Exhibit 6 CBE Form Summary

Exhibit 6 is a Certified Business Enterprise (CBE) form associated with California's Red Hat Enterprise Linux and OpenShift subscription renewal opportunity (Contract 1090918). This document serves as the compliance and certification form required for bidders participating in this state procurement. The form establishes the framework for verifying contractor eligibility and certification status as a CBE, which is a prerequisite for participation in this technology infrastructure renewal solicitation. The form requires bidders to provide detailed information regarding their business entity classification, ownership structure, and current CBE certification status to demonstrate compliance with California's small and disadvantaged business utilization requirements for this contract renewal.

The CBE form functions as a gatekeeping document that ensures only properly certified enterprises meeting California's defined criteria can proceed with their bids for the Red Hat Enterprise Linux and OpenShift subscription renewal. Bidders must complete and submit this certification form as part of their proposal package, with accurate disclosure of ownership, organizational structure, and valid CBE credentials. This documentation requirement supports California's commitment to inclusive procurement practices and small business economic participation in technology infrastructure contracts. The form's completion is mandatory for bid consideration and serves as verification that the bidding entity meets all applicable state certification standards for disadvantaged business enterprises.