Exhibit 6 -CBE Form.xlsx

This is a Certified Business Enterprise (CBE) Form submission document used by the State of California for contract opportunity 27000542, a network security renewal for Okta (brand only). The form establishes eligibility and certification requirements for vendors seeking to participate in this procurement. The document outlines the framework for verifying whether bidders meet California's certified business enterprise standards, which are typically used to promote participation from disadvantaged, minority-owned, women-owned, or other socially and economically disadvantaged business enterprises in state contracting opportunities.

The CBE Form serves as a compliance and verification tool that bidders must complete and submit as part of their proposal package. The form requires documentation of business certification status, ownership information, and adherence to California's contracting standards for certified enterprises. This document is essential for establishing bidder eligibility and ensuring that the procurement process supports the state's goals for inclusive contracting. Interested vendors should ensure all required CBE certifications are current and properly documented before submitting responses to this network security renewal opportunity.