Attachment_1__IEE_Representation_Form.pdf

This is an Indian Affairs Indian Economic Enterprise Representation Form used for federal contract opportunities under the Buy Indian Act.

The form serves as a self-certification mechanism for offerors to declare that they meet the definition of an "Indian Economic Enterprise" (IEE) as defined in the Department of Interior Acquisition Regulation (DIAR) Part 1480. Enterprises must maintain compliance with IEE requirements at three critical junctures: at the time an offer is submitted in response to a written solicitation, at the time of contract award, and throughout the entire contract term. Contracting Officers retain the authority to request additional documentation or information regarding eligibility at any point during the acquisition lifecycle, including pre-award and proposal evaluation phases. The form requires offerors to provide specific identification information including the name of the Federally Recognized Tribal Entity, the name of the 51% (or greater) owner of the IEE firm, the legal business name, Unique Entity ID (UEI), and a certifying signature with printed name from an authorized representative.

The form emphasizes that false or misleading information submitted with an offer constitutes a violation of 18 U.S.C. 1001, while false claims submitted during contract performance are subject to penalties under 31 U.S.C. 3729 to 3731 and 18 U.S.C. 287. This representation is required for contracts designated as set-asides for Indian Economic Enterprises under federal procurement authorities.