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OAHP Valuation Methodology
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S-69100-00004217
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Marion County, Oregon

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This document is a Proposer Information and Certification Sheet related to a Request for Proposals (RFP) issued by the Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board (OWEB) for the development of a methodology to value ecosystem services resulting from conservation activities on agricultural land. The goal is to compensate agricultural landowners for engaging in these conservation practices. The RFP covers jurisdictions in Marion County and the City of Salem, Oregon. The Proposer must certify their understanding and acceptance of the contract terms, receipt of any amendments, offer validity, compliance with tax laws and non-discrimination policies, and absence of conflicts of interest or inclusion on exclusion lists.

The RFP seeks a Contractor to develop this valuation methodology, with the intent of OWEB compensating agricultural landowners for conservation practices. No specific pricing terms, set asides, or funding details are provided in this document. However, the Proposer must certify compliance with applicable laws and regulations, as well as the truthfulness and accuracy of their proposal.

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S-69100-00004217 - OAHP METHODOLOGY TO VALUE ECOSYSTEM SERVICES (010-23-22429) Att C

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PROPOSER INFORMATION AND CERTIFICATION SHEET

Legal Name of Proposer:

Street Address:

City, State, Zip:

State of Incorporation:

Oregon Business Registry Number:

Entity Type:

Contact Name:

Telephone:

Email:

Authorized Signature:

Printed Name and Title:

Date:

Any individual signing above hereby certifies they are an authorized representative of Proposer and that:

1. Proposer understands and accepts the requirements of this INTERMEDIATE PROCUREMENT. By submitting a Offer, Proposer agrees to be bound by the Contract terms and conditions in Attachment A and as modified by any Amendment, except for those terms and conditions that Agency has reserved for negotiation, as identified in the

INTERMEDIATE PROCUREMENT.

2. Proposer acknowledges receipt of any and all Amendments to this INTERMEDIATE PROCUREMENT.

3. Offer is a Firm Offer for 180 days following the Opening.

4. If awarded a Contract, Proposer agrees to perform the scope of work and meet the performance standards set forth in the final negotiated scope of work of the Contract.

5. I have knowledge regarding Proposer’s payment of taxes and by signing below. I hereby certify that, to the best of my knowledge, Proposer is not in violation of any tax laws of the state or a political subdivision of the state, including, without limitation, ORS 305.620 and ORS chapters 316, 317 and 318.

6. Proposer does not discriminate in its employment practices with regard to race, creed, age, religious affiliation, gender, disability, sexual orientation, national origin. When awarding subcontracts, Proposer does not discriminate against any business certified under ORS 200.055 as a disadvantaged business enterprise, a minority-owned business, a woman-owned business, a business that a service-disabled veteran owned or an emerging small business.

If applicable, Proposer has, or will have prior to contract execution, a written policy and practice, that meets the requirements described in ORS 279A.112 (formerly HB 3060), of preventing sexual harassment, sexual assault and discrimination against employees who are members of a protected class. Agency may not enter into a contract with an anticipated contract price of $150,000 or more with a Proposer that does not certify it has such a policy and practice. See https://www.oregon.gov/DAS/Procurement/Pages/hb3060.aspx for additional information and sample policy template.

7. Proposer complies with ORS 652.220 and does not unlawfully discriminate against any of Proposer’s employees in the payment of wages or other compensation for work of comparable character on the basis of an employee’s membership in a protected class. “Protected class” means a group of persons distinguished by race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability or age.

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Contractor’s continuing compliance constitutes a material element of this Contract and a failure to comply constitutes a breach that entitles Agency to terminate this Contract for cause.

Contractor may not prohibit any of Contractor’s employees from discussing the employee’s rate of wage, salary, benefits, or other compensation with another employee or another person. Contractor may not retaliate against an employee who discusses the employee’s rate of wage, salary, benefits, or other compensation with another employee or another person.

8. Proposer is not engaged in the provision of broadband Internet access service, or if at any time Proposer is engaged in or may engage in the provision of broadband Internet access service Proposer is in compliance with Oregon Laws 2018, Chapter 88 (HB 4155) and applicable Public Utility Commission rules, and will remain in compliance throughout the term of the Contract.

9. Proposer and Proposer’s employees, agents, and subcontractors are not included on:

A. the “Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons” list maintained by the Office of Foreign Assets Control of the United States Department of the Treasury found at:

https://www.treasury.gov/ofac/downloads/sdnlist.pdf., or

B. the government wide exclusions lists in the System for Award Management found at:

https://www.sam.gov/portal/

10. Proposer certifies that, to the best of its knowledge, there exists no actual or potential conflict between the business or economic interests of Proposer, its employees, or its agents, on the one hand, and the business or economic interests of the State, on the other hand, arising out of, or relating in any way to, the subject matter of the INTERMEDIATE PROCUREMENT. If any changes occur with respect to Proposer’s status regarding conflict of interest, Proposer shall promptly notify the State in writing.

11. Proposer certifies that all contents of the Offer (including any other forms or documentation, if required under this INTERMEDIATE PROCUREMENT) and this Offer Certification Sheet are truthful and accurate and have been prepared independently from all other Proposers, and without collusion, fraud, or other dishonesty.

12. Proposer understands that any statement or representation it makes, in response to this INTERMEDIATE PROCUREMENT, if determined to be false or fraudulent, a misrepresentation, or inaccurate because of the omission of material information could result in a "claim" {as defined by the Oregon False Claims Act, ORS 180.750(1)}, made under Contract being a "false claim" {ORS 180.750(2)} subject to the Oregon False Claims Act, ORS 180.750 to 180.785, and to any liabilities or penalties associated with the making of a false claim under that Act.

13. Proposer acknowledges these certifications are in addition to any certifications required in the Contract and Statement of Work at the time of Contract execution.

Legal Name of Proposer:
Street Address:
City State Zip:
State of Incorporation:
Oregon Business Registry Number:
Entity Type:
Contact Name:
Telephone:
Email:
Authorized Signature:
Printed Name and Title:
Date:

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