgin Islands, based on method.
4.3 Access: The Customer will be charged the following range of fixed monthly recurring per-circuit local loop
charges $100 to $225 for the following Access Services based on Circuit Type:
DS-0 Access Service, DS-1 Access Service, Analog Access Service and Voice Grade Private Line Access
Service.
The Company will waive the Customer‟s monthly recurring Access Coordination and Central Office Connection
charges during the Term.
4.4 Private Line Service: The Customer will be charged the following range of fixed monthly recurring per-circuit
Inter-Office Channel (IOC) charges for domestic Private Line Service, based on DS-1 Service: $0 to $540. The
Customer will be charged the following range of fixed monthly recurring per-circuit per circuit mile charges for
domestic Private Line Service, based on DS-1 Service: $0.49 to $0.75.
The Customer will be charged a fixed monthly recurring $320 per-circuit charge and a $0.20 per-circuit mile
charge for domestic Private Line Service, based on DS-0/Voice Grade Private Line Service.
The Customer will be charged a fixed monthly recurring a $11 per-circuit mile charge with a $2000 circuit
minimum for domestic Private Line Service, based on DS-3 Service.
4.5 Frame Relay Service: The Customer will be charged the following range of fixed monthly recurring port
charges for domestic Frame Relay Service based on port speed $407 to $13,371. The Customer will be
charged the following range of fixed monthly recurring PVC charges for domestic Frame Relay Service based
on Committed Information Rate $22.04 to $53,832.35.
4.6 Features: The Customer will be charged a fixed $0.03 per-minute charge for Enhanced Call Routing (ECR)
Platform usage. The Customer will be charged the following range of fixed per-call rates $0.035 to $0.00 for
ECR Function usage.
A $0.01 per-call minimum feature charge will apply.
5. Discounts: Unless otherwise specified, discounts apply to non-MBS1 rates as set forth in the Guide or this option.
5.1 Voice Services: The Customer will receive the following range of discounts 10% to 45% discount for the
following Voice Services:
5.1.1 International Voice Services: Standard Guide rates for International Outbound Voice Service,
international Inbound Voice Service and international Card service usage, based on origination and
termination type, excluding usage originating or terminating in the locations set forth in Section 4.1.2.
5.1.2 Conferencing Services: Standard Guide rates for international Audioconferencing usage.
5.2 Data Services: The Customer will receive the following range of discounts 40% to 73% discount for the
following Data Services:
5.2.1 Frame Relay Service: Standard Guide monthly recurring port and PVC charges for domestic Frame
Relay Service.
5.2.1.1 International Frame Relay Service: Monthly recurring port and PVC charges for
international Frame Relay Service.
6. Classifications, Practices and Regulations:
6.1 Underutilization: If, in any annual period during the Term, the Customer‟s Total Service Charges do not meet or
exceed the MVR, the Customer shall pay (a) all accrued but unpaid charges incurred under the agreement and
(b) an underutilization charge in an amount equal to 25 percent of the difference between the MVR and the
Customer‟s total service charges during such annual period.
6.2 Termination with Liability: If (a) the Customer terminates the agreement before the end of the Term for reasons
other than for cause or (b) the Company terminates the agreement for cause, then the Customer will pay,
within 30 days after such termination: (i) all accrued but unpaid charges incurred through the date of such
termination, plus (ii) an amount equal to 25 percent of the unsatisfied MVR remaining during the year of
termination, and for each subsequent annual period remaining in the Term, plus (iii) a pro rata portion of any
and all credits received by the Customer.
6.3 Non-Recurring Credits: The Company will waive the one-time installation and other non-recurring standard
charges associated with the implementation of domestic and international Company service under this option.
The Customer will receive 2 credits each equal to $24,000 applied against the Customer‟s Company service
usage in Months 6 and 18 of the Term.
6.4 Payment Arrangements: The Customer must pay for Company service within 30 days of the date of the
Company‟s invoice.
6.5 Recurring Credits: The Customer will receive a monthly recurring credit against domestic, interstate charges in
an amount equal to 30 percent of the standard tariffed rates in effect for the Customer's intrastate On-Net
Outbound Service and Inbound Service usage, excluding usage within the states of Alabama, California,
Florida, Georgia, Illinois, New Jersey and New York.
7. Availability: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply.
OPTION NO. 4142 (rev. Oct. 11, Amendment 16)
Initial Term: 24 months
Extended Term: Following the expiration of the Initial Term, the Customer will have the option to extend the Initial Term for an
additional 12 month period by providing Company with 60 days prior written notice of such intent prior to expiration of the Initial
Term.
Commencing on the 8th Amendment Effective Date, the Term will be extended for a period of 6 months.
Commencing on the 9th Amendment Effective Date, the Term will start anew and continue for a period of 44 months.
Month-to-Month Term: Upon the expiration of the Initial Term or the Extended Term and provided that Customer does not exercise
its option for a Ramp-Down Period, the Agreement will be automatically extended on a month-to-month basis until either party
terminates the Agreement upon 60 days prior written notice.
Commencing on the 16th Amendment Effective Date, the Term will start anew and continue for a period of 24 months.
Additional Term: Upon the expiration of the Initial Term, Customer has the option to extend the term for twelve (12) months by
providing Company with sixty (60) days prior written notice of its intent to extend the Initial Term.
Extended Term: Upon the expiration of the Initial Tern or the Additional Term, and provided that Customer does not exercise its
option for a “Ramp-Down Period”, the Agreement will be automatically extended on a month-to-month basis for up to three (3)
months during which time either party may terminate the Agreement upon sixty (60) days prior written notice and the Agreement will
terminate at the end of the Extended Term.
Minimum Annual Volume Commitment (“AVC”): Customer agrees to pay Company no less than $1,900,000 in Total Service
Charges during each contract year.
Commencing on the 9th Amendment Effective Date and for the remainder of the Term, Customer‟s new TVC will be $12,000,000 in
Total Service Charges, or a pro rata portion thereof for any partial Contract Year.
Extended Term Minimum: Commencing on the 9th Amendment Effective Date and for the remainder of the Term,
Customer‟s new TVC will be $4,000,000 in Total Service Charges.
Month-to-Month Minimum: During each monthly billing period of the month-to-month extension, Customer‟s Total Service Charges
must equal or exceed $265,000.
Commencing on the 16th Amendment Effective Date, Customer‟s TVC requirement (set forth above) is replaced with an AVC
requirement (set forth below):
AVC Commitment. Commencing on the 16th Amendment Effective Date and in lieu of the AVC commitment, Customer agrees to
pay Company $1,800,000 in Total Service Charges during the Initial Term and during the 12-month Additional Term, if any (“AVC”).
Extended Term Volume Commitment: During each monthly billing period of the Extended Term, Customer‟s Total Service Charges
must equal or exceed one-twelfth (1/12th) of the AVC.
Ramp Down Period: Provided that Customer is in compliance with its obligations under the Agreement, at Customer's written
request at least sixty (60) days prior to the end of the Initial Term or Additional Term, Customer may continue to receive Services at
the rates and discounts provided herein for up to three (3) months . During the Ramp Down Period, the terms and conditions of the
Agreement will apply except that (i) the minimum volume commitment will apply, and (ii) Company may reduce the reporting,
service level agreements and account team support to the standard levels available in the Guide or Tariffs.
“Total Service Charges” means all charges, after application of all discounts and credits, incurred by Customer for Services provided
under this Agreement, excluding Taxes, Governmental Charges, equipment, Company ILEC, Document Delivery Fax, non-
recurring, goods and services acquired by Company as Customer‟s agent, international access that is passed-through (Type
3/PTT) or provided by Company (Type 1), charges for security services provided by a Cybertrust Security Service Provider listed in
the Guide, and other charges expressly excluded by this Agreement.
Ramp Down Period: Provided that Customer is in compliance with its obligations under the Agreement, at Customer's written
request at least sixty (60) days prior to the end of the Term, following the expiration of the Term, Customer may continue to receive
Services at the rates and discounts provided herein for up to three (3) months . During the Ramp Down Period, the terms and
conditions of the Agreement will apply except that (i) the AVC will not apply, and (ii) Company may reduce the reporting, service
level agreements and account team support to the standard levels available in the Guide or Tariffs.
Rates and Charges:
Voice Services: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will pay fixed per-minute rates ranging from
$0.0150 to $1.1600 for the following Voice Services:
Domestic Voice Service: domestic Outbound Voice Service, domestic Inbound Voice Service, and domestic
Card Service usage, based on origination and termination type.
International Outbound Voice Service: International Outbound Voice Service terminating in the following
locations: Canada, China, Italy and the United Kingdom.
International Inbound Voice Service: International Inbound Voice Service usage originating in the following
location: Canada.
Domestic Enhanced Call Routing: Domestic Platform Charges (beginning when the ECR system answers the
call and ending when the call is released to Customer‟s service location) and Domestic transport charges.
Toll Free Service: In lieu of all other rates, discounts, or promotions, Customer will pay fixed monthly recurring charges
ranging from $5.00 to $10.00 for Toll Free Service, based on Termination.
Termination
DAL
SLT
In lieu of any other rates and discounts, Customer will pay fixed per-call rates ranging from $0.02 to $0.10 for the
following Voice Services.
Domestic Card Per-Call Surcharge
ECR Feature Charges: Per-call feature charges for the following features:
Menu Routing
Message Announcement
Database Routing (Standard, Network & Host Connect)
In lieu of any other rates and discounts, Customer will pay fixed a per-event rate equal to $0.02 for the following Voice
Services.
ECR Feature Charges: Per-call feature charges for the following features:
Caller Takeback
TNT (Includes Caller Takeback)
In lieu of any other rates and discounts, Customer will pay fixed per-call rates ranging from $250 to $500 for the following
Voice Services:
ECR Supplemental Service – Description
Network Database Installation
Assistance with Database(s) Creation
Per New ECR Application (except Network Database)
Conferencing Services:
Audioconferencing: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will pay fixed per-minute rates
ranging from $0.0125 to $0.3000 for the following Conferencing Services:
Domestic Audioconferencing: Fixed per-minute rates per participant for domestic Audioconferencing
calls originating and terminating in the U.S. Mainland, Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, and the U.S.
Virgin Islands, based on method.
International Audioconferencing: Fixed per-minute rates per participant for international
Audioconferencing calls originating in the U.S. Mainland, Alaska, Hawaii and the U.S. Virgin Islands
and terminating in Canada, and originating in Canada and terminating in the U.S. Mainland, Alaska,
Hawaii, and the U.S. Virgin Islands, based on method.
