checkbox -Exhibit 6 CBE_Form - rev 2-3-22 (1).xlsx

This is a Certified Business Enterprise (CBE) form exhibit used for vendor certification and compliance documentation related to California state and local contracting opportunities. The form serves as a standardized certification checklist to verify that bidders meet the established criteria for CBE status, which is a key requirement for participation in state procurement processes. The document is formatted as an Excel spreadsheet designed to capture vendor information, certification status, and relevant documentation requirements. The form revision date of February 3, 2022 indicates the current version applicable to the referenced three-year term contract for fresh and processed vegetables.

The CBE form functions as a compliance and eligibility verification tool requiring vendors to demonstrate their certified status through documentation and attestation. This certification is essential for vendors seeking to participate in California state and local contracts, particularly those involving commodity procurement such as the vegetables supply contract referenced. The form establishes a standardized framework for evaluating vendor qualifications and ensuring compliance with applicable small business enterprise requirements throughout the contract term. Vendors must complete and submit the form as part of their bid package to confirm their eligibility and certified status prior to contract award.