Affidavit_Regarding_Coercion_for_Labor_and_Services_03.11.2025.pdf

This is an affidavit regarding coercion for labor and services submitted in connection with a lunchroom small equipment and supplies procurement contract for The School Board of Polk County, Florida. The affidavit serves as a compliance document whereby the bidder attests that neither they nor their firm has been involved in any unlawful coercion of labor or services. This document is a standard requirement in the bidding process for state and local contracts in Florida, ensuring that vendors meet ethical and legal standards regarding labor practices before being considered for award of the one-year supply contract for the School Nutrition program.

The affidavit requires the bidder or authorized representative to certify under penalty of perjury that no coercion of workers or unlawful labor practices have occurred in connection with the bid submission or the proposed contract performance. This certification is mandatory for contract eligibility and reflects Florida's commitment to preventing labor trafficking and ensuring fair labor practices among government contractors. The document must be executed and submitted as part of the bid package, with the signature and notarization requirements serving to verify the authenticity and legal binding nature of the bidder's attestation regarding compliance with applicable labor laws and anti-coercion statutes.