Municipal Audit Preparation Program Services_.pdf

Georgia Environmental Finance Authority (GEFA)

Request for Qualified Contractor (RFQC)

Municipal Audit Preparation Program Services

GEFA RFQC No. 928-WRD26-MAPP

Georgia Environmental Finance Authority

REQUEST FOR QUALIFIED

CONTRACTOR

Municipal Audit Preparation Program Services

GEFA RFQC No. 928-WRD26-MAPP

I. General Information

A. PROCUREMENT OVERVIEW

The Georgia Environmental Finance Authority (GEFA), a supportive financial and advisory service agency to state agencies, local governments, related stakeholders/customers, and Georgia citizens, and in cooperation with Georgia Department of Audit and Accounts, is interested in receiving responses from firms interested in providing Municipal Audit Preparation Program (MAPP) Services for GEFA stakeholders.

This Request for Qualified Contractor (RFQC) is being issued by GEFA to assist local governments and related stakeholders. One or more firms that respond to this RFQC by submitting statements of qualifications may be determined to be especially qualified and capable of delivering desirable municipal audit preparation program services and may be deemed eligible for further consideration by GEFA to provide these services, which may include submission of MAPP service/administration proposals and/or other deliverables to GEFA.

All respondents to this RFQC are subject to instructions communicated in this document and are cautioned to completely review the entire RFQC and follow instructions carefully. GEFA retains the right to reject any or all statements of qualifications or any, if applicable, subsequent submittals and/or proposals, and to waive technicalities, irregularities, and informalities, and retains the right to cancel or conclude this procurement at any time without selecting a firm to provide the described services, without any liability to any respondents, or any other person or entity, and is under no obligation to make an award relating to this RFQC to any person or entity. The final terms of any Agreement are subject, in all cases, to strict compliance with the applicable provisions of the state of Georgia and federal laws.

B. IMPORTANT - A RESTRICTION OF COMMUNICATION IS IN EFFECT FOR THIS PROJECT.

From the time of advertisement of this solicitation until a contract is executed (final award) with successful respondent(s) and such final award(s) is/are announced, interested firms are not allowed or permitted to communicate about this solicitation or scope with any staff or any official representatives of GEFA or stakeholder agencies except for submission of questions as instructed in the RFQC, or as provided by any existing work agreement(s). Finalists and Apparent Awardee(s) are restricted from making public statements or press releases about their selection as finalists or their apparent award. For violation of this restriction, GEFA reserves the right to reject the submittal of the offending respondent.

II. Scope of Services

Note- GEFA considers the services which are envisioned and described herein to be necessary. The actual, final scope of services, however, may differ, may be greater or lesser, and shall be determined prior to execution of a prospective Agreement with successful firm(s). The audit preparation services are envisioned to be structured into three distinct phases to systematically organize and streamline the client's financial data and internal processes, ensuring a smooth and efficient external audit.

Phase 1: Assessment and Planning

This initial phase establishes the foundation for the entire preparation engagement by thoroughly evaluating the client's current state and developing a strategic work plan.

• Conduct comprehensive assessment of current financial reporting processes: Review the client's existing workflow for generating financial reports, identifying efficiencies and potential bottlenecks.

• Review internal control documentation and identify gaps: Examine documented internal controls, compare them to best practices, and pinpoint areas where controls are missing, inadequate, or not properly documented.

• Develop audit preparation timeline and work plan: Create a detailed schedule outlining key milestones, responsibilities, and deadlines for all preparation activities.

• Establish communication protocols with agency staff: Define the channels, frequency, and format for communication to ensure efficient information exchange between the preparation team and the client's personnel.

Phase 2: Implementation and Preparation

This operational phase focuses on performing hands-on work of organizing records, strengthening controls, and compiling the necessary audit documentation.

• Financial Record Review and Reconciliation:

o Monthly review of financial statements and supporting documentation: Perform ongoing checks of financial records for accuracy, completeness, and clear audit trails.

o Assistance with account reconciliations and variance analysis: Help reconcile all balance sheet and key income statement accounts and analyze significant fluctuations to provide explanations for the auditors.

o Preparation of audit schedules and support documentation: Develop and organize all required schedules (e.g., fixed assets, debt, payroll) and their corresponding source documentation for the external auditors.

• Internal Controls and Compliance:

o Development and documentation of internal control procedures: Formalize, update, and document key internal control procedures to address the gaps identified in Phase 1.

o Federal awards compliance monitoring and documentation: For entities receiving federal funding, monitor compliance with applicable regulations and ensure proper documentation is in place for a Single Audit.

o Assistance with Single Audit data collection form (SF-SAC): Provide support in gathering information and completing the required submission form for the Single Audit.

