E-Verify.docx

This is an E-Verify compliance certification form from the State of Florida Department of Transportation for Contract No. DOT-ITB-27-7007-LV related to District-Wide Mowing, Landscape Maintenance, and Debris Removal Services. The contract encompasses various financial projects across multiple districts. Vendors, consultants, and contractors are required to acknowledge and certify compliance with Section 448.095, Florida Statutes, which mandates registration with and utilization of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's E-Verify system to verify work authorization status for all newly hired employees. Contractors must maintain this compliance throughout the contract term, including any extensions or renewal periods.

All bidders must be registered in the State of Florida's MyFloridaMarketplace system prior to submission. Out-of-state corporations, limited liability companies, and limited partnerships must obtain authorization to conduct business in Florida through the Department of State. Prospective contractors providing services that require professional licensing must obtain appropriate licenses from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation. The solicitation prohibits contact with executive or legislative branch employees regarding the procurement between the solicitation release and 72 hours following the notice of intended award, excluding weekends and state holidays, with exceptions only for written communications to the procurement officer. A MyFloridaMarketplace transaction fee applies to all payments made under this contract.