ESBD_392438_1737673842224_SOLICIEXH_F.5_Request for W-9.pdf

This is IRS Form W-9 (Rev. October 2018), Request for Taxpayer Identification Number and Certification, which is a required tax form for vendors doing business with the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) as part of solicitation number 405-25R0005166. The form is used to collect taxpayer identification information from vendors, including their business name, entity type classification, and tax identification number (TIN). The form includes detailed instructions for completion and must be submitted along with other required documentation as part of the bid package.

The form contains various sections for identifying exempt payee codes and FATCA reporting codes, with specific guidance for different business entity types. It includes provisions for backup withholding requirements and certifications regarding the taxpayer's identification number and U.S. person status. The form features tables detailing exemption eligibility and requirements for different payment types, along with comprehensive instructions for proper completion. While this is a standard IRS form required for tax reporting purposes, it represents one component of the larger procurement documentation package required by DPS for this solicitation.