Canadian Audio Conferencing: For Audio Conferencing Dial Out and Toll Free Meet-Me Access (1)
originating in the U.S. Mainland, Alaska, Hawaii, and the U.S. Virgin Islands and terminating in
Canada, and (2) originating in Canada and terminating in the U.S. Mainland, Alaska, Hawaii, and the
U.S. Virgin Islands. Customer must have at least 35 Canadian users or an average of 24,000
Canada minutes a month by the 6th month following the 12th Amendment Effective Date. The
Company will monitor the account and the Company reserves the right to increase rates if 35 users
or 24,000 Canada minutes are not installed and or
Videoconferencing:
In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will pay fixed per-minute rates ranging from $0.1700 to
$1.5000 per site for the following Videoconferencing Services:
Domestic ISDN Videoconferencing: Port usage charges per minute per video bridge port (“Bridging
Charges”) and dial-out transport usage charges per minute for transport (per 2 channels 112/128
kbps), with rounding to the next higher full minute. Bridging Charges include charges based on
charge type, including Premier/Standard/Unattended ISDN Bridging and Instant Video ISDN Bridging
and there is an additional per call minute charge for Premier Video Conferencing. Transport
charges apply to the following countries: US, Australia, Hong Kong, Japan, Singapore, UK, Thailand,
Indonesia and Video Regions 1-4.
Data Services:
Access:
In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will pay fixed monthly recurring per-circuit local loop
charges ranging from $150 to $2,600 for the following Access Services Based on Circuit Type: DS-0, DS-1,
and DS-3 for 24 NPA/NXX locations mutually agreed upon by Customer and Company.
In lieu of any other rates and discounts, Customer will pay a fixed monthly recurring $180 per-circuit local loop
charge and a $0 non-recurring charge for DS-1 Access Service.
Network Access Services: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, Customer will pay fixed monthly recurring
per-circuit local loop charges ranging from $1,350 to $2,750 for DS-3 Access circuits at 4 CLLI codes mutually
agreed upon by the Customer and the Company.
Private Line: In lieu of any other rates or discounts, the Customer will pay fixed monthly recurring per-circuit
Inter-Office Channel (IOC) charges ranging from $300 to $1,750 for domestic Private Line DS-1 and DS-3
Service.
In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will pay fixed monthly recurring per-circuit per-mile
charges for domestic Private Line service, based on DS-1 and DS-3 charges ranging from $1.56 to $14.67.
Discounts:
Voice Services: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, Customer will receive the following range of discounts 10% to
35% for the following Voice Services:
Domestic Voice Services: Standard Guide rates for domestic Outbound Voice Service, domestic Inbound Voice
Service, and domestic Card service usage, based origination and termination type.
International Outbound Voice Service, Including International Calling Card Service: Standard VBSII Guide
Type 21 rates for US originating International Outbound Voice Service excluding usage originating or
terminating in the locations set forth in “Rates and Charges”.
International Toll Free Voice Service: Standard VBSII Guide rates for International Toll Free Voice Service
excluding usage originating or terminating in the locations set forth in “Rates and Charges”.
Tariffed Usage: Tariffed usages charges and MRCs for Local and Long Distance Service Bundles, excluding
EUCL charges, Operator Service Charges and Directory Assistance.
Conferencing Services: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, Customer will receive a discount equal to 20% for the
following Conferencing Services:
US Dial Out International Audio Conferencing. The current standard rates in the Guide (which includes both
transport and bridging) for domestically bridged International Dial-Out Audio Conferencing, International Audio
Conferencing (dial out from a US bridge.
Data Services: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, Customer will receive discounts ranging from 17% to 81% for the
following Data Services:
Access: Standard Guide local loop charges for DS-0, DS-1, and DS-3 Access Service.
Dedicated Leased Line: Standard Guide Inter-Office Channel Charges and per-mile charges for DS-1 and DS-3
Service.
Domestic Frame Relay Service: Standard Guide monthly recurring port and PVC charges for domestic Frame
Relay Service.
U.S. Private Line Service. Standard VBSII Guide monthly recurring charges for the following circuit types: TDS
1.5 and TDS 45. The Customer certifies that any private line circuit will carry more than 10% interstate traffic.
Classifications, Practices, and Regulations:
Underutilization and Early Termination Charges: If Customer's Total Service Charges do not reach the AVC, in any
Contract Year during the Initial Term, Customer shall pay an “Underutilization Charge” equal to 50% of the unmet AVC.
If Customer‟s Total Service Charges do not reach the AVC in any Contract Year because the Agreement is terminated
early by Customer without Cause or by the Company with Cause, Customer shall pay an “Early Termination Charge”
equal to 50% of the unmet AVC plus a pro rata portion of any credits received by Customer.
If at any time the Customer satisfies the TVC prior to the completion of the Initial Term, Customer may terminate the
Agreement upon at least 30 days notice to Company without further early termination liability, except for charges incurred
up to the date of such termination.
Month-to-Month Underutilization: If, in any monthly billing period of the month-to-month extension, Customer‟s
Total Service Charges do not meet or exceed $265,000, then Customer shall pay: (a) all accrued but unpaid
usage and other charges incurred under the Agreement; and (b) an “Underutilization Charge” equal to the
difference between $265,000 and Customer‟s Total Service Charges during such monthly billing period.
16th Amendment Underutilization and Early Termination Charges: If Customer‟s Total Service Charges do not reach the
AVC in any contract year during the Additional Term, Customer shall pay an “Underutilization Charge” equal to fifty
percent (50%) of the unmet AVC. In addition, if, in any monthly billing period during the Extended Term, Customer‟s
Total Service Charges do not meet or exceed the Extended Term Volume Commitment, then Customer shall pay: (a) all
accrued but unpaid charges incurred under the Agreement, and (b) an “Underutilization Charge” equal to the difference
between the Extended Term Volume Commitment and Customer‟s Total Service Charges during such monthly billing
period. If: (a) Customer terminates the Agreement before the end of the Initial Term or any Additional Term for reasons
other than Cause; or (b) Company terminates the Agreement for Cause, then Customer will pay, within thirty (30) days
after such termination: (i) an amount equal to fifty percent (50%) of the unsatisfied AVC remaining during the year of
termination, and for each subsequent contract year remaining in the Term, plus (ii) a pro rata portion of any and all
credits received by Customer.
Credits:
Billing Adjustment Credit: To provide Customer the benefit of the rates and discounts in this Agreement as of the
Effective Date and until such rates and discounts are implemented, Company shall provide Customer with a one-time
billing adjustment credit equal to $75,000 plus applicable taxes and surcharges. This credit shall compensate Customer
for the difference between the Tariff/Guide/list rates invoiced during the 1st full billing cycle following Customer's
signature date above and the rates and discounts in this Agreement.
One-Time Credits:
If during any annual period of the term of service, the Customer‟s Company service usage equals or exceeds
$2,680,000, the Customer will receive a $67,000 credit to be applied against the Customer‟s domestic,
interstate and international charges.
The Customer will receive a $4,167 credit applied against the Customer‟s Company service charges.
The Customer will receive a $4,167 credit applied against the Customer‟s Company service charges.
Customer will receive three credits, each equal to $125,000, applied against Customer's designated Service
Charges incurred for Interstate Services.
Recurring Credits:
The Customer will receive a monthly recurring credit against domestic, interstate charges in an amount equal
to 30% of the standard Guide rates in effect for the Customer's intrastate On-Net Outbound Service and
Inbound Service usage, excluding usage within the states of California, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Illinois,
New Jersey, New York, Ohio and Texas.
Interstate Service Credit: The Customer will receive a monthly recurring credit against domestic, interstate
charges in an amount equal to the difference between the standard tariffed rates in effect for the Customer‟s
intrastate Outbound Service usage within the state(s) of California, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, New
Jersey, New York, Ohio and Texas and fixed per-minute rates ranging from $0.0200 to $0.0900, multiplied by
the Customer‟s minutes of intrastate Outbound Service usage within the state(s) of California, Connecticut,
Florida, Georgia, Illinois, New Jersey, New York, Ohio and Texas during that monthly period of the term of
service, based on origination and termination type:
Achievement Credits: If, at the end of any contract year, Customer‟s Total Service Charges (excluding Company
internationally billed services) equal the level specified below, Customer shall receive the corresponding Achievement
Credit. The Achievement Credit will be applied against Customer's designated Total Service Charges incurred for
Interstate and International services and any other services mutually agreeable by the Company and Customer.
Contract Year - Total Service Charges Achievement Credit
(% of Contract year Total Service
Charges)
$4,000,000.00 and above 1%
Waivers:
Installation Waiver: Company will waive the one-time installation charges associated with the implementation of
Services within the 48 contiguous States of the U.S. provided under this Agreement except for the following services:
(i) eDSL, (ii) VPN, (iii) Internet Dedicated OC3, OC12, OC48, Gig-E, (iv) PTT / third party services (including
International Access and Company International), (v) Data Center, (vi) Paging, (vii) Managed Services, (viii) CPE, (ix)
Enhanced Call Routing, (x) Local Disaster Recovery, (xi) Audio, Video and Net Conferencing, (xii) Voice over IP
Services, (xiii) Security Services, (xiv) Non-Listing/Non-Published Service, (xv) Telecommunications Service Priority,
and (xvi) Services provided by Company incumbent local exchange carriers (“ILECs”) or by Cellco Partnership and its
affiliates d/b/a Company Wireless. Usage charges, monthly recurring charges, expedite charges, change charges,
surcharges, charges for an unlisted or non-published number, any charges imposed by third parties (including access,
egress, jack, or wiring charges), taxes or tax-like surcharges, or other Governmental Charges will not be waived.
D Channel ISDN PRI: The Company will waive the $110 per D channel monthly recurring charge for ISDN PRI service.
Company reserves the right to charge this fee if Customer does not have Company provided telecom services other than
Local and Company provided T-1/PRI (or higher speed) access at each site for which the PRI is waived.
Paper Billing: The Company will waive the charges associated with the paper billing process.
Automatic Number Identification (ANI): Company will waive Customer‟s monthly billing charges for ANI.
Other Requirements: In order to be eligible to receive Company service under this option, the Customer must satisfy the following
requirements at the time of option enrollment:
The Customer must be an existing customer of the Company receiving service under a Special Customer Arrangement
with an annual volume commitment of at least $2,640,000;
The Customer‟s and the Customer‟s Designated Affiliates‟ must be an existing customer of the Company receiving
service under a Special Customer Arrangement with a 3-year term and an annual volume commitment of at least
$4,400,000;
The Customer‟s monthly volume of Company internet services must equal or exceed $15,000 per month; and,
The Customer‟s monthly volume of Company conferencing services usage must equal or exceed $10,000 per month.
Monitoring Conditions: In order to be eligible to receive Company service under this option, the Customer must satisfy the following
condition during each annual period of the term of service. If during any annual period of the term of service the Customer fails to
satisfy the following condition, the Customer will be billed and required to pay an additional $150 charge for each site above the
applicable threshold during that annual period.
