2-Forced labor.pdf

This is a procurement document related to the State of Arizona Department of Transportation's (ADOT) On Call Acquisition and Relocation Services solicitation. The document addresses forced labor compliance requirements and appears to be a supplementary exhibit or addendum to the main solicitation. The file establishes mandatory representations and certifications that prospective bidders must provide regarding their compliance with forced labor prohibitions and labor trafficking prevention standards. Bidders are required to certify that neither they nor their subcontractors will knowingly engage in forced labor, human trafficking, or related violations in the performance of any contract awarded under this procurement.

The document serves as a compliance and risk mitigation tool for ADOT, ensuring that all service providers meet federal and state labor standards throughout the contract performance period. This requirement is particularly relevant given that acquisition and relocation services may involve interactions with diverse populations and supply chains. Prospective firms must acknowledge these forced labor prohibitions as a condition of bid submission, with violations potentially resulting in contract termination, debarment, or other remedial actions. The inclusion of this document in the solicitation materials underscores ADOT's commitment to ethical procurement practices and compliance with applicable labor laws and regulations throughout the contract term.