Section 11

The Authority may determine the procedures for allocating spectrum rights and, without limiting the methods which may be used, may include any one or a combination of the following methods -

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(a}

by auction;

(b}

by tender; or

(c}

by allocation for a pre-determined fee or a negotiated fee.

The procedures for allocation by auction may deal with any of the following matters -

(a}

the types of auction;

(b} advertising of auctions;

(c}

entry fees for prospective bidders;

(d}

methods of payment for spectrum rights; or

(e}

such other matters as the Authority considers appropriate;

The procedures for allocation by tender may deal with any of the following matters -

(a} the types of tender;

(b}

advertising of tenders;

(c} entry fees for prospective tenderers;

(d} the method for determining which tender is to be successful;

(e}

methods of payment for spectrum rights; or

({}

such other matters as the Authority considers appropriate;

The procedures for allocation for a pre-determined or negotiated fee may deal with any of the following matters

(a} the way in which prices are to be determined or negotiated;

(b}

advertising of proposed allocations; or

(c} such other matters as the Authority considers appropriate.

The Authority shall determine the conditions for participation in the allocation of spectrum rights.

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Allocation of spectrum rights subject to requirements.