No more than 25% of the Customer‟s domestic Frame Relay Service network may be at 128 kbps.
Qualifying Conditions: In order to be eligible to receive Company service under this option, the Customer must satisfy the following
requirements at the time of option enrollment:
The Customer represents that as of the 9th Amendment Effective Date, the Customer‟s average monthly
service charges for the use of conferencing services (in aggregate across all vendors), equals at least $25,000.
Affiliates:
At Customer's written direction, Company will provide to the entities described below ("Affiliates") the opportunity to share
in the Company Services described in the Agreement at the rates and/or discounts specified therein and as negotiated
by Customer. The Services provided hereunder are intended solely for the use and benefit of Customer and the Affiliates.
Total Service Charges of the Services used by and paid for by the Affiliates will contribute to Customer's satisfaction of
the AVC in this Agreement.
Affiliates are a business entity that is either: i) a parent of the Customer; ii) an entity in which Customer directly or
indirectly owns 50% or more of that entity's outstanding ownership interest; or iii) an entity in which Customer's parent
directly or indirectly owns 50% or more of that entity's outstanding ownership interest.
Each Affiliate must agree to protect Confidential Information on terms at least as restrictive as those in this Agreement
before receiving any information contained in this Agreement. Customer shall be liable to Company for any breach of
confidentiality by its Affiliates.
Customer will be Company's customer of record for the Services provided to Affiliates hereunder and Customer will be
financially responsible to Company for Affiliate's use of the Services and for all of its other obligations to Company.
Company will bill each Affiliate for such Affiliate's own use of Services received under this Agreement. Each Affiliate will
be responsible for all charges for the Services provided to such Affiliate. Each Affiliate shall pay Company for all
Services within 30 days of receipt of invoice. Undisputed amounts not paid on or before 30 days from receipt of invoice
shall be considered past due, and Affiliate agrees to pay a late payment charge equal to the lesser of: (a) one and one-
half percent (1.5%) per month or (b) the maximum amount allowed by applicable law, as applied against the past due
amounts. If an Affiliate fails to pay an invoice within 30 days from receipt, Company may issue a notice of default to both
Affiliate and Customer. If Affiliate or Customer has not fully paid all undisputed amounts within ten (10) days of receiving
notice of the failure to pay, Company may discontinue service to that Affiliate and issue a final notice of failure to pay to
Customer.
If Customer fails to pay the undisputed past due charges after expiration of the final 10 day notice of failure to pay,
Company may terminate the Agreement for Cause. Nothing in this Agreement will modify or be deemed to modify
Company's right to terminate service to an Affiliate as provided for in the Guide or in any applicable Tariff.
Customer will promptly notify Company in writing if an Affiliate no longer qualifies for Service under this Agreement.
Company will have no liability to Customer for Customer‟s failure to provide a complete and accurate termination or
suspension order to Company or for Customer's failure to identify additions, deletions or changes to an Affiliate's
information provided to Company.
OPTION NO. 4143
1. Term and Renewal Options: The term of service is 12 months.
2. Description of Service: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply.
3. Minimum Volume Requirement: The provisions of SCA Type 1 do not apply.
4. Rates and Charges: Unless otherwise specified as “fixed”, the rates and charges in this option may be adjusted
periodically during the term of service.
4.1 audioconferencing: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will be charged the following fixed
rates per minute per bridge port (including set-up fees), for domestic audioconferencing usage, based on
method:
Method Rate
Premier Dial-Out Access $0.31
Premier MCI Toll Free Meet-Me Access 0.30
Premier Toll Meet-Me Access 0.30
Standard Dial-Out Access 0.29
Standard MCI Toll Free Meet-Me Access 0.28
Standard Toll Meet-Me Access 0.28
Unattended Toll Free Meet-Me Access 0.12
Unattended Toll Meet-Me Access 0.12
Instant Meeting Dial-Out 0.12
Instant Meeting Toll Free Meet-Me 0.12
Instant Meeting Toll Meet-Me 0.12
4.1.1 Net Conferencing: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will be charged a fixed
$0.22 per-minute per-participant for Net Conferencing usage and a fixed $0.28 per-minute per-
participant for Net Conferencing Secure Sockets Layer.
4.1.2 Instant Replay Plus: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will be charged a fixed
$0.35 per-minute per-caller charge for toll free number access and a fixed $0.35 per-minute per-
caller charge for toll number access.
5. Volume Discounts:
5.1 Vnet: Vnet is not available under this option.
5.2 MCI 800 Service: MCI 800 Service is not available under this option.
5.3 SCA Discount: Customers enrolled in this option are not eligible for SCA discounts.
5.4 Dedicated Leased Line Service Discounts: The provisions of SCA Type 1 do not apply.
5.5 Charges Not Eligible for Discounts: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply.
5.6 On-Net Voice Services: On-Net Outbound Voice Service, On-Net Inbound Voice Service and On-Net Card
Service are available under this option at standard Guide rates and discounts.
5.7 audioconferencing: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will receive a 5 percent discount on
standard Guide rates for international audioconferencing Dial-Out usage.
6. Classifications, Practices and Regulations:
6.1 Underutilization: The provisions of SCA Type 1 do not apply.
6.2 Termination with Liability: The provisions of SCA Type 1 do not apply.
6.3 Non-Recurring Credits: The provisions of SCA Type 1 do not apply.
6.4 Payment Arrangements: The Customer must pay for Company service within 30 days of the date of the
Company‟s invoice.
6.5 Guide Rates: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply.
6.6 Termination Without Liability: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply.
6.7 Successors and Assigns: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply, except the Company may not assign this
option, except to an affiliate or successor, without the prior written consent of the Customer, and the Customer
may assign this option to an affiliate or successor without the prior written consent of the Company.
7. Availability: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply.
Jun.-04
OPTION NO. 4144
1. Term and Renewal Options: The term of service is 12 months.
Following the expiration of the term of service, service under this option will continue for an additional 12-month period
subject to the terms and conditions, including rates and discounts set forth under this option (Extension Term). The
Customer may elect to forego the Extension Term by providing the Company written notice at least 60 days prior to the
expiration of the term of service.
2. Description of Service: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply.
3. Minimum Volume Requirement: The provisions of SCA Type 1 do not apply.
4. Rates and Charges: Unless otherwise specified as “fixed”, the rates and charges in this option may be adjusted
periodically during the term of service.
4.1 audioconferencing: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will be charged the following fixed
rates per minute per bridge port (including set-up fees), for domestic audioconferencing usage, based on
method:
Method Rate
Premier Dial-Out Access $0.32
Premier MCI Toll Free Meet-Me Access 0.32
Premier Toll Meet-Me Access 0.30
Standard Dial-Out Access 0.24
Standard MCI Toll Free Meet-Me Access 0.22
Standard Toll Meet-Me Access 0.22
Unattended Toll Free Meet-Me Access 0.12
Unattended Toll Meet-Me Access 0.12
Instant Meeting Dial-Out 0.13
Instant Meeting Toll Free Meet-Me 0.12
Instant Meeting Toll Meet-Me 0.12
4.1.1 International audioconferencing: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will be
charged the following fixed rates per minute per bridge port (including set-up fees), for international
audioconferencing usage originating in the U.S. Mainland, Alaska, Hawaii and the U.S. Virgin Islands
and terminating in Canada, and originating in Canada and terminating in the U.S. Mainland, Alaska,
Hawaii and the U.S. Virgin Islands, based on method:
Method Rate
Premier Dial-Out Access $0.32
Premier MCI Toll Free Meet-Me Access 0.30
Standard Dial-Out Access 0.24
Standard MCI Toll Free Meet-Me Access 0.22
Unattended Toll Free Meet-Me Access 0.13
Instant Meeting Dial-Out 0.14
Instant Meeting Toll Free Meet-Me 0.13
4.1.2 Net Conferencing: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will be charged a fixed
$0.26 per-minute per-participant for Net Conferencing usage and a fixed $0.34 per-minute per-
participant for Net Conferencing Secure Sockets Layer.
4.1.2.1 Reserved Net Conferencing Option PW: The Customer will be charged the following fixed
monthly recurring charges for Option PW, based on the number of seats provided under
the option and whether the Customer subscribes to SSL for the service.
Call Type/Charge
Reserved Seats Without SSL With SSL
0 – 10 $160 $200
11 – 50 120 155
51 – 150 110 140
151+ 100 120
4.1.2.2 Reserved Net Conferencing Option WX: The Customer will be charged the following fixed
monthly recurring charges for Option WX for which the Customer does not subscribe to
SSL, based on the number of seats provided under the option:
Reserved Seats Charge
0 – 25 $180
26 – 50 135
51 – 200 120
201 + 95
The Customer will be charged the following fixed monthly recurring charges for Option WX
for which the Customer subscribes to SSL, based on the number of seats provided under
the option:
Reserved Seats Charge
0 – 25 $195
26 – 50 150
51 – 200 140
201 + 135
4.1.3 Instant Replay Plus: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will be charged a fixed
$0.24 per-minute per-caller charge for toll free number access and a fixed $0.24 per-minute per-
caller charge for toll number access.
5. Volume Discounts:
5.1 Vnet: Vnet is not available under this option.
5.2 MCI 800 Service: MCI 800 Service is not available under this option.
5.3 SCA Discount: Customers enrolled in this option are not eligible for SCA discounts.
5.4 Dedicated Leased Line Service Discounts: The provisions of SCA Type 1 do not apply.
5.5 Charges Not Eligible for Discounts: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply.
5.6 On-Net Voice Services: On-Net Outbound Voice Service, On-Net Inbound Voice Service and On-Net Card
Service are available under this option at standard Guide rates and discounts.
6. Classifications, Practices and Regulations:
6.1 Underutilization: The provisions of SCA Type 1 do not apply.
6.2 Termination with Liability: The provisions of SCA Type 1 do not apply.
6.3 Non-Recurring Credits: The provisions of SCA Type 1 do not apply.
6.4 Payment Arrangements: The Customer must pay for Company service within 30 days of the date of the
Company‟s invoice.
6.5 Guide Rates: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply.
6.6 Termination Without Liability: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply.
6.7 Successors and Assigns: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply, except the Company may not assign this
option, except to an affiliate or successor, without the prior written consent of the Customer, and the Customer
may assign this option to an affiliate or successor without the prior written consent of the Company.
7. Availability: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply.
Jun.-04
OPTION NO. 4145 (rev. Mar.-06)
1. Term and Renewal Options: The term of service is 36 months (Initial Term).
Following the expiration of the Initial Term, service will continue under this option for additional 12 month periods subject
to the terms and conditions, including rates and discounts set forth under this option (Extension Term). The Company or
the Customer may elect to forego the Extension Term by providing the other party written notice at least 30 days prior to
the expiration of the Initial Term. Either party may terminate service during the Extension Term by providing the other
party at least 30 days prior written notice.
