Exhibit 6 CBE_Form.xlsx

Exhibit 6 CBE_Form.xlsx is a Certified Business Enterprise (CBE) certification form required for vendors bidding on the State of California's three-year Painting Supplies Agreement. This document establishes the certification requirements and documentation standards that bidders must complete to demonstrate their CBE status and eligibility for potential set-aside provisions within this procurement. The form supports the state's competitive bidding process for a comprehensive range of painting materials including primers, paints, stains, sealers, coatings, brushes, rollers, drop cloths, tape, and related painting equipment to be supplied to multiple state agencies on an as-needed basis. Proposals are due by April 3, 2026, with the contract commencing upon execution and continuing for three years, with potential renewal options available at the state's discretion. Vendors must demonstrate current capability to maintain adequate inventory levels, provide timely delivery to multiple state locations, and establish blanket purchase order arrangements.

The CBE certification form is a critical compliance document for bidders seeking to qualify for disadvantaged business enterprise (DBE) and small business set-aside provisions that California procurement regulations may apply to portions of this contract award. Completion and submission of this form, along with supporting documentation, is mandatory for all interested vendors as part of the standardized purchasing forms outlined in the procurement appendix. The certification process enables the state to identify eligible vendors for preferential consideration while maintaining the competitive bidding framework based on price competitiveness and vendor qualifications. Vendors should prepare itemized quotes based on the standardized market basket of products and quantities established by the state to enable cost comparison and leverage of purchasing volume across utilizing agencies throughout the three-year agreement term.