• Staff Training:

o Quarterly training sessions for agency financial staff: Conduct focused training to reinforce understanding and consistent application of new/updated financial reporting and internal control procedures.

Phase 3: Pre-Audit Readiness and Coordination

The final phase ensures all deliverables are complete, tested, and ready for the external auditors, facilitating a seamless transition to the fieldwork stage.

• Mock audit procedures and testing: Conduct preliminary testing of key account balances and controls, simulating the external auditor's procedures to identify and correct any last-minute issues.

• Final review of all audit deliverables: Perform a comprehensive final check of all prepared financial statements, schedules, and documentation for completeness, accuracy, and adherence to accounting standards (like GAAS or GAAP).

• Coordination support for external auditor engagement: Act as the primary liaison between the client and the external audit team, managing all logistical aspects, coordinating meetings, and handling initial document requests and inquiries.

III. Evaluation and Selection Process

A. OVERVIEW

GEFA will receive statements of qualifications for evaluation and ranking and determine one or more finalist firms to propose a solution and services, with the goal of selecting a firm to contract for the lending solution provision and related services. GEFA has enlisted the following appropriate resources for assistance in carrying out this process:

1. Selection Facilitator

This individual shall be assigned by GEFA and will be responsible for the interests of GEFA. This individual shall be the issuing officer of the solicitation and shall facilitate this procurement process, including posting of solicitations and notices, receipt of submittals and questions, coordination of review, evaluation, ranking recommendation, facilitation of meetings and interviews, and negotiation and prospective execution of a Services Agreement.

2. Selection Committee

This Committee shall be composed of qualified persons approved by GEFA to review and evaluate respondent firms’ statements of qualifications and other submittals, and possibly interview qualified finalist firm(s). The Selection Committee shall, through the procedures defined herein, perform the following: a) Ranking of all submitting firms for determination of finalist(s); and, b) (If applicable), ranking of finalist firm(s) for determination for further eligibility.

B. METHOD OF COMMUNICATION

Public procurement documents, including attachments, and associated addenda (if issued) will be publicly posted on the Georgia Procurement Registry (GPR). Any communication of relevant, significant information regarding this solicitation will also be made via the GPR. Known interested firms and those firms which are deemed likely to be interested may be directly solicited immediately after public advertisement, however all firms are responsible for checking the GPR on a regular basis for updates, clarifications, and announcements.

GEFA reserves the right to communicate via email with the respondents’ primary contacts listed in the Statements of Qualifications. The Selection Facilitator named herein shall be the SOLE point of contact for participating firms for the duration of the procurement. Other specific communications will be made as indicated in the remainder of this RFQC. In accordance with Section I-B above, GEFA reserves the right to reject the submittal of any respondent violating this provision.

C. EVALUATION OF STATEMENTS OF QUALIFICATIONS (STEP 1)

The Selection Committee will evaluate all submittals upon submittal validation by the Selection Facilitator, which shall include verification of receipt-on-time and in good order (apparent responsiveness). Responsiveness validation will also include verification of receipt of the following signed and notarized Exhibits: Exhibit I, Statement of Qualification Certification form; and Exhibit II, Georgia Security and Immigration Compliance Act Affidavit form.

Submittals from respondents with apparent significant conflicts of interests are subject to additional pre-review prior to validation, other action, or disqualification. For validated submittals, each member/ evaluator will assign points using the criteria identified in Section VI. Under facilitation and coordination from the Selection Facilitator, the Selection Committee members will thoroughly review and evaluate Statements of Qualifications submitted in response to this RFQC, using the criteria stated herein. For each evaluator, the points assigned to each criterion will be totaled and an individual evaluator rank will be determined for each firm, or a consensus scoring and ranking process may be utilized by the Committee only upon agreement by most of the Selection Committee members.

D. FINALIST NOTIFICATION

The names of the firms selected as finalists will be posted on the Georgia Procurement Registry and will receive written notification (Finalist Notification) from the Selection Facilitator which will address the necessary elements of the remainder of the selection process. Criteria for the remainder of the selection process will be communicated in the Finalist Notification, along with other appropriate evaluation information. The Finalist Notification will also address the following:

The Finalist Notification may include any additional available scope or program information, and finalist firms may be given relevant available information which has previously been developed (such as program descriptions and regulatory guidelines, etc.), and other available additional scope information. A specimen copy of the Services Agreement may also be provided.

