FCC Updates Broadcast Incentive Auction File Formats for Forward Auction Clock Phase, Including File Formats for Bid Upload Feature for All Rounds

The Wireless Telecommunications Bureau updates specifications for Auction System data file formats and provides a new set of sample data files for the clock phase of the broadcast incentive auction’s forward auction (Auction 1002). Of particular note, the updates include the specifications for data file formats and sample data files that will enable bidders to use the Auction System’s bid upload feature in all rounds of the auction. Other minor modifications have been made to the supporting text and file specifications. A complete description of all modifications is included in the updated specifications.