Nepotism.pdf

This is a Nepotism Certification form required by the City of Carmel, Indiana, Board of Public Works and Safety for the Carmel Fire Department Vehicles IFB 2026. The form is mandated under Indiana Code Chapter 36-1-21 and requires contractors to disclose any familial relationships with the Mayor of Carmel or members of the Carmel City Council. Bidders must certify their compliance status by selecting one of two options: either confirming they have no relatives in these positions, or identifying specific relatives if such relationships exist. The form requires the signature and date of an authorized representative and must be included with bid submissions for the procurement of fire department vehicles, with sealed bids due by 9:00 am on Wednesday, May 20, 2026.

The form contains two compliance declaration options and spaces for identifying any relatives serving as Mayor Sue Finkam or City Council members if applicable. Contractors bidding on either or both groups of vehicles—consisting of three 2026 Chevrolet Traverse LT AWD units and two 2026 Chevrolet Tahoe SSV 4x4 5.3 V8 units—must complete and return this certification as part of their bid submission through the City's e-Procurement Portal at https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/carmelin. Failure to provide accurate disclosure regarding familial relationships may result in bid rejection or disqualification.