E. EVALUATION OF FINALISTS, APPARENT AWARD, AND FINAL AWARD

Under facilitation and coordination from the Selection Facilitator, the Selection Committee members will thoroughly review and evaluate any subsequent submittals that were received out in response to the Finalist Notification, using the criteria stated therein. The rankings of all evaluators will be totaled for each submittal evaluated in order to determine the firm’s sum of the individual evaluator rankings, which shall be the basis for final ranking, or, a consensus final ranking shall be determined by the Committee. The Selection Facilitator shall review all supporting data to determine final ranking(s) and most qualified firm, or “Apparent Awardee”.

Upon posting of Apparent Award and notification to the Apparent Awardee(s), the Selection Facilitator may request the Apparent Awardee’s fee proposal and marked up copy of the Services Agreement. If a satisfactory agreement cannot be reached timely with the highest-ranking firm(s) by the negotiation team, GEFA will formally terminate the negotiations in writing and, at its option may 1) request a fee proposal and marked-up copy of the Agreement from, and enter into negotiations with, the next highest-ranking firm(s) (new Apparent Awardee firms) upon formal notification, and so on in turn until a mutual agreement is established and GEFA awards contract(s), or cancels the procurement. The final form of the Agreement shall be issued by GEFA.

IV. Schedule of Events

The following Schedule of Events table represents GEFA’s best estimate of the schedule that will be followed. All times indicated are prevailing times in Atlanta, Georgia. GEFA reserves the right to adjust the schedule, with prior notice, as it deems necessary.

a. Selection Facilitator issues public advertisement of RFQC- 3/2/26 ----------

b. Deadline for submission of written questions and requests for clarification- 3/13/26 2:00 PM

c. GEFA provides answers/clarifications/addenda- 3/17/26 ----------

d. Deadline for submission of Statements of Qualifications (SOQs)- 3/30/26 2:00 PM

e. SOQ evaluation completed and Selection Facilitator may issue Finalist Notification, Specimen Services Agreement, and additional program information to Finalist(s)-

TBD ----------

f. Final award/Agreement execution target date 4/30/26

V. DELIVERABLES for Statements of Qualifications

IMPORTANT- Statements of Qualifications must include certain signed and notarized Exhibits, which are provided herein, as follows: Exhibit I, Statement of Qualification Certification form; and Exhibit II, Georgia Security and Immigration Compliance Act Affidavit form. The Statements of Qualifications must be submitted in accordance with the instructions provided in Section VII-B, must be categorized and numbered as outlined below, and must be responsive to all requested information below. References in submittals to websites or referrals to other sources of information may not cause a review of such information, and such information may not be evaluated.

A. STABILITY AND RESOURCES

1. Provide basic company information: company name, address, name of primary proposing contact, telephone number, fax number, email address, and company website (if available). If the firm has multiple offices, the qualification statement shall include information about the parent company and branch office separately. Identify office from which project will be managed and this office’s proximity to the Project site(s). Provide form of ownership, including state of residency or incorporation, and number of years in business. Is the respondent a sole proprietorship, partnership, corporation, limited liability Corporation, or other structure?

2. Briefly describe the history and growth of your firm(s). Provide general information about the firm's personnel resources, including disciplines and numbers of employees and locations and staffing of offices. Has the firm or any affiliate been involved in any arbitration, litigation, mediation, dispute review board or other dispute resolution proceeding occurring during the last 10 years involving an amount more than $200,000? Also describe any pending regulatory inquiries that could impact your ability to provide services if you are the selected Consultant. List any indictments that have been issued against the project team members or principals of the firm.

3. Has the firm ever been removed from a contract or failed to complete a contract as assigned? Explain.

B. EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

1. Provide information pertaining to the principal personnel including but not limited to: Principal in Charge, Audit Preparation Program/Services Administrator, and all other key personnel. Please include resumes and professional registration information for personnel identified. Provide information on level of commitment for proposed senior personnel and key members of team.

2. Provide experience of key resources on relevant programs of the audit preparation firm including professional qualifications and description of involvement/experience for proposed project staff. This should include the degree of apparent relevant competencies of the audit professional(s) and lead staff relative to the program and services described herein, and evidence of competence. Provide information in regard to firm/staff experience with other State, Local or Federal Audit Preparation Program requirements and other relevant experience.

