The North American Portability Management telecom consortium said Thursday it’s...
The North American Portability Management telecom consortium said Thursday it’s officially seeking proposals for selection of the region’s next Local Number Portability Administrator (LNPA). Neustar, the current LNPA, said it was pleased the selection process has begun and “applauds the…
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efforts of the industry, North American Numbering Council and the FCC’s Wireline Competition Bureau for their careful consideration of the public comments and for the final RFP.” Neustar said it particularly supports “the RFP’s strong neutrality requirements and the fact that there is no requirement to submit untested regional-based models. We believe the RFP will generate proposals that are in the best interest of the industry and consumers.” Steve Edwards, Neustar senior vice president-carrier services, said Neustar is confident its “proven track record over the last 15 years will speak for itself.” LNPA proposals are due by April 5, with the final selection expected by Aug. 5 and FCC approval of the pick expected by Sept. 20. The new LNPA contract will go into effect in July 2015, Neustar said.