Affidavit IL Business Bid Preference v25.1~6.pdf

This is an affidavit form issued by the State of Illinois Chief Procurement Office for General Services. The document establishes requirements for demonstrating eligibility for the Illinois Business Bid Preference under 30 ILCS 500/45-105, which applies to construction services contracts exceeding the small purchase maximum. The affidavit is designed for bidders seeking the 4% bid preference available to Illinois businesses on eligible construction projects.

The affidavit requires bidders to submit supporting documentation establishing that they qualify as an Illinois business, defined as an entity operating and headquartered in Illinois for at least one year prior to bid submission, subject to applicable state taxes, and providing construction services. Eligible applicants must provide names and titles of executives or high-level officers, job descriptions, office addresses, and the most recently completed and filed Illinois tax return. Bidders who submit false information to obtain the preference are subject to disciplinary procedures under Section 50-65 of the Illinois Procurement Code. The preference does not apply to projects utilizing federal funding that would conflict with federal law or regulation. An authorized representative must sign the affidavit under penalty of law, certifying the accuracy of the information and the bidder's eligibility for the preference.