3. Provide information on the firm’s experience and ability in delivering effective preparatory assistance for the scope herein, and any related services for programs/projects similar in complexity, size, scope, and function to the scope herein. Describe no more than 5 and no less than 3 solution or projects, in order of most relevant to least relevant, that demonstrate the firm's capabilities to provide services for GEFA. For each solution or project, the following information should be provided:

a. Program name and dates during which services were performed.

b. Dollar amounts of lending assistance

c. Duration of project services provided by your firm, and overall program, costs of your services.

d. Current client contact information including contact names, email addresses, and telephone numbers.

4. Provide a statement on the firm’s experience and qualifications in a consulting role for similar programs.

Include any oversight of projects of extreme complexity, including experience in providing leadership in projects that are highly challenging. Include any certifications, industry ratings, and national or international achievement recognitions, etc., to attest to the level of experience and success. Describe innovations that the firm might have introduced or employed to increase the project’s adherence to technical industry standards.

C. SUITABILITY

1. Provide any information that may serve to differentiate your firm from other firms in suitability for the program, including but not limited to description of services or relevant performed scopes or techniques offered by the firm which might be especially suitable for GEFA. Provide proposed quality control/quality assurance procedures, special or enhanced capabilities, and the firm’s non-discrimination and equal employment opportunities policies in hiring and performance of services.

VI. Evaluation Criteria

A. Criteria for Evaluation of Statements of Qualifications

The Selection Committee will evaluate Statements of Qualifications using the following criteria:

15% Factor} Stability and resources of the submitting firm, including the firm’s history, status, growth, overall resources of the firm, form of ownership, litigation history, financial information, and other evidence of stability.

45% Factor} Firm’s relevant experience and qualifications, including the demonstrated ability of the firm in effective municipal audit preparation program services comparable in complexity, size, and function, for customers similar in scope to GEFA, its municipal stakeholders, and other similarly structured organizations. This includes relevant experience and qualifications of the principal managers and lead staff and level of experience during all phases of similar scopes.

40% Factor} Firm’s apparent suitability to provide services for project, including the firm’s apparent fit to the project type and/or needs of GEFA, any special or unique qualifications for the project, suitability for the solution described, current and projected workloads (available resources), proximity of office(s) and/or lead staff to project location and/or proven ability to gather resources in location of service, proposed quality control/quality assurance procedures, special or enhanced capabilities, and the firm’s non-discrimination and equal employment opportunities policies in performance of services.

VII. Submittal Conditions

A. SUBMITTAL OF QUESTIONS AND REQUESTS FOR CLARIFICATION

Questions about any aspect of the RFQC, or the project, shall be submitted prior to the appropriate deadlines indicated in the Schedule of Events, and shall be submitted in writing to:

Richard Sawyer Selection Facilitator email: rsawyer@gefa.ga.gov

The deadlines for submission of questions relating to the RFQC are the times and dates shown in the (Schedule of Events- Section IV). From the issue date of this solicitation until a successful respondent is selected and the selection is announced, the Restriction of Communication shall be in effect. For violation of this provision, GEFA shall reserve the right to reject the submittal of the offending respondent. At any time prior to the submission date, GEFA may issue an RFQC addendum to further clarify any part of this RFQC, amend this RFQC or issue instructions or further information. Each such addendum will be posted and/or distributed to all respondents. In addition, GEFA may adjust any timelines related to the project referenced herein or otherwise.

B. SUBMITTAL OF STATEMENTS OF QUALIFICATIONS

An electronic original of the qualifications shall be prepared. One complete copy must be provided via email as a SINGLE .pdf file. Each submittal shall include a transmittal letter as a part of the file. Submittals must be printable on standard (8½” x 11”) paper. The pages of the qualification submittals must be numbered. A table of contents must be included to identify each section as instructed in this RFQC. Responses are limited to 20 printable pages or less using a minimum of size 11 font. Each SOQ shall be prepared simply and economically, providing straightforward, concise delineation of respondent’s capabilities. Irrelevant displays and promotional materials are mailto:rsawyer@gefa.ga.gov not desired. Emphasis must be on completeness, relevance, and clarity of content. NOTE: All pages shall be included in the page limit EXCEPT for the front cover, cover (transmittal letter), table of contents, and required Exhibits.

