Attachment F Secretary of State~5.pdf

Attachment E is a bidding requirement document from the California Secretary of State that mandates submission of a Secretary of State Certification Printout with bids. The requirement specifies that bidders must include a printout from the California Secretary of State's Business Search website (https://businesssearch.sos.ca.gov/) demonstrating that their business entity is properly registered and certified with the state. The document provides instructions on how to access the Business Search portal and conduct entity searches by corporation name, LP/LLC name, or entity number.

Individual and sole proprietor businesses are exempt from this certification requirement. All other business entities, including corporations, limited liability companies, and limited partnerships, must provide current documentation from the Secretary of State's Business Entities system to support their bid submission. This certification serves as proof of legitimate business registration and compliance with California state requirements prior to contract award.