02_Appendix A Purchasing Required Forms_Exhibit 6 CBE Form.xlsx

This is a Certified Business Enterprise (CBE) Form document required for participation in California's state procurement system for the laboratory consumables, reagents, and chemicals contract opportunity (15760P-CHEM 58F-SB35). The form functions as a certification verification document that bidders must complete to demonstrate their eligibility and compliance status with California's business enterprise certification requirements. Submission of the completed CBE form is mandatory as part of the Appendix A Purchasing Required Forms package, with the bid due date of January 27, 2026. This form is a critical component of the overall bid submission requirements alongside the detailed price sheet and HIPAA Business Associate Agreement (BAA) Contractor Acknowledgement, ensuring vendors meet all baseline eligibility criteria before evaluation of their technical and pricing proposals.

The CBE form serves as the mechanism for identifying vendors who qualify for potential set-aside provisions or preferences under California's certified business enterprise program, which may include disadvantaged or certified business classifications. Completion of this form is essential for vendors seeking to leverage any competitive advantages available through business enterprise certification, as the solicitation structure appears designed to support qualifying vendors while maintaining comprehensive supplier competition. Vendors must accurately complete and submit the CBE form to remain eligible for bid consideration and potential award under this procurement for comprehensive laboratory supply arrangement.