Submittals must be emailed with reference to GEFA RFQC 928-WRD26-MAPP and the words “STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS” clearly indicated on emailed message subject line. Submittals received after the time and date set for receipt are subject to rejection. Emailed Submittals shall be sent to:

Richard Sawyer Selection Facilitator

Email: rsawyer@gefa.ga.gov

All SOQ submittals, Design Services Proposals, and other submittals are considered Sealed Proposals and upon receipt become the property of GEFA. Labeling information provided in submittals “proprietary” or “confidential”, or any other designation of restricted use will not be binding upon GEFA or its representatives and will not protect the information from public view. Subject to the provisions of the Open Records Act, the details of the proposal documents will remain confidential until final award. All expenses for preparing and submitting responses are the sole cost of the party submitting the response. GEFA is not obligated to any party to reimburse such expenses.

C. RFQC CONDITIONS

1. Respondents understand and agree that GEFA is not required to select an ultimately lowest priced fee proposal and has the right to reject any and all submittals or to cancel the RFQC process at any time without any liability to GEFA or any other person, and the parties are under no obligation to make an award relating to this RFQC to any person or entity. In addition, GEFA reserves the right to evaluate only those Proposals determined to be fully responsive to the RFQC. All such decisions (including the selection of the Engineering Consultant) are ultimately to be made in the sole discretion of GEFA, for any reason or for no reason whatsoever, and GEFA is under no obligation to assign any reason for the rejection, non-review or non-acceptance of any SOQ. Under no circumstances shall this RFQC and component processes within be construed as a contractual offer.

2. Respondents understand and agree that GEFA may, in its sole discretion, judge whether any apparent conflicts of interest of respondents warrant rejection of the submittal(s) of the respondent, or other action;

and that GEFA may, in its sole discretion, request fee proposals from, and subsequently enter into an agreement with, any entity selected in this process. Furthermore, respondents shall not hold GEFA, their customers, and/or any of their respective employees, representatives, agents, attorneys, advisors or consultants liable for any reason whatsoever related to this RFQC and respondents hereby waive all such claims.

3. Respondents may make no modification, correction or withdrawal of their submissions after the submission date. By submitting, each respondent represents that: (i) it has read and understands this RFQC, (ii) its submission complies with the requirements of this RFQC, (iii) respondent has the necessary corporate/firm authority to submit its SOQ.

4. All information supplied in this RFQC is provided solely as a convenience to facilitate the selection process.

GEFA does not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of any such information supplied. In addition, respondent shall not rely on any express or implied statements, warranties or representations made.

Respondent agrees that GEFA and their employees, representatives, agents, advisors or consultants cannot be held liable for any such statements, warranties or representations or inaccuracies or incompleteness in any information provided.

5. Small and Minority Business Enterprise mailto:rsawyer@gefa.ga.gov

It is the policy of the state of Georgia that small businesses, female-owned businesses and minority businesses have a fair and equal opportunity to participate in the state purchasing process. Therefore, GEFA encourages all small businesses, female-owned businesses and minority-owned businesses to compete for, win, and receive contracts for goods, services, and construction. This desire on the part of owner is not intended to restrict or limit competitive bidding or to increase the cost of the work. GEFA supports a healthy free market system that seeks to include responsible businesses and provides ample opportunity for business growth and development. In addition to contacting GEFA, all businesses, female-owned businesses and minority businesses can also contact the Georgia Department of Administrative Services for assistance. All Respondents should be aware that contractors and subcontractors who utilize qualified minority subcontractors may qualify for a Georgia state income tax credits for qualified payments made to minority subcontractors. See O.C.G.A. § 48-7-38.

6. Drug Free Workplace

GEFA, as policy, operates all facilities as a drug-free workplace, and requires that the labor force of the consultant be drug-free. The consultant hereby acknowledges this requirement and asserts that the organization of the consultant adheres to such policy and practice. The consultant acknowledges that it may be required to produce certificates affirming its compliance of these requirements of drug-free workplace for duration of agreement term, at execution, or at any time during the term of the agreement, pursuant to the requirements of O.C.G.A. § 50-24-3.

7. Vendor Protests

A vendor who is aggrieved regarding a solicitation may communicate the grievance by letter to the selection facilitator of the solicitation with copy to the Executive Director of GEFA prior to the submittal deadline required by the solicitation. Any actual respondent who is aggrieved regarding the award of a contract may communicate the grievance by letter to the selection facilitator of the solicitation, with copy to the Executive Director of GEFA no later than 10 calendar days following the apparent award.

EXHIBIT I

STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS CERTIFICATION FORM

I, , being duly sworn, state that I am (title) of (firm) and hereby duly certify that I have read and understand the information presented in the attached statement of qualifications and any enclosure and exhibits thereto.

I further certify that to the best of my knowledge the information given in response to the Request for Qualified Contractor is full, complete and truthful.

