Summary

This is an Information and Certification Form for an ESBD (Emerging Small Business Enterprises) certification in Texas. The document serves as a supplementary exhibit to a state and local contract solicitation and requires bidders to provide detailed information regarding their small business status, ownership structure, and eligibility for set-aside preferences. The form requests comprehensive documentation of the applicant company's organizational details, including ownership percentages, management composition, years in business, and annual revenues to establish compliance with Texas small business enterprise requirements.

The certification form functions as a qualification verification tool that allows the state of Texas to assess whether bidding entities meet the criteria for emerging small business status and to determine their eligibility for any applicable set-asides or contract preferences. Bidders are required to complete all sections accurately and provide supporting documentation as specified. This form is typically submitted as part of the overall bid package and serves as an official record of the company's small business certification status for evaluation and contract award purposes.