02_Appendix A Purchasing Required Forms_Exhibit 6 CBE Form.xlsx

This file is a Certified Business Enterprise (CBE) form included in the purchasing required forms appendix for a California state and local contract opportunity related to bariatric scales. The form serves as a certification document that bidders must complete to demonstrate their CBE status and eligibility to participate in the procurement process. The CBE designation is a critical requirement for this solicitation, as it ensures compliance with California's contracting regulations regarding certified business enterprises. Bidders are required to submit this completed form as part of their bid package to substantiate their certification status and qualifications under the state's business enterprise program.

The form functions as a mandatory supporting document that validates a bidder's CBE credentials, which may impact pricing, scoring, or set-aside considerations within the procurement evaluation process. Completion and submission of this certification form is essential for bid acceptance and consideration for the bariatric scales equipment contract. Failure to provide accurate and complete CBE documentation may result in bid rejection or disqualification from the procurement process.