I further certify that the submitting firm and any principal employee of the submitting firm has not, in the immediately preceding five (5) years, been convicted of any crime of moral turpitude or any felony offense, nor has had their professional license suspended, revoked or been subjected to disciplinary proceedings.

I further certify that the submitting firm has not, in the immediately preceding five (5) years, been suspended or debarred from contracting with any federal, state or local government agency, and further, that the submitting firm is not now under consideration for suspension or debarment from any such agency.

I further certify that the submitting firm has not in the immediately preceding five (5) years been defaulted in any federal, state or local government agency contract and further, that the submitting firm is not now under any notice of intent to default on any such contract.

I acknowledge, agree and authorize, and certify that the proposer acknowledges, agrees and authorizes, that the Georgia Environmental Finance Authority (“Authority”) may, by means that either deems appropriate, determine the accuracy and truth of the information provided by the proposer and that the Authority may contact any individual or entity named in the Statement of Qualifications for the purpose of verifying the information supplied therein.

I acknowledge and agree that all of the information contained in the Statement of Qualifications is submitted for the express purpose of inducing the Authority to award a contract.

I certify we have not employed or retained any company or person, other than a bona fide employee working solely for it, to solicit or secure this contract and that we have not paid or agreed to pay any person, company, corporation, individual, or firm, other than a bona fide employee working solely for us, any fee, commission, percentage, gift, or other consideration contingent upon or resulting from the award or the making of this contract.

I certify that any proposal we submit for this project shall be made without prior understanding, agreement, or connection with any corporation, firm, or person submitting or who will be submitting a separate proposal on the same project or for the same services, materials, labor, supplies, or equipment and is in all respects fair and without collusion or fraud. We understand collusive bidding is a violation of state and federal law and can result in fines, prison sentences, and civil damage awards. We agree to abide by all conditions of this solicitation.

We certify that no person associated with our firm is a member of the Board of Governor’s or officer or employee of the Authority or holds any statewide elective or appointed office. We further certify that no person who holds any state-wide elective or appointed office or who is a member of the Board of Governors or officer or employee of the Authority has been paid or promised by the firm any compensation in connection with this procurement by the Authority.

A material false statement or omission made in conjunction with this proposal is sufficient cause for suspension or debarment from further contracts, or denial of rescission of any contract entered into based upon this proposal thereby precluding the firm from doing business with, or performing work for, the State of Georgia. In addition, such false statement or omission may subject the person and entity making the proposal to criminal prosecution under the laws of the State of Georgia of the United States, including but not limited to O.C.G.A. §16-10-20, 18 U.S.C. §§1001 or 1341.

Sworn and subscribed before me

This day of , 20 .

Signature

NOTARY PUBLIC

My Commission Expires: [NOTARY SEAL]

EXHIBIT II

GEORGIA SECURITY AND IMMIGRATION COMPLIANCE ACT AFFIDAVIT

Respondent’s Name:

STATE OF GEORGIA

CONSULTANT AFFIDAVIT

By executing this affidavit, the undersigned Consultant verifies its compliance with O.C.G.A. §13-10-91, stating affirmatively that the individual, firm, or corporation which is interested in contracting with the Georgia Environmental Finance Authority (“Authority”) has registered with, is authorized to participate in, and is participating in the federal work authorization program commonly known as E-Verify,* in accordance with the applicable provisions and deadlines established in O.C.G.A. 13-10-91.

The undersigned Consultant further agrees that it will continue to use the federal work authorization program throughout the prospective contract period and, should it employ or contract with any subconsultant(s) in connection with the physical performance of services pursuant to this prospective contract with the Authority, Consultant will secure from such subconsultant(s) similar verification of compliance with O.C.G.A. § 13-10-91 on the Subconsultant Affidavit provided in Rule 300-10-01-.08 or a substantially similar form. Consultant further agrees to maintain records of such compliance and provide a copy of each such verification to the Authority at the time the subconsultant(s) is retained to perform such service.

EEV / E-VerifyTM User Identification Number Date of Authorization

BY: Authorized Officer or Agent Date (Contractor Name)

Title of Authorized Officer or Agent of Consultant

Printed Name of Authorized Officer or Agent

SUBSCRIBED AND SWORN

BEFORE ME ON THIS THE

DAY OF , 20

Notary Public

My Commission Expires:

[NOTARY SEAL]

*or any subsequent replacement operated by the United States Department of Homeland Security or any equivalent federal work authorization program operated by the United States Department of Homeland Security to verify information of newly hired employees, pursuant to the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 (IRCA), P.L. 99-603