EXHIBIT 13 - CERTIFICATION OF PROSPECTIVE CONTRACTOR.pdf

This is a Certification of Prospective Contractor form utilized by state and local procurement entities to validate contractor eligibility and compliance with contracting requirements. The document serves as a formal declaration wherein prospective contractors certify their qualifications, legal status, and adherence to regulatory standards prior to contract award. The form requires contractors to affirm their ability to perform contracted services or deliver products in accordance with procurement specifications and statutory obligations. The certification process typically occurs following bid submission and evaluation, with execution required before contract finalization and commencement of work performance.

The certification document requires contractors to make representations regarding corporate standing, conflict of interest disclosures, debarment status, and compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. Contractors must verify they are not suspended or debarred from government contracting and confirm their authority to enter into the proposed contractual relationship. The form serves as a risk mitigation instrument for procuring agencies by establishing contractor accountability and ensuring that only qualified, legally compliant entities receive contract awards. Execution of the certification constitutes a binding representation, with false statements subject to legal consequences including contract termination and potential civil or criminal liability.