Term shall mean the Initial Term and the Extension Term
2. Description of Service: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply.
3. Minimum Volume Requirement: The Customer's Company service usage must equal or exceed $250,000 during each
annual period of the Term (MVR).
4. Rates and Charges: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply.
In order to be eligible to receive service under this option, the Customer may subscribe to Feature Option 2 only for On-
Net Service.
4.1 Voice Services: The Customer will be charged the following range of fixed per-minute rates $0.0200 to $0.0340
for the following voice services:
4.1.1 Domestic Voice Services: Domestic Outbound Voice Service and domestic Inbound Voice Service
usage, based on origination and termination type. The Customer will be charged a fixed $0.25 per-
call surcharge for domestic Card calls
4.1.2 International Voice Service: International Outbound Voice Service and international Card usage
originating or terminating in the following locations: Australia, Brazil, Canada, France, Germany,
Mexico, the Netherlands, the United Arab Emirates and the United Kingdom.
International Inbound Voice Service usage originating in the following locations: Australia, Brazil,
Canada, France, Germany, Mexico, Netherlands, Switzerland, the United Arab Emirates, and the
United Kingdom.
The Customer will be charged a fixed $1.25 per-call surcharge for international Card calls terminating
in international locations.
4.2 Audioconferencing: The Customer will be charged the following range of fixed per-minute rates $0.0400 to
$0.2550 for the following Conferencing Services:
4.2.1 Audioconferencing: Fixed per-minute rates per participant for domestic Audioconferencing calls
originating and terminating in the U.S. Mainland, Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin
Islands, based on method.
4.2.1.1 International Audioconferencing: Fixed per-minute rates per participant for international
Audioconferencing calls originating in the U.S. Mainland, Alaska, Hawaii and the U.S.
Virgin Islands and terminating in Canada, and originating in Canada and terminating in the
U.S. Mainland, Alaska, Hawaii and the U.S. Virgin Islands, based on method.
4.2.1.2 Instant Replay Plus: Fixed per-minute per-participant rates for Instant Replay Plus usage
using toll free number access and toll number access.
4.3 Access: The Customer will be charged a fixed monthly recurring $128 per-circuit local loop charge for DS-1
Access circuits at 1 NPA/NXX location mutually agreed upon by the Customer and the Company.
The Company will waive the Customer‟s monthly recurring Access Coordination and Central Office Connection
charges during the Term.
4.4 Frame Relay Service: The Customer will be charged the following range of fixed monthly recurring port charges
for domestic Frame Relay Service based on port speed $101.75 to $818.25. The Customer will be charged the
following range of fixed monthly recurring PVC charges for domestic Frame Relay Service based on
Committed Information Rate $5.51 to $194.65.
5. Discounts: Unless otherwise specified, discounts apply to non-MBS1 rates as set forth in the Guide or this option.
5.1 Voice Services: The Customer will receive a 38% discount for the following Voice Services:
5.1.1 International Voice Services: Standard Guide rates for International Outbound Voice Service and
international Inbound Voice Service usage, based on origination and termination type, excluding
usage originating or terminating in the locations set forth in Section 4.1.2.
5.2 Data Services: The Customer will receive the following range of discounts 40% to 75% for the following Data
Services:
5.2.1 International Frame Relay Service: Monthly recurring port and PVC charges for international Frame
Relay Service.
6. Classifications, Practices and Regulations:
6.1 Underutilization: If, in any annual period during the Term, the Customer‟s Total Service Charges do not meet or
exceed the MVR, the Customer shall pay (a) all accrued but unpaid charges incurred under the agreement and
(b) an underutilization charge in an amount equal to 100 percent of the difference between the MVR and the
Customer‟s total service charges during such annual period.
If during any annual period of the Extension Term the Customer fails to satisfy the Extension Term MVR, the
Customer will be billed and required to pay (a) all accrued but unpaid charges incurred under the agreement
and (b) an underutilization charge equal to the difference between the Customer‟s total service charges during
such annual period and the Extension Term MVR.
6.2 Termination with Liability:
If (a) the Customer terminates the agreement before the end of the Term for reasons other than for cause or
(b) the Company terminates the agreement for cause, then the Customer will pay, within 30 days after such
termination: (i) all accrued but unpaid charges incurred through the date of such termination, plus (ii) an
amount equal to 100 percent of the unsatisfied MVR remaining during the year of termination, and for each
subsequent annual period remaining in the Term, plus (iii) a pro rata portion of any and all credits received by
the Customer.
6.3 Non-Recurring Credits: The Company will waive the one-time installation and other non-recurring standard
charges associated with the implementation of domestic Company service under this option.
The Customer will receive 2 credits each equal to $4,800 applied against the Customer‟s Company service
usage in Months 6 and 13 of the Term.
6.4 Payment Arrangements: The Customer must pay for Company service within 30 days of the date of the
Company‟s invoice.
6.5 Other Requirements: In order to be eligible to receive Company service under this option, the Customer must
satisfy the following requirements at the time of option enrollment:
Not more than 25 percent of the Customer‟s interstate Frame Relay service sites may have a Port speed
of 128 Mbps.
6.6 Recurring Credits: The Customer will receive a monthly recurring credit against domestic, interstate charges in
an amount equal to 16 percent of the standard tariffed rates in effect for the Customer's intrastate Outbound
Voice Service and Inbound Voice Service usage, excluding usage within Pennsylvania.
The Customer will receive a monthly recurring credit against domestic, interstate charges in an amount equal
to the difference between the standard tariffed rates in effect for the Customer‟s intrastate Outbound Voice
Service usage within Pennsylvania and the following range of per-minute rates, based on origination and
termination type $0.0400 to $0.0565.
The Customer will receive a monthly recurring credit against domestic, interstate charges in an amount equal
to the difference between the standard tariffed rates in effect for the Customer‟s intrastate Inbound Voice
Service usage within Pennsylvania and the following range of per-minute rates, based on origination and
termination type $0.0400 to $0.0603.
6.7 Promotions: The Customer is eligible for the following promotions as set forth in the Guide:
Grand Slam Access Promotion
7. Availability: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply.
OPTION NO. 4146
1. Term and Renewal Options: The term of service is 12 months.
2. Description of Service: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply.
3. Minimum Volume Requirement: The provisions of SCA Type 1 do not apply.
4. Rates and Charges: Unless otherwise specified as “fixed”, the rates and charges in this option may be adjusted
periodically during the term of service.
4.1 audioconferencing: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will be charged the following fixed
rates per minute per bridge port (including set-up fees), for domestic audioconferencing usage, based on
method:
Method Rate
Premier Dial-Out Access $0.3900
Premier MCI Toll Free Meet-Me Access 0.2900
Premier Toll Meet-Me Access 0.2900
Standard Dial-Out Access 0.2499
Standard MCI Toll Free Meet-Me Access 0.2262
Standard Toll Meet-Me Access 0.2262
Unattended Toll Free Meet-Me Access 0.1150
Unattended Toll Meet-Me Access 0.1150
Instant Meeting Dial-Out 0.1150
Instant Meeting Toll Free Meet-Me 0.1150
Instant Meeting Toll Meet-Me 0.1150
4.1.1 International audioconferencing: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will be
charged the following fixed rates per minute per bridge port (including set-up fees), for international
audioconferencing usage originating in the U.S. Mainland, Alaska, Hawaii and the U.S. Virgin Islands
and terminating in Canada, and originating in Canada and terminating in the U.S. Mainland, Alaska,
Hawaii and the U.S. Virgin Islands, based on method:
Method Rate
Premier Dial-Out Access $0.43
Premier MCI Toll Free Meet-Me Access 0.33
Standard Dial-Out Access 0.28
Standard MCI Toll Free Meet-Me Access 0.23
Unattended Toll Free Meet-Me Access 0.13
Instant Meeting Toll Free Meet-Me 0.13
4.1.2 Net Conferencing: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will be charged a fixed
$0.26 per-minute per-participant for Net Conferencing usage and a fixed $0.37 per-minute per-
participant for Net Conferencing Secure Sockets Layer.
4.1.3 Instant Replay Plus: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will be charged a fixed
$0.24 per-minute per-caller charge for toll free number access and a fixed $0.24 per-minute per-
caller charge for toll number access.
4.1.4 Features: The Company will waive the standard Guide per-list charge for Participant Lists associated
with domestic audioconferencing calls.
5. Volume Discounts:
5.1 Vnet: Vnet is not available under this option.
5.2 MCI 800 Service: MCI 800 Service is not available under this option.
5.3 SCA Discount: Customers enrolled in this option are not eligible for SCA discounts.
5.4 Dedicated Leased Line Service Discounts: The provisions of SCA Type 1 do not apply.
5.5 Charges Not Eligible for Discounts: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply.
5.6 On-Net Voice Services: On-Net Outbound Voice Service, On-Net Inbound Voice Service and On-Net Card
Service are available under this option at standard Guide rates and discounts.
6. Classifications, Practices and Regulations:
6.1 Underutilization: The provisions of SCA Type 1 do not apply.
6.2 Termination with Liability: The provisions of SCA Type 1 do not apply.
6.3 Non-Recurring Credits: The provisions of SCA Type 1 do not apply.
6.4 Payment Arrangements: The Customer must pay for Company service within 30 days of the date of the
Company‟s invoice.
6.5 Guide Rates: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply.
6.6 Termination Without Liability: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply.
6.7 Successors and Assigns: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply, except the Company may not assign this
option, except to an affiliate or successor, without the prior written consent of the Customer, and the Customer
may assign this option to an affiliate or successor without the prior written consent of the Company.
7. Availability: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply.
Jun.-04
OPTION NO. 4147
1. Term and Renewal Options: The term of service is 12 months.
2. Description of Service: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply. In addition, for purposes of this option, Company service
usage associated with other products of the Company and its affiliates will be used to ascertain whether the MVR under
Section 3 is satisfied. For purposes of Section 3, “Company service usage” shall be expressed in U.S. dollars.
3. Minimum Volume Requirement: The Customer's Company service usage must equal or exceed $70,000 during each
annual period of the term of service (MVR).
4. Rates and Charges: Unless otherwise specified as “fixed”, the rates and charges in this option may be adjusted
periodically during the term of service.
4.1 audioconferencing: Beginning in Month 2 of the term of service, in lieu of any other rates and discounts, the
Customer will be charged the following fixed rates per minute per bridge port (including set-up fees), for
domestic audioconferencing usage, based on method and the Customer‟s monthly minutes of domestic
audioconferencing usage during the immediately preceding monthly period. During Month 1 of the term of
service, the Customer will be charged the rates at the 0 – 50,000 Monthly Minutes level.
