NON_COLLUSION_AFFIDAVIT.pdf

This is a Non-Collusion Affidavit document associated with the CFD Stations Remodel Project for the City of Carmel, Board of Public Works and Safety in Hamilton County, Indiana. The affidavit is a standard certification form required as part of the sealed bid submission process for the project, which involves the remodel of CFD Station 345 and CFD Stations 342 and 346. Sealed bids are being accepted through the City's e-Procurement Portal at https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/carmelin, with a deadline of 10:00 am on Wednesday, September 16, 2026. This document serves as a legally binding attestation that must be completed and submitted by bidders as part of their bid package.

The Non-Collusion Affidavit requires the bidder or authorized representative to certify under oath that the bid has been prepared independently without consultation, communication, or agreement with other bidders regarding prices, bid procedures, or other matters related to the project. The affidavit also certifies that the bidder has not attempted to induce any other person or firm to submit or refrain from submitting a bid, and that no attempt has been made to secure any advantage through fraud or deception. This certification is a standard procurement requirement designed to ensure fair and competitive bidding practices and to protect the integrity of the public contracting process.