Discussion

The approach proposed by SBC for completing its response to Qwest's fourth set of data requests is hereby accepted. SBC shall respond to this request by consulting the 12 individuals identified to determine whether any readily available, responsive documents exist.  Qwest advised SBC on July 31^st of the SBC department which Qwest believed likely possesses responsive documents.  Qwest likewise identified two individuals Qwest believed would be helpful in responding to the Special Access DRs.  SBC shall also consult with the two individuals that Qwest has identified.

The ALJ also ordered SBC to produce the Bates numbers of the SBC planning documents (including special access planning documents) to be found in SBC's no copies room.  SBC provided Qwest with bates numbers late during the week of July 29th.  Qwest reports that its local counsel is in the process of reviewing the specified documents.  Qwest expresses concerns about the scope of what was produced and reserves the right to raise the issue with the ALJ. 

SBC shall complete this investigation, review and deliver responsive documents to Qwest by the close of business on Friday, August 5, in accordance with the process it has proposed.  With the delivery of responsive documents in accordance with these directives, Applicants' response with respect to Qwest's fourth set of data requests shall be deemed to be completed.