Monthly Minutes: 0 – 50,000
Method Rate
Premier Dial-Out Access $0.370
Premier MCI Toll Free Meet-Me Access 0.370
Premier Toll Meet-Me Access 0.370
Standard Dial-Out Access 0.280
Standard MCI Toll Free Meet-Me Access 0.280
Standard Toll Meet-Me Access 0.280
Unattended Toll Free Meet-Me Access 0.080
Unattended Toll Meet-Me Access 0.080
Instant Meeting Dial-Out 0.080
Instant Meeting Toll Free Meet Me 0.080
Instant Meeting Toll Meet Me 0.080
Monthly Minutes: 50,001 – 140,000
Method Rate
Premier Dial-Out Access $0.360
Premier MCI Toll Free Meet-Me Access 0.360
Premier Toll Meet-Me Access 0.360
Standard Dial-Out Access 0.270
Standard MCI Toll Free Meet-Me Access 0.270
Standard Toll Meet-Me Access 0.270
Unattended Toll Free Meet-Me Access 0.075
Unattended Toll Meet-Me Access 0.075
Instant Meeting Dial-Out 0.075
Instant Meeting Toll Free Meet Me 0.075
Instant Meeting Toll Meet Me 0.075
Monthly Minutes: 140,001 +
Method Rate
Premier Dial-Out Access $0.350
Premier MCI Toll Free Meet-Me Access 0.350
Premier Toll Meet-Me Access 0.350
Standard Dial-Out Access 0.260
Standard MCI Toll Free Meet-Me Access 0.260
Standard Toll Meet-Me Access 0.260
Unattended Toll Free Meet-Me Access 0.070
Unattended Toll Meet-Me Access 0.070
Instant Meeting Dial-Out 0.070
Instant Meeting Toll Free Meet Me 0.070
Instant Meeting Toll Meet Me 0.070
4.1.1 International audioconferencing: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will be
charged the following fixed rates per minute per bridge port (including set-up fees), for international
audioconferencing usage originating in the U.S. Mainland, Alaska, Hawaii and the U.S. Virgin Islands
and terminating in Canada, and originating in Canada and terminating in the U.S. Mainland, Alaska,
Hawaii and the U.S. Virgin Islands, based on method:
Method Rate
Premier Dial-Out Access $0.42
Premier MCI Toll Free Meet-Me Access 0.42
Standard Dial-Out Access 0.33
Standard MCI Toll Free Meet-Me Access 0.33
Unattended Toll Free Meet-Me Access 0.13
Instant Meeting Dial-Out 0.13
Instant Meeting Toll Free Meet-Me 0.13
4.1.2 Net Conferencing: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will be charged a fixed
$0.25 per-minute per-participant for Net Conferencing usage and a fixed $0.32 per-minute per-
participant for Net Conferencing Secure Sockets Layer.
5. Volume Discounts:
5.1 Vnet: Vnet is not available under this option.
5.2 MCI 800 Service: MCI 800 Service is not available under this option.
5.3 SCA Discount: Customers enrolled in this option are not eligible for SCA discounts.
5.4 Dedicated Leased Line Service Discounts: The provisions of SCA Type 1 do not apply.
5.5 Charges Not Eligible for Discounts: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply.
5.6 On-Net Voice Services: On-Net Outbound Voice Service, On-Net Inbound Voice Service and On-Net Card
Service are available under this option at standard Guide rates and discounts.
5.7 audioconferencing: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will receive a 17 percent discount on
standard Guide rates for international audioconferencing Dial-Out usage.
6. Classifications, Practices and Regulations:
6.1 Underutilization: If during any annual period of the term of service the Customer fails to satisfy the MVR, the
Customer will be billed and required to pay an underutilization charge equal to the difference between the
Customer‟s actual usage during that annual period and the MVR, or a pro rata portion thereof for any partial
annual period.
6.2 Termination with Liability: If the Customer terminates service under this option prior to the expiration of the term
of service, the Customer will be billed and required to: (i) repay a pro rata portion of all credits received under
this option; and, (ii) pay an early termination charge equal to 75 percent of the MVR for each annual period
remaining in the term of service, or a pro rata portion thereof for any partial annual period.
6.3 Non-Recurring Credits: The provisions of SCA Type 1 do not apply.
6.4 Payment Arrangements: The Customer must pay for Company service within 30 days of the date of the
Company‟s invoice.
6.5 Guide Rates: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply.
6.6 Termination Without Liability: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply.
6.7 Successors and Assigns: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply, except the Company may not assign this
option, except to an affiliate or successor, without the prior written consent of the Customer, and the Customer
may assign this option to an affiliate or successor without the prior written consent of the Company.
7. Availability: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply.
Jun.-04
OPTION NO. 4148 (rev. Sep.-05)
1. Term and Renewal Options: The term of service is 36 months, beginning 3 months after option enrollment (Ramp
Period).
Following the expiration of the term of service, the Customer may elect to continue service under this option for one
additional 12 month period subject to the terms and conditions, including rates and discounts set forth under this option
(Extension Term) upon 30 days prior written notice.
2. Description of Service: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply. In addition, for purposes of this option, Company service
usage associated with other products of the Company and its affiliates will be used to ascertain whether the MVR under
Section 3 is satisfied. For purposes of Section 3, “Company service usage” shall be expressed in U.S. dollars.
3. Minimum Volume Requirement: Following the Ramp Period, the Customer's Company service usage must equal or
exceed $2,300,000 during the first annual period of the term of service and $2,600,000 during each of the second and
third annual periods of the term of service (MVR).
The Customer‟s Company service during the Extension Term must equal or exceed $2,600,000.
4. Rates and Charges: Unless otherwise specified as “fixed”, the rates and charges in this option may be adjusted
periodically during the term of service.
In order to be eligible to receive service under this option, the Customer may subscribe to Feature Option 2, 3A and 3B
only for On-Net Service.
4.1 On-Net Voice Services: The Customer will be charged the following fixed per-minute rates for domestic On-Net
Outbound Voice Service and On-Net Card usage, based on origination and termination type:
Origination Termination Rate
Local Network Connection Local Network Connection $0.0220
Local Network Connection Dedicated 0.0230
Local Network Connection Switched 0.0240
Dedicated Local Network Connection 0.0230
Dedicated Dedicated 0.0220
Dedicated Switched 0.0230
Switched Local Network Connection 0.0240
Switched/Card Dedicated 0.0230
Switched/Card Switched 0.0398
The Customer will be charged a fixed $0.50 per-call surcharge for domestic On-Net Card calls.
4.1.1 Inbound Service: The Customer will be charged the following fixed per-minute rates for domestic On-
Net Inbound Voice Service usage, based on origination and termination type:
Origination Termination Rate
Local Network Connection Local Network Connection $0.0220
Local Network Connection Dedicated 0.0230
Local Network Connection Switched 0.0240
Switched Local Network Connection 0.0240
Switched Dedicated 0.0230
Switched Switched 0.0398
4.1.2 International Service: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will be charged the
following fixed per-minute rates for international On-Net Outbound Voice Service and On-Net Card
usage terminating in the following locations, based on origination type:
Origination Type
Location Local Network Connection Dedicated Switched
Australia $0.1296 $0.1296 $0.1377
Belgium 0.1296 0.1296 0.1377
Brazil 0.2835 0.2835 0.2957
Canada 0.0650 0.0650 0.0850
China 0.4050 0.4050 0.4260
France 0.1100 0.1100 0.1300
Germany 0.1100 0.1100 0.1300
Italy 0.1100 0.1100 0.1300
Japan 0.1296 0.1296 0.1377
United Kingdom 0.0650 0.0650 0.0850
4.1.3 Features: The Company will waive the Customer‟s monthly recurring charges for MCI Perspective
Plus for the following services: IXPLUS, VNET and VISION.
4.1.4 On-Net Videoconferencing: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will be charged the
following fixed per-minute per-site: (i) Port Usage charges; and, (ii) Dial-Out Transport charges per
increment of 2 channel 112/128 kbps, for domestic On-Net Videoconferencing usage:
Usage Charges Rate
Port $0.8528
Transport 0.1411
4.1.4.1 International On-Net Videoconferencing: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the
Customer will be charged a fixed $0.2667 per-minute per-site rate for Dial-Out Transport
charges per increment of 2 channel 112/128 kbps for international On-Net
Videoconferencing usage terminating in Australia, Hong Kong, Japan and Singapore.
In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will be charged a fixed $0.1429 per-
minute per-site rate for Dial-Out Transport charges per increment of 2 channel 112/128
kbps for international On-Net Videoconferencing usage terminating in the United Kingdom.
In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will be charged a fixed $0.40 per-
minute per-site rate for Dial-Out Transport charges per increment of 2 channel 112/128
kbps for international On-Net Videoconferencing usage terminating in Canada, Mexico and
Puerto Rico.
In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will be charged a fixed $0.40 per-
minute per-site rate for Dial-Out Transport charges per increment of 2 channel 112/128
kbps for international On-Net Videoconferencing usage terminating in Austria, Belgium,
Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands,
Norway, Portugal, Spain, Sweden and Switzerland.
In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will be charged a fixed $0.40 per-
minute per-site rate for Dial-Out Transport charges per increment of 2 channel 112/128
kbps for international On-Net Videoconferencing usage terminating in China, Indonesia,
Korea, Republic of, Malaysia, New Zealand, Philippines and Taiwan.
In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will be charged a fixed $4.00 per-
minute per-site rate for Dial-Out Transport charges per increment of 2 channel 112/128
kbps for international On-Net Videoconferencing usage terminating in Antigua, Argentina,
Bahamas, Bahrain, Barbados, Bermuda, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Croatia,
Cyprus, Czech Republic, Dominican Republic, Guadeloupe, Guam, Hungary, Iceland,
India, Israel, Jamaica, Jordan, Liechtenstein, Monaco, Pakistan, Peru, Poland, Qatar,
Russia, San Marino, Senegal, Slovenia, South Africa, St. Lucia, Thailand,
Trinidad/Tobago, United Arab Emirates, Ukraine, Uruguay, Vatican City and Vietnam.
