Attachment 4 - SEI Certification.docx

This is a Socially and Economically Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (SEI) Certification document related to RFP 2026-04 Enterprise Strategic Planning Services for Covered California. The attachment establishes certification requirements and verification procedures for proposers seeking to qualify as an SEI or disadvantaged business enterprise for this solicitation. The document outlines the standards and documentation necessary for businesses to demonstrate their eligibility status, including ownership structure, control, and socioeconomic disadvantage criteria. Proposers must complete and submit the certification as part of their proposal package to be considered for any applicable set-asides or preferences under the state of California's small business procurement programs.

The certification document serves as a compliance and verification tool to ensure that only qualified disadvantaged enterprises receive consideration for set-aside opportunities within this contract. Proposers claiming SEI status must provide supporting documentation and meet specific regulatory definitions established by the state. This certification requirement directly impacts proposal evaluation and potential award opportunities, as it may determine eligibility for preferential contracting programs or scoring advantages included in the RFP evaluation criteria.