Attachment_1__IEE_Representation_Form.pdf

This is an Indian Affairs Indian Economic Enterprise Representation Form, a self-certification document used in federal contracting to verify that an offeror meets the definition of an "Indian Economic Enterprise" (IEE) under the Buy Indian Act.

The form requires offerors to certify their eligibility status at three critical points: when submitting an offer in response to a written solicitation, at the time of contract award, and throughout the full term of the contract. Contracting officers may request additional documentation or information to verify eligibility at any stage of the acquisition lifecycle, including pre-award and proposal evaluation phases. The form mandates that enterprises demonstrate compliance with DIAR Part 1480 requirements, which include being at least 51% owned by a Federally Recognized Tribal Entity or Indian individual. False or misleading information submitted in connection with an offer constitutes a violation of 18 U.S.C. 1001 and is subject to criminal penalties. Additionally, false claims submitted during contract performance are subject to civil penalties under 31 U.S.C. 3729 to 3731 and 18 U.S.C. 287. The certification section requires completion of fields identifying the Federally Recognized Tribal Entity, the 51% (or greater) owner of the IEE firm, the legal business name, the Unique Entity ID (UEI), and a certifying signature with printed name.