Nepotism.pdf

This is a Nepotism Compliance Form required by the City of Carmel Board of Public Works and Safety for Invitation for Bid (IFB-2026-005) for the procurement of eight police vehicles in 2026. The form requires bidders to certify whether the contractor (individual) or any person who wholly or partially owns the contractor (business) is a relative of either the Mayor of Carmel, Indiana, or a member of the Carmel City Council, as defined by Indiana Code 36-1-21-3. Bidders must select one of two compliance statements: either confirming they do not have a relative serving as Mayor or City Council member, or disclosing all such relatives by name if a familial relationship exists. The form requires completion and signature by an authorized representative with printed name and date, and must be submitted as part of the sealed bid package to the City's e-Procurement Portal no later than 9:00 a.m. on Wednesday, March 18, 2026.

The nepotism certification is a mandatory compliance requirement for all bidders participating in this eight-vehicle police procurement and must be notarized or submitted as part of the required bid documentation. The current Mayor is identified as Sue Finkam. Failure to accurately complete this form or disclosure of undisclosed familial relationships could result in bid rejection or disqualification. This compliance measure ensures adherence to Indiana Code Chapter 36-1-21, which governs nepotism in municipal contracting and procurement activities.