RFB_IS_26200770_Exhibit 6 CBE_Form.xlsx

This is a Certified Business Enterprise (CBE) Form exhibit for the State of California's forklift procurement under solicitation IS_26200770 (Contract 15739P-FORKLIFT). The Request for Bids was posted on April 1, 2026, with a submission deadline of April 23, 2026. The procurement seeks qualified vendors to supply and deliver forklift equipment meeting the state's operational requirements and defined technical specifications. Bidders must submit complete proposals that comply with mandatory equipment specifications addressing operational capabilities, safety features, and performance standards. The evaluation criteria focus on the bidder's ability to deliver equipment compliant with technical specifications at competitive pricing, along with demonstrated delivery capabilities and vendor qualifications.

The solicitation incorporates California's Certified Business Enterprise program requirements, and all bidders must complete the required CBE Form exhibit to demonstrate eligibility and certification status under the state's small business and disadvantaged business enterprise provisions. Compliance with applicable set-aside designations and disadvantaged business enterprise goals may factor into the evaluation and award process. The solicitation documents do not publicly identify specific incumbent contractors, contract term lengths, renewal options, or funding allocation amounts, suggesting these details are addressed in the full RFB package or remain confidential pending award. Prospective vendors must obtain and review all attachments, including the specifications document, bid requirements document, technical appendix, and the CBE certification form, to ensure comprehensive understanding of submission requirements prior to the April 23, 2026 deadline.