Attachment N-Contract Affidavit.pdf

This is a Contract Affidavit (Attachment N) issued by the State of Maryland effective September 30, 2020. The document serves as a certification and disclosure form that contractors must complete when entering into contracts with the State of Maryland or its agencies. The affidavit requires the executing business entity to confirm its legal authority to execute the contract, its business structure and registration status with the Maryland Department of Assessments and Taxation, and compliance with state financial disclosure requirements.

The affidavit mandates contractors to comply with multiple statutory requirements, including disclosure of beneficial ownership if the contract value reaches $200,000 or more, political contribution disclosure requirements under Election Law Article Title 14, and comprehensive drug and alcohol-free workplace certification under COMAR 21.11.08. Contractors must certify they maintain drug and alcohol-free workplaces, establish awareness programs for employees, implement disciplinary measures for violations, and report drug-related crimes to law enforcement. The affidavit requires contractors to notify the procurement officer within ten days of receiving notice of any employee drug or alcohol conviction and impose remedial measures within thirty days. For individual contractors, personal certification is required that they will not engage in unlawful drug or alcohol manufacture, distribution, or use. Violations of these provisions may result in contract suspension, payment suspension, termination for default, or debarment of the contractor.