BEAD Reset: Fixed Wireless Enters the Fast Lane
With new rules emphasizing speed, simplicity, and cost-efficiency, Mimosa is uniquely positioned to help states deploy broadband—quickly and affordably.
The U.S. Commerce Department just redefined the rules of the road for broadband deployment—and it’s a win for speed, flexibility, and innovation.
On June 6, updated guidance for the $42 billion BEAD program officially removed fiber's front-runner status. The program is now technology neutral, opening the door for any solution that can reliably deliver 100/20 Mbps broadband—and do it cost-effectively. [Reference Light Reading: https://www.lightreading.com/broadband/new-bead-rules-send-states-back-to-drawing-board].
For Mimosa and our customers, that’s a green light.
A New Era for BEAD—and for Broadband
The revised rules shift the focus from one-size-fits-all infrastructure to what works best for the community:
- Lowest-cost qualified bids are now the default selection criteria.
- Speed to deployment becomes a key tiebreaker.
- Unlicensed fixed wireless access is officially eligible—and already counted as “served” in state maps.
- States now have just 90 days to reset their proposals and rethink deployment strategies. That means there’s no time to waste—and no room for complexity.
Connectivity, Simplified
At Mimosa, we believe broadband shouldn’t be difficult to deliver—or difficult to afford. That’s why our portfolio is designed around one powerful idea: Connectivity, Simplified.
With a streamlined lineup, flexible deployment options, and a proven global track record, Mimosa solutions offer the performance states need, with the agility BEAD now rewards. Whether you’re building a new network or extending coverage into unserved areas, we help you move fast—with fewer hurdles and lower total cost.
We don’t just check the box on BEAD’s new requirements—we make them achievable.
Built to Connect
The digital divide isn’t going to close itself. With the clock ticking on BEAD’s reset, providers need partners who are ready to go. Mimosa is here to help you act quickly, deploy efficiently, and deliver broadband where it’s needed most.
We’re not just ready for what’s next—we’ve been built for it.