4.1.5 Switched Data Service: The Customer will be charged the following fixed per-minute rates for
domestic On-Net Outbound Switched Data Service usage per increment of 64 kbps, based on
origination and termination type:
Origination Termination Rate
Local Network Connection Local Network Connection $0.0285
Local Network Connection Dedicated 0.0285
Local Network Connection Switched 0.0285
Dedicated Local Network Connection 0.0285
Dedicated Dedicated 0.0285
Dedicated Switched 0.0385
Switched Local Network Connection 0.0285
Switched Dedicated 0.0385
Switched Switched 0.0695
4.1.6 Toll Free Digital Service: The Customer will be charged the following fixed per-minute rates for
domestic On-Net Inbound Toll Free Digital Service usage per increment of 64 kbps, based on
origination and termination type:
Origination Termination Rate
Local Network Connection Local Network Connection $0.0285
Local Network Connection Dedicated 0.0285
Local Network Connection Switched 0.0285
Switched Local Network Connection 0.0285
Switched Dedicated 0.0385
Switched Switched 0.0695
4.2 audioconferencing: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will be charged the following fixed
rates per minute per bridge port (including set-up fees), for domestic audioconferencing usage, based on
method:
Method Rate
Premier Dial-Out Access $0.2500
Premier MCI Toll Free Meet-Me Access 0.2100
Premier Toll Meet-Me Access 0.2025
Standard Dial-Out Access 0.1900
Standard MCI Toll Free Meet-Me Access 0.1500
Standard Toll Meet-Me Access 0.1200
Unattended Toll Free Meet-Me Access 0.0600
Unattended Toll Meet-Me Access 0.0550
Instant Meeting Dial-Out 0.0600
Instant Meeting Toll Free Meet-Me 0.0600
Instant Meeting Toll Meet-Me 0.0550
4.2.1 International audioconferencing: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will be
charged the following fixed rates per minute per bridge port (including set-up fees), for international
audioconferencing usage originating in the U.S. Mainland, Alaska, Hawaii and the U.S. Virgin Islands
and terminating in Canada, and originating in Canada and terminating in the U.S. Mainland, Alaska,
Hawaii and the U.S. Virgin Islands, based on method:
Method Rate
Premier Dial-Out Access $0.26
Premier MCI Toll Free Meet-Me Access 0.22
Standard Dial-Out Access 0.20
Standard MCI Toll Free Meet-Me Access 0.16
Unattended Toll Free Meet-Me Access 0.07
Instant Meeting Toll Free Meet-Me 0.07
4.2.2 Net Conferencing: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will be charged a fixed
$0.21 per-minute per-participant for Net Conferencing usage and a fixed $0.27 per-minute per-
participant for Net Conferencing Secure Sockets Layer.
4.2.2.1 Reserved Net Conferencing Option PW: The Customer will be charged the following fixed
monthly recurring charges for Option PW, based on the number of seats provided under
the option and whether the Customer subscribes to SSL for the service.
Call Type/Charge
Reserved Seats Without SSL With SSL
5 – 10 $149 $189
11 – 50 112 149
51 – 150 102 135
151+ 94 120
The Customer will be charged a fixed $7.50 overage charge (per each 15 minute
increment) for each seat that exceeds the number of seats to which the Customer
subscribes.
4.2.2.2 Reserved Net Conferencing Option WX: The Customer will be charged the following fixed
monthly recurring charges for Option WX for which the Customer does not subscribe to
SSL, based on the number of seats provided under the option:
Reserved Seats Charge
5 – 25 $170
26 – 50 128
51 – 200 113
201 + 95
The Customer will be charged a fixed $7.50 overage charge (per each 15 minute
increment) for each seat that exceeds the number of seats to which the Customer
subscribes.
The Customer will be charged the following fixed monthly recurring charges for Option WX
for which the Customer subscribes to SSL, based on the number of seats provided under
the option:
Reserved Seats Charge
5 – 25 $180
26 – 50 145
51 – 200 128
201 + 120
The Customer will be charged a fixed $7.50 overage charge (per each 15 minute
increment) for each seat that exceeds the number of seats to which the Customer
subscribes.
4.2.3 Instant Replay Plus: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will be charged a fixed
$0.26 per-minute per-caller charge for toll free number access and a fixed $0.26 per-minute per-
caller charge for toll number access.
4.3 Frame Relay Service: In lieu of any other rates, the Customer will be charged the following fixed monthly
recurring port charges for domestic Frame Relay Service (Option 2), based on port speed:
Port Speed Monthly Recurring Charge
56/64 $163
128 315
256 466
384 587
512 723
768 870
1024 1,050
1536 1,211
3072 1,923
4608 2,272
6144 2,529
7680 2,878
9216 3,334
10752 3,679
12288 4,023
19800 4,437
44184 4,680
In lieu of any other rates, the Customer will be charged the following fixed monthly recurring PVC charges for
domestic Frame Relay Service (Option 2), based on Committed Information Rate (CIR):
CIR Monthly Recurring Charge
16 $12
32 22
48 31
56 39
64 40
128 73
192 110
256 147
384 219
448 255
512 305
768 414
1024 529
1536 570
3072 649
4608 973
6144 1,316
7680 1,645
9216 1,974
10752 2,303
15360 3,290
18432 3,948
21504 4,606
30720 6,329
43008 8,439
4.4 Dedicated Leased Line Service: In lieu of any other rates, the Customer will be charged the following fixed
monthly recurring domestic Dedicated Leased Line Service (Option 1 and 2) Inter-Office Channel (IOC)
charges for Voice Grade Private Line Service circuits, based on circuit mileage:
Circuit Mileage Monthly Recurring IOC Charge Per-Mile IOC Charge
0 - 9999 $375.00 $0.25
In lieu of any other rates, the Customer will be charged the following fixed monthly recurring domestic
Dedicated Leased Line Service (Option 1 and 2) Inter-Office Channel (IOC) charges for DS-0 Service circuits,
based on circuit mileage:
Circuit Mileage Monthly Recurring IOC Charge Per-Mile IOC Charge
0 - 9999 $375.00 $0.25
In lieu of any other rates, the Customer will be charged the following fixed monthly recurring domestic
Dedicated Leased Line Service (Option 1 and 2) Inter-Office Channel (IOC) charges for Digital Data Service
circuits (at 2.4, 4.8 and 9.6 kbps), based on circuit mileage:
Circuit Mileage Monthly Recurring IOC Charge Per-Mile IOC Charge
0 - 9999 $375.00 $0.25
In lieu of any other rates, the Customer will be charged the following fixed monthly recurring domestic
Dedicated Leased Line Service (Option 1 and 2) Inter-Office Channel (IOC) charges for Digital Data Service
circuits (at 56/64 kbps), based on circuit mileage:
Circuit Mileage Monthly Recurring IOC Charge Per-Mile IOC Charge
0 - 9999 $375.00 $0.25
In lieu of any other rates, the Customer will be charged the following fixed monthly recurring domestic
Dedicated Leased Line Service (Option 1 and 2) Inter-Office Channel (IOC) charges for Fractional DS-1
Service circuits, based on circuit speed (kbps) and circuit mileage:
Circuit Speed Circuit Mileage Monthly Recurring IOC Charge Per-Mile IOC Charge
56/64 0 - 9999 $600.00 $0.25
112/128 0 - 9999 600.00 0.25
168/192 0 - 9999 600.00 0.25
224/256 0 - 9999 600.00 0.25
280/320 0 - 9999 600.00 0.25
336/384 0 - 9999 600.00 0.25
392/448 0 - 9999 600.00 0.25
448/512 0 - 9999 600.00 0.25
504/576 0 - 9999 600.00 0.25
560/640 0 - 9999 600.00 0.37
616/704 0 - 9999 600.00 0.39
672/768 0 - 9999 600.00 0.41
728/832 0 - 9999 600.00 0.44
784/896 0 - 9999 600.00 0.46
840/960 0 - 9999 600.00 0.49
896/1024 0 - 9999 600.00 0.52
952/1088 0 - 9999 600.00 0.55
1008/1152 0 - 9999 600.00 0.58
1064/1216 0 - 9999 600.00 0.61
1120/1280 0 - 9999 600.00 0.64
1176/1344 0 - 9999 600.00 0.68
1232/1408 0 - 9999 600.00 0.72
1288/1472 0 - 9999 600.00 0.76
1344/1536 0 - 9999 600.00 0.80
In lieu of any other rates, the Customer will be charged the following fixed monthly recurring domestic
Dedicated Leased Line Service (Option 1 and 2) Inter-Office Channel (IOC) charges for DS-1 Service circuits,
based on circuit mileage:
Circuit Mileage Monthly Recurring IOC Charge Per-Mile IOC Charge
0 - 9999 $600.00 $0.85
In lieu of any other rates, the Customer will be charged the following fixed monthly recurring domestic
Dedicated Leased Line Service (Option 1 and 2) Inter-Office Channel (IOC) charges for DS-3 Service circuits,
based on circuit mileage:
Circuit Mileage Monthly Recurring IOC Charge Per-Mile IOC Charge
0 – 100 $2,400.00 $10.00
101 – 499 2,700.00 7.00
500 – 9999 3,200.00 7.00
In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will be charged the following fixed monthly recurring
domestic Dedicated Leased Line Service (Option 1 and 2) Inter-Office Channel (IOC) charges for OC-3 Service
circuits, based on circuit mileage:
Circuit Mileage Monthly Recurring IOC Charge Per-Mile IOC Charge
0 - 9999 $8,100.00 $18.90
In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will be charged the following fixed monthly recurring
domestic Dedicated Leased Line Service (Option 1 and 2) Inter-Office Channel (IOC) charges for OC-12
Service circuits, based on circuit mileage:
Circuit Mileage Monthly Recurring IOC Charge Per-Mile IOC Charge
0 - 9999 $32,400.00 $68.00
In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will be charged the following fixed monthly recurring
domestic Dedicated Leased Line Service (Option 1 and 2) Inter-Office Channel (IOC) charges for OC-48
Service circuits, based on circuit mileage:
Circuit Mileage Monthly Recurring IOC Charge Per-Mile IOC Charge
0 - 9999 $129,600.00 $245.00
In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will be charged the following fixed monthly recurring
domestic Dedicated Leased Line Service (Option 1) Inter-Office Channel (IOC) charges for DS-3 Service
circuits between two locations mutually agreed upon between the Company and the Customer, based on
NPA/NXX:
Location A Location B Monthly Recurring IOC Charge
212-324 630-944 $4,912
650-316 630-944 12,324
213-488 630-944 11,479
213-270 630-944 12,000
In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will be charged the following fixed monthly recurring
domestic Dedicated Leased Line Service (Option 1) Inter-Office Channel (IOC) charges for OC-3 Service
circuits between two locations mutually agreed upon between the Company and the Customer, based on
NPA/NXX:
Location A Location B Monthly Recurring IOC Charge
212-324 630-944 $8,842
650-316 630-944 22,184
213-488 630-944 20,841
213-270 630-944 22,000
In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will be charged the following fixed monthly recurring
domestic Dedicated Leased Line Service (Option 1) Inter-Office Channel (IOC) charges for OC-12 Service
circuits between two locations mutually agreed upon between the Company and the Customer, based on
NPA/NXX:
Location A Location B Monthly Recurring IOC Charge
212-324 630-944 $36,550
650-316 630-944 91,700
4.5 Access: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will be charged the following fixed per-circuit
monthly recurring local loop charge and installation charge for DS-3 Access circuits at NPA/NXX 630-944 and
213-448.
