Welcome to the National Content and Technology Cooperative, better known as NCTC! Joining is easy and below are just some of the benefits we offer.

 

What is NCTC?

NCTC represents almost 700 independent cable, telecommunications, and broadband operators across the U.S. in programming and technology acquisition. NCTC is actively engaged in helping network providers and suppliers evolve their business models to deploy new video/data solutions to match the changes in the media landscape. We negotiate agreements in areas such as:

  • Internet Software and Access (Broadband Solutions)
  • Equipment and Services (Group Purchasing)
  • Advanced Video Technology and Platforms (Video Solutions)
  • Linear Video Content (Programming)
  • MVNO Services

NCTC Membership Benefits

Stronger Together, our members reach about one-third of the households in the United States– which gives us substantial buying power! Our goal is to help members save money and create new revenue streams. NCTC benefits abound through our programming, group purchasing, video solutions, and broadband solutions teams.  Plus, companies can take advantage of our member-only online store, Marketplace, to easily and efficiently order from multiple partners seamlessly.

Take advantage of the NCTC programs below and much more!
Connectivity Solutions

Network Broadband Solutions such as IP Transit & Transport and CDN capabilities; Consumer Broadband Solutions, including Managed Wi-Fi; and our proprietary network wholesale buying and selling platform, Connectivity Exchange.

Education & Events

Members can take part in a variety of educational and networking opportunities throughout the year. From our ever-changing array of informational webinars to our large-scale conferences — there’s lots of ways to learn and connect.

Group Purchasing

The collective buying power of co-op members results in savings and increases business efficiencies. Our in-house procurement experts designed our online store, Marketplace, to bring members value daily.

Video Solutions

We negotiate master agreements with more than 200 networks. Plus, NCTC members enjoy streaming solutions including FAST channels, over-the-top content, and subscription video on demand.

NCTC Capabilities

Apply below to join NCTC and discover the “stronger together” difference today!

NCTC has products and services to help you grow your business, remain competitive, and ultimately keep up with customer demand. We take on a lot of the operational work, so you don’t have to!

Click “Become a Member” or “Become a Partner” below to learn more and become part of the NCTC community.

Application Review Process

Before completing your membership application, please take a few minutes to click on each header below to learn more about our application review process, membership factors, costs and other important details. When you are ready to start your online membership application, click on the link below.

There is a non-refundable $1,000 application fee due upon submission. Please submit the fee to NCTC (9401 Indian Creek Parkway Suite 500, Overland Park, KS 66210) when the completed application is submitted. NCTC will not begin the review until the application fee is received.

Who Can Become A Member?

Eligibility

Eligibility is based on a company meeting NCTC’s definition of a facilities-based provider that delivers last-mile video and/or broadband services to consumers or businesses via the applicant’s terrestrial network to support the telecommunications services industry.

Companies potentially eligible for NCTC membership include:

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Electric Cooperatives

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ISPs

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Regional Fiber Networks

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Municipalities

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WISPs

Not Eligible for Membership

NCTC is not currently accepting applications from OTT providers, satellite video or broadband providers, pure WISPs, or wireless voice and data service providers.

Evaluating Membership

Our bylaws require us to evaluate applicants based on several criteria, including financial responsibility, technical ability/experience, adequate facilities, compliance with our current agreements and other items. Questions in the application provide the minimal information to evaluate the applicant’s ability to meet the eligibility requirements.

Evaluations are completed by an internal team of finance, legal and technology experts and all materials provided as part of the application are treated as confidential information and not shared with anyone outside NCTC.

NCTC Membership Types

Content Affiliate

Applicants are currently or intend to offer linear video services and are applying intending to participate in all master agreements NCTC negotiates including:

  • Programming networks for linear and “Over the Top” video content access.
  • Supplier and vendor agreement for discounted pricing on products and services.
  • Carrier contracts for competitive rates on IP transit and transport (point to point), managed Wi-Fi and smart home services.
  • MVNO agreement to provide your customers mobile phone services.
  • Ability to earn revenues through the sale of your company’s circuits via the Connectivity Exchange.
  • Access to NCTC’s The Independent Show, Winter Education Conference and regional meetings.

Technology Affiliates

Applicants that do not currently nor intend to offer linear video services and are applying intending to participate in the other master agreements NCTC negotiates including:

  • With streaming content providers (currently including Cheddar, Curiosity Stream, TiVo, FuboTV, Hopster, Hulu, Vu-IT, and Zone TV).
  • With suppliers and vendors for discounted pricing on products and services.
  • With carriers for competitive rates on IP transit and transport (point to point), managed Wi-Fi and smart home services.
  • MVNO agreement to provide your customers mobile phone services.
  • Ability to earn revenues through the sale of your company’s circuits via the Connectivity Exchange.
  • Access to NCTC’s The Independent Show, Winter Education Conference and regional meetings.

Connected Supplier Partnership Program

Our Connected Supplier Partnership Program is designed to serve members and support suppliers because we are all STRONGER TOGETHER! We are committed to serving as a consistent link between members and supplier partners, offering education, innovation, speed to market, operational efficiencies and value — so we all grow together.

This program comprises three different supplier partner levels: Premier Partner, Preferred Partner and Approved Partner. Each level has specific benefits that will help expand your reach within the NCTC and our members.

From customized go-to-market strategies to lead generation, we have a program that is right for you! If you are interested in moving up to the next level or have questions, please reach out to your main NCTC contact or email: nctcpartnerships@nctconline.org.