ATTACHMENT C EEV CERTIFICATION

This is an Economically Disadvantaged Veteran (EEV) Certification document for the Mississippi Department of Transportation's procurement of attenuator parts under RFX 3160008007. The certification form is designed to verify the eligibility status of vendors claiming EEV status in response to the Invitation for Bid (IFB) 1941-26-R-IFBD-00037, with a submission deadline of Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 10:30 a.m. CST through the MAGIC electronic bidding system. This attachment establishes the documentation requirements and certification standards that bidders must satisfy to substantiate their EEV classification and qualify for any associated set-asides or preference considerations under Mississippi state procurement regulations.

The certification document outlines the criteria and attestations required for vendors to demonstrate economically disadvantaged veteran status, including verification of veteran status, economic disadvantage thresholds, and ownership requirements. Bidders claiming EEV status must complete and submit the certification form as part of their bid package to be considered for EEV set-aside benefits. The certification serves as a binding attestation regarding the vendor's eligibility status and compliance with Mississippi's EEV procurement program requirements, which may provide competitive advantages or reserved contracting opportunities for qualifying small businesses owned and controlled by economically disadvantaged veterans.