Monthly Recurring Local Loop Charge* Installation Charge*
$1,000 $0
In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will be charged the following fixed per-circuit monthly
recurring local loop charge and installation charge for OC-3 Access circuits at NPA/NXX 630-944 and 213-448.
Monthly Recurring Local Loop Charge* Installation Charge*
$2,000 $0
In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will be charged the following fixed per-circuit monthly
recurring local loop charge and installation charge for OC-12 Access circuits at NPA/NXX 630-944.
Monthly Recurring Local Loop Charge* Installation Charge*
$5,000 $0
In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will be charged the following fixed per-circuit monthly
recurring local loop charge and installation charge for DS-3 Access circuits at NPA/NXX 212-324.
Monthly Recurring Local Loop Charge** Installation Charge**
$0 $0
In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will be charged the following fixed per-circuit monthly
recurring local loop charge and installation charge for OC-3 Access circuits at NPA/NXX 212-324.
Monthly Recurring Local Loop Charge** Installation Charge**
$300 $0
In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will be charged the following fixed per-circuit monthly
recurring local loop charge and installation charge for OC-12 Access circuits at NPA/NXX 212-324.
Monthly Recurring Local Loop Charge** Installation Charge**
$500 $0
*Pricing is for a Company Lit Building only.
**Certain restrictions apply.
5. Volume Discounts:
5.1 Vnet: Vnet is not available under this option.
5.2 MCI 800 Service: MCI 800 Service is not available under this option.
5.3 SCA Discount: Customers enrolled in this option are not eligible for SCA discounts.
5.4 Dedicated Leased Line Service Discounts: The provisions of SCA Type 1 do not apply.
The Customer will receive the following discounts on the Customer‟s monthly recurring domestic Dedicated
Leased Line Service (Option 1 and 2) Inter-Office Channel charges set forth in Section 4.4, based on service
type:
Service Type Discount
Digital Data Service 30%
DS-0 Service 30
DS-1 Service 30
DS-3 Service 35
Fractional DS-1 Service 35
Voice Grade Private Line Service 30
5.4.1 Access: The Customer will receive a 25 percent discount on the Customer‟s monthly recurring local
loop charges for DS-0 (Hubless) Access circuits.
5.5 Charges Not Eligible for Discounts: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply.
5.6 On-Net Voice Services: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will be charged the per-minute
rates set forth in Section 4.1 for domestic On-Net Outbound Voice Service and On-Net Card usage and the
per-minute rates set forth in Section 4.1.1 for domestic On-Net Inbound Voice Service usage.
5.6.1 International Service: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will be charged the per-
minute rates set forth in Section 4.1.2 for international On-Net Outbound Voice Service and On-Net
Card usage terminating in the locations set forth in Section 4.1.2. In lieu of any other rates and
discounts, the Customer will be charged the standard SCA Guide Type 16 rates for international On-
Net Outbound Voice Service and On-Net Card usage, excluding usage terminating in the locations
set forth in Section 4.1.2.
5.7 Frame Relay Service: The Customer will receive a 50 percent discount on the Customer‟s monthly recurring
domestic Frame Relay Service (Option 2) port and PVC charges set forth in Section 4.3.
5.8 audioconferencing: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will receive a 20 percent discount on
standard Guide rates for international audioconferencing Dial-Out usage.
6. Classifications, Practices and Regulations:
6.1 Underutilization: If during any annual period of the term of service the Customer fails to satisfy the MVR, the
Customer will be billed and required to pay an underutilization charge equal to 60 percent of the difference
between the Customer‟s actual usage during that annual period and the MVR, or a pro rata portion thereof for
any partial annual period.
6.2 Termination with Liability: If the Customer terminates service under this option prior to the expiration of the term
of service, the Customer will be billed and required to: (i) repay a pro rata portion of all credits received under
this option; and, (ii) pay an early termination charge equal to 25 percent of the MVR for each annual period
remaining in the term of service, or a pro rata portion thereof for any partial annual period.
6.3 Non-Recurring Credits: The Company will waive the one-time installation and other non-recurring standard
charges associated with the implementation of domestic Company service under this option.
The Customer will receive a $65,000 credit applied against the Customer‟s Company service charges.
The Customer will receive a $65,000 credit applied against the Customer‟s Company service charges after
Month 6 of the term of service.
6.4 Payment Arrangements: The Customer must pay for Company service within 30 days of the date of the
Company‟s invoice.
6.5 Guide Rates: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply.
6.6 Other Requirements: In order to be eligible to receive Company service under this option, the Customer must
satisfy the following requirement at the time of option enrollment:
The Customer must be an existing customer of the Company during the 5-year period immediately
preceding option enrollment.
6.7 Termination Without Liability: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply.
6.8 Successors and Assigns: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply, except the Company may not assign this
option, except to an affiliate or successor, without the prior written consent of the Customer, and the Customer
may assign this option to an affiliate or successor without the prior written consent of the Company.
6.9 Recurring Credits: The Customer will receive a monthly recurring credit against domestic, interstate charges in
an amount equal to 10 percent of the standard tariffed MBS 1 rates in effect for the Customer's intrastate On-
Net Outbound Service and Inbound Service usage.
Beginning in Month 13 of the term of service, the Customer will receive a $900 credit applied against the
Customer‟s Company service charges in the last monthly billing period of each annual period of the term of
service.
6.10 Promotions: The Customer is eligible for the On the Network 2 Lit Building Access Promotion. Standard Guide
terms and conditions apply.
7. Availability: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply.
OPTION NO. 4149
1. Term and Renewal Options: The term of service is 24 months.
2. Description of Service: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply. In addition, for purposes of this option, Company service
usage associated with other products of the Company and its affiliates will be used to ascertain whether the MVR under
Section 3 is satisfied. For purposes of Section 3, “Company service usage” shall be expressed in U.S. dollars.
3. Minimum Volume Requirement: The Customer's Company service usage must equal or exceed $12,000 during each
annual period of the term of service (MVR).
4. Rates and Charges: Unless otherwise specified as “fixed”, the rates and charges in this option may be adjusted
periodically during the term of service.
4.1 On-Net Videoconferencing: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will be charged the following
fixed per-minute per-site: (i) Port Usage charges; and, (ii) Dial-Out Transport charges per increment of 2
channel 112/128 kbps, for domestic On-Net Videoconferencing usage:
Usage Charges Rate
Port $0.9000
Transport 0.3275
4.1.1 International On-Net Videoconferencing: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will
be charged a fixed $0.3625 per-minute per-site rate for Dial-Out Transport charges per increment of
2 channel 112/128 kbps for international On-Net Videoconferencing usage terminating in Australia,
Hong Kong, Japan and Singapore.
In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will be charged a fixed $0.3325 per-minute
per-site rate for Dial-Out Transport charges per increment of 2 channel 112/128 kbps for international
On-Net Videoconferencing usage terminating in the United Kingdom.
In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will be charged a fixed $0.40 per-minute per-
site rate for Dial-Out Transport charges per increment of 2 channel 112/128 kbps for international
On-Net Videoconferencing usage terminating in Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico.
In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will be charged a fixed $0.40 per-minute per-
site rate for Dial-Out Transport charges per increment of 2 channel 112/128 kbps for international
On-Net Videoconferencing usage terminating in Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France,
Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Spain, Sweden and
Switzerland.
In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will be charged a fixed $0.40 per-minute per-
site rate for Dial-Out Transport charges per increment of 2 channel 112/128 kbps for international
On-Net Videoconferencing usage terminating in China, Indonesia, Korea, Republic of, Malaysia, New
Zealand, Philippines and Taiwan.
In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will be charged a fixed $4.00 per-minute per-
site rate for Dial-Out Transport charges per increment of 2 channel 112/128 kbps for international
On-Net Videoconferencing usage terminating in Antigua, Argentina, Bahamas, Bahrain, Barbados,
Bermuda, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Dominican
Republic, Guadeloupe, Guam, Hungary, Iceland, India, Israel, Jamaica, Jordan, Liechtenstein,
Monaco, Pakistan, Peru, Poland, Qatar, Russia, San Marino, Senegal, Slovenia, South Africa, St.
Lucia, Thailand, Trinidad/Tobago, United Arab Emirates, Ukraine, Uruguay, Vatican City and
Vietnam.
4.2 audioconferencing: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will be charged the following fixed
rates per minute per bridge port (including set-up fees), for domestic audioconferencing usage, based on
method:
Method Rate
Premier Dial-Out Access $0.4025
Premier MCI Toll Free Meet-Me Access 0.3250
Premier Toll Meet-Me Access 0.2900
Standard Dial-Out Access 0.2475
Standard MCI Toll Free Meet-Me Access 0.2225
Standard Toll Meet-Me Access 0.1900
Unattended Toll Free Meet-Me Access 0.1150
Unattended Toll Meet-Me Access 0.0850
Instant Meeting Dial-Out 0.1150
Instant Meeting Toll Free Meet-Me 0.1150
Instant Meeting Toll Meet-Me 0.0850
4.2.1 International audioconferencing: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will be
charged the following fixed rates per minute per bridge port (including set-up fees), for international
audioconferencing usage originating in the U.S. Mainland, Alaska, Hawaii and the U.S. Virgin Islands
and terminating in Canada, and originating in Canada and terminating in the U.S. Mainland, Alaska,
Hawaii and the U.S. Virgin Islands, based on method:
Method Rate
Premier Dial-Out Access $0.43
Premier MCI Toll Free Meet-Me Access 0.33
Standard Dial-Out Access 0.28
Standard MCI Toll Free Meet-Me Access 0.23
Unattended Toll Free Meet-Me Access 0.13
Instant Meeting Dial-Out 0.13
Instant Meeting Toll Free Meet-Me 0.13
4.2.2 Net Conferencing: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will be charged a fixed
$0.2625 per-minute per-participant for Net Conferencing usage and a fixed $0.3700 per-minute per-
participant for Net Conferencing Secure Sockets Layer.
4.2.3 Instant Replay Plus: In lieu of any other rates and discounts, the Customer will be charged a fixed
$0.35 per-minute per-caller charge for toll free number access and a fixed $0.35 per-minute per-
caller charge for toll number access.
