Exhibit_6_CBE_Form - 20211122.xlsx

This is a Certified Business Enterprise (CBE) Form related to California's Custodial Inspection Platform contract opportunity (1083842). The form serves as a certification document for businesses seeking to qualify as minority-owned, women-owned, or disadvantaged enterprises for contracting purposes with the State of California. The document establishes eligibility criteria and documentation requirements for firms applying for CBE status, which is essential for participation in state procurement opportunities, particularly those with set-aside provisions favoring certified enterprises.

The CBE Form establishes the application framework and verification procedures for businesses to demonstrate their minority, women, or disadvantaged ownership and control status. Applicants must provide detailed ownership information, financial documentation, and operational history to support their CBE classification. Certification through this process allows eligible businesses to compete for state contracts with potential preferences or set-asides, thereby expanding opportunities for underrepresented business categories in California's procurement system. The form requires comprehensive documentation of business ownership percentages, personal financial statements, and evidence of day-to-day operational control by certified owners to validate eligibility for preferential contracting consideration.