Submit RAL Correction to Change Invoicing Method
Hello E-Rate Community,
With the FY2026 Form 471, this is the first time we’ve been required to select the preferred Invoicing Method (BEAR or SPI) when creating each funding request. I’m currently receiving questions about how to correct this when the wrong method was selected. The easiest option is to submit a RAL Modification to make the correction prior to receiving the funding letter. I’ve created a quick, step-by-step guide to walk you through the process, which you can access by clicking on RAL Correction – Steps to Change Invoicing Method. Your Form 471 will then be flagged to notify the PIA reviewer that a correction is needed. If the reviewer asks if the correction is based on a ministerial or clerical error, respond with “Yes”. If there is a text box to provide additional information, simply state “A clerical error was made when selecting the Invoicing Method.”
Please let me know if you have any questions or need assistance.
Take care, and hope you have a great weekend.
Lorrie
Lorrie Germann
State E-Rate Coordinator
On behalf of the Ohio Department of Education
lorrie.germann@education.ohio.gov
www.ohio-k12.help/erate
Office: 740-223-2420
Cell: 740-253-1153