ESBD_459158_1759439953873_SOL_EXH_F5_Form W-9.pdf

This document is a W-9 Request for Taxpayer Identification Number and Certification form issued by the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Internal Revenue Service (IRS), dated March 2024. The form is designed for individuals or entities to provide their taxpayer identification information for federal tax purposes, including backup withholding and FATCA reporting requirements.

The form includes sections for entering basic identifying information such as name, business name, federal tax classification, and taxpayer identification number (TIN), which can be either a Social Security Number (SSN) for individuals or an Employer Identification Number (EIN) for businesses. Part II of the form requires certification of the provided information, including statements about backup withholding status, U.S. citizenship, and FATCA reporting exemptions. The document also provides detailed instructions for completing the form, explains potential penalties for providing incorrect information, and includes a privacy act notice with guidance on protecting against identity theft.