Exhibit O DEI.docx

This document is Exhibit O, a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) compliance certification required by the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) for all bid responses. The exhibit implements compliance requirements established by United States President's Executive Order 14151 (issued January 20, 2025), Texas Governor's Executive Order GA-55 (issued January 31, 2025), and a directive from Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller (dated February 4, 2025). The exhibit was released on March 26, 2025 and revised as of Revision Date 2. Respondents must complete this exhibit as part of their proposal submission and select one of two checkboxes to certify their compliance status regarding the prohibition against contracting with vendors that have established DEI policies and practices using federal and state funds.

Respondents must affirm either that their submitted proposal complies with the Executive Orders and Commissioner directive, or acknowledge that their proposal does not comply and consent to withdrawal of their solicitation response. The exhibit requires authorization by an authorized respondent with signature, date, printed name, and company representation. No pricing terms, funding amounts, or other financial requirements are specified in this compliance document, as it serves solely as a certification mechanism for vendor eligibility based on DEI policy alignment.