5. Volume Discounts:
5.1 Vnet: Vnet is not available under this option.
5.2 MCI 800 Service: MCI 800 Service is not available under this option.
5.3 SCA Discount: Customers enrolled in this option are not eligible for SCA discounts.
5.4 Dedicated Leased Line Service Discounts: The provisions of SCA Type 1 do not apply.
5.5 Charges Not Eligible for Discounts: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply.
5.6 On-Net Voice Services: On-Net Outbound Voice Service, On-Net Inbound Voice Service and On-Net Card
Service are available under this option at standard Guide rates and discounts.
6. Classifications, Practices and Regulations:
6.1 Underutilization: If during any annual period of the term of service the Customer fails to satisfy the MVR, the
Customer will be billed and required to pay an underutilization charge equal to the difference between the
Customer‟s actual usage during that annual period and the MVR, or a pro rata portion thereof for any partial
annual period.
6.2 Termination with Liability: If the Customer terminates service under this option prior to the expiration of the term
of service, the Customer will be billed and required to: (i) repay a pro rata portion of all credits received under
this option; and, (ii) pay an early termination charge equal to all of the MVR for each annual period remaining in
the term of service, or a pro rata portion thereof for any partial annual period.
6.3 Non-Recurring Credits: The provisions of SCA Type 1 do not apply.
6.4 Payment Arrangements: The Customer must pay for Company service within 30 days of the date of the
Company‟s invoice.
6.5 Guide Rates: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply.
6.6 Termination Without Liability: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply.
6.7 Successors and Assigns: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply, except the Company may not assign this
option, except to an affiliate or successor, without the prior written consent of the Customer, and the Customer
may assign this option to an affiliate or successor without the prior written consent of the Company.
7. Availability: The provisions of SCA Type 1 apply.
Jun.-04
OPTION NO. 4150 (rev. Mar 11, Amendment 16)
Initial Term: 24 months
Commencing on the 12th Amendment Effective Date, the Term will start anew and continue for a period of 24 months.
Upon expiration of the Term, the Agreement will be automatically extended on a month-to-month basis unless either party
terminates the Agreement upon at least sixty (60) days written notice prior to the end of the Initial Term (“Extended Term”). During
the Extended Term, either party may terminate the Agreement upon at least sixty (60) days prior written notice.
Minimum Annual Volume Commitment: Customer agrees to pay Company no less than $775,000 in Total Service Charges during
each contract year.
Commencing on the 9th Amendment Effective Date and for the remainder of the Term, Customer‟s new AVC will be $1,500,000 in
Total Service Charges, or a pro rata portion thereof for any partial contract year.
Commencing on the 12th Amendment Effective Date and for the remainder of the Term, Customer‟s new AVC will be $900,000 in
Total Service Charges, or a pro rata portion thereof for any partial contract year.
Extended Term Monthly Minimum: During each monthly billing period of the Extended Term, Customer‟s Total Service Charges
must equal or exceed one-twelfth (1/12) of the AVC.
“Total Service Charges” shall mean all charges, after application of all discounts and credits, incurred by Customer for Services
provided under the Agreement, specifically excluding: (a) taxes, tax-like charges and tax-related surcharges; (b) charges for
equipment and data center services (unless otherwise expressly stated herein); (c) charges incurred for goods or services where
Company or Company affiliate acts as agent for Customer in its acquisition of goods or services; (d) non-recurring charges; (e)
Governmental Charges; (f) International pass-through access charges (i.e., Type 3/PTT) and charges for international access
provided by Company (i.e., Type 1); and (g) other charges expressly excluded by the Agreement.
Rates and Charges:
Voice Services: The Customer will pay fixed per-minute rates ranging from $0.0172 to $0.4900 for the following Voice
Services:
Domestic Voice Service: Domestic Outbound Voice Service, including Calling Card and Domestic Inbound
Voice Service based on origination and termination type.
International Outbound Voice Service: International Outbound Voice Service terminating in the following
locations: Italy, the United Kingdom, the United Arab Emigrate, South Korea, Japan, Hong Kong, France, Chili,
Germany and Spain.
International Inbound Voice Service: International Inbound Voice Service usage originating in the following
location: Italy, the United Kingdom, South Korea, Japan, and Hong Kong.
Domestic Enhanced Call Routing: Domestic Platform Charges (beginning when the ECR system answers the
call and ending when the call is released to Customer‟s service location) and Domestic and International
transport charges.
In lieu of any other rates and discounts, Customer will pay a fixed per-call rate ranging from $0.0100 of $0.1000 for the
following Voice Services:
Domestic Card Per-Call Surcharge
ECR Feature Charges: Per-call feature charges for the following features:
Menu Routing
Message Announcement
Standard Database Routing
Database Routing (Standard, Network & Host Connect)
Busy/No Answer Re-routing (B/NAR)
Caller Takeback
TNT (Includes Caller Takeback)
Automated Speech Recognition
Full SIP Transfer
Called Party Give Back
Caller Survey
Note: The prices for Database Routing (Standard, Network & Host Connect), Automated Speech
Recognition, Full SIP Transfer, Called Party Give Back and Caller Survey are not applicable.
Data Services:
Access:
The Customer will pay a fixed monthly recurring per-circuit local loop charge of $218 for DS-1 Access circuits.
The Customer will pay a fixed monthly recurring per-circuit local loop charge of $1,320 and a non-recurring
charge of $0 for DS-3 Access service at 1 NPA/NXX mutually agreed to by Customer and Company.
Discounts:
Voice Services: The Customer will receive a discount equal to 10% for the following Voice Services:
International Outbound Voice Service, Including International Calling Card Service: Standard VBSII Guide rates
for US originating International Outbound Voice Service.
International Toll Free Voice Service: Standard VBSII Guide rates for International Toll Free Voice Service.
Data Services: The Customer will receive discounts ranging from 30% to 55% for the following Data Services:
Access: Standard VBSII Guide local loop charges for DS-0 and DS-3 Access Service.
Private Line Service: Standard VBSII Guide Inter-Office Channel Charges and Per-Mile charges for TDS 1.5,
TDS45, Frac T1.
Frame Relay Service: Standard VBSII Guide monthly recurring port and PVC charges for domestic and
international Frame Relay Service
Classifications, Practices and Regulations:
Underutilization Charges: If, in any contract year during the Term, the Customer‟s Total Service Charges do not meet or
exceed the AVC, then Customer shall pay (a) all accrued but unpaid charges incurred under the agreement and (b) an
“Underutilization Charge” in an amount equal to 25% of the difference between the AVC and the Customer‟s Total
Service Charges during such contract year.
Extended Term Monthly Minimum: If. during any month of the Extended Term, Customer fails to satisfy the
Extended Term Monthly Minimum, then Customer shall pay: (a) all accrued but unpaid usage and other
charges incurred under the Agreement, and (b) an “Underutilization Charge” equal to 25% of the difference
between Customer‟s Total Service Charges during such month and the Extended Term Monthly Minimum.
Early Termination Charges: If: (a) the Customer terminates the Agreement before the end of the Term for reasons other
than for Cause or (b) the Company terminates the Agreement for Cause, then the Customer will pay, within 30 days after
such termination: (i) all accrued but unpaid charges incurred through the date of such termination, plus (ii) an amount
equal to 25% of the unsatisfied AVC remaining during the year of termination, and for each subsequent annual period
remaining in the Term, plus (iii) a pro rata portion of any and all credits received by the Customer.
Credits:
The Customer will receive 2 credits each equal to $4,167 applied against the Customer‟s Company service usage in
Months 1 and 13 of the Term. If Customer elects the Extension term, a $4,167 credit will be applied in month 25.
Provided that Customer executes and delivers the Agreement to the Company no later than an agreed upon date,
Customer shall receive 2 credits equal to $10,000, which will be applied against Customer's Interstate Total Service
Charges.
Achievement Credits: If during any contract year, Customer's annual Total Service Charges equal one of the levels
below, Customer shall receive the corresponding Achievement Credits. The Achievement Credit will be applied against
Customer's designated Total Service Charges incurred for Interstate and International services and any other services
mutually agreeable by the Company and Customer.
Annual Total Service Charges Achievement Credit
$1,080,0000 $27,000.00
Checkbook Credits: The Customer will receive 2 checkbook Promotion Credits one credit equal to $90,000 and one
credit equal to $10,000. Customer acknowledges that posting of these credits will satisfy the Company‟s obligations
under the Checkbook Promotion provision.
Billing Adjustment Credit: The Customer will receive a $50,000 credit applied in Month 3 following the Ninth Amendment
Effective Date to compensate Customer for the difference between standard rates invoiced during the Month 1 billing
period and the rates and discounts set forth in the Ninth Amendment.
Waivers:
AC/COC Waiver: Company agrees to waive all Access Coordination and/or Central Office Connection charges
associated with all circuits provided.
The Company will waive the one-time installation and other non-recurring standard charges associated with the
implementation of domestic Company service under this option.
Company will waive the one-time installation charges for the Services identified below, an related local loop service,
provided by Company within the 48 contiguous US States under the Agreement. Customer will receive this promotional
waiver benefit on any eligible service provided under this promotion during the Term of the service agreement of which it
is a part. Usage charges, monthly recurring charges, expedite charges, change charges, surcharges, any charges
imposed by third parties (including access, egress, jack, or wiring charges), taxes or tax-like surcharges, or other
Governmental Charges will not be waived.
Eligible Products:
- ATM (Domestic)
- Digital T1 Access
- Frame Relay (Domestic)
- Internet NxT1 Ports
- Internet T1 Ports
- Internet T3 Ports
- Internet Dedicated NxT1 Ports
- Private IP
- U.S. Private Line
Minimum Term: Company will waive the “one-year service commitment” as stated in the Early Termination section of the
Agreement.
Payment Arrangements: The Customer must pay for Company service within 30 days of the date of the Company‟s invoice.
Other Requirements: In order to be eligible to receive Company service under this option, the Customer must satisfy the following
requirements at the time of option enrollment:
The Customer must be an existing Customer of the Company with an annual volume commitment of $1,320,000
each year.
Lenscrafters, Inc., Sunglass Hut International, Inc., Retail Brand Alliance, Inc., and Avant-Garde Optics LLC shared
in a previous 3 year agreement with an AVC of $4.4M.
The Customer currently bills at least $7,500 each month in Internet Services with the Company.
At least 100 customer locations currently utilize the Company‟s services.
Monitoring Conditions: In order to be eligible to receive Company service under this option, the Customer must satisfy the following
conditions during each annual period of the Term:
No more than 25 percent of the Customer‟s domestic Frame Relay service network will be at 128 kbps. If Customer
fails to satisfy this condition during any annual period, then the Company reserves the right to bill Customer a $150
charge for each site above the threshold set forth herein.
Promotions: The Customer is eligible for the following promotions as set forth in the Guide:
On the Network V Lit Building Access Promotion