COG_Sub_W9_.pdf

This is a Substitute Form W-9 document issued by the County of Greenville, South Carolina, revised in October 2022, designed for use in connection with the County's Operational Assessment contract opportunity. The form serves as a tax identification document for vendors and contractors conducting business with Greenville County and requires submission in lieu of the standard IRS Form W-9. The document requests comprehensive vendor information including legal business name, Taxpayer Identification Number (either Social Security Number or EIN/FIN), entity tax classification, service type description, and payment remittance details. Vendors must certify under penalty of perjury that they are U.S. citizens or U.S. persons, that their taxpayer identification number is correct, and that they are not subject to IRS backup withholding requirements.

The form includes sections for vendors to identify their entity classification—such as sole proprietorships, partnerships, corporations, or trusts—and to specify the nature of services being provided, with predefined categories including medical/veterinary services, legal/attorney services, and rental of real property, as well as open-ended options for other service types. The County explicitly states that failure to provide the required tax identification information in a timely manner could prevent or delay payment from the County. The document requires authorized signature and date from the vendor or representative, confirming the accuracy and validity of all submitted information. This form is a prerequisite administrative requirement for vendors bidding on Greenville County contracts, including the current Operational Assessment opportunity for comprehensive performance evaluation services for the Greenville County Sheriff's Office and Emergency Management Services.