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Core Provider Agreement Form. This is a Washington form and can be use in Department Of Social And Health Services Statewide.
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CORE PROVIDER AGREEMENT
The Department of Social and Health Services (the department) administers medical assistance and medical
care programs for eligible clients. The department provides medical assistance or medical care to certain
eligible clients by enrolling eligible providers of medical services.
The department reimburses enrolled eligible providers for covered medical services, equipment, and supplies
they provide to eligible clients. To be eligible for enrollment, a provider must:
a.
b.
c.
d.
Complete the attached enrollment application;
Be an eligible provider and meet the conditions contained in WAC 388-502-0010;
Complete and sign a debarment form; and
Meet all the applicable state and/or federal licensure requirements to assure the department of
his/her qualifications to perform services under this Agreement. This includes maintaining
professional licensure in good standing without any stipulation in the provider’s license.
A provider will be considered a participating provider once the provider completes the above requirements and
signs this Agreement, the department issues a provider number, and the provider bills and accepts payment
from the department.
As a participating provider in the medical assistance and medical care programs, hereafter known as Provider,
the Provider agrees to the following:
1. Governing Law and Venue. This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of Washington. In
the event of a lawsuit involving this Agreement, venue shall be proper only in Thurston County, Washington.
The medical assistance and medical care programs are authorized and governed by Title XIX of the Social
Security Act, Title XXI of the Social Security Act, Chapter IV of Title 42 of the Code of Federal Regulations,
Chapter 74.09 of the Revised Code of Washington, and Title 388 of the Washington Administrative Code.
The Provider is subject to and shall comply with all federal and state laws, rules, and regulations and all
program policy provisions, including department numbered memoranda, billing instructions, and other
associated written department issuances in effect at the time the service is rendered, which are
incorporated into this Agreement by this reference.
2. License. The Provider shall be licensed, certified, or registered as required by State and/or Federal law.
The Provider will notify the Department within seven (7) days of learning of any adverse action initiated
against the license, certification, or registration of the Provider or any of its officers, agents, or employees.
3. Billing and Payment. The Provider agrees:
a. To submit claims for services rendered to eligible clients, as identified by the department, in accordance
with rules and billing instructions in effect at the time the service is rendered.
b. To accept as sole and complete remuneration the amount paid in accordance with the reimbursement
rate for services covered under the program, except where payment by the client is authorized by
applicable WAC. In no event shall the department be responsible, either directly or indirectly, to any
subcontractor or any other party that may provide services.
c. To be held to all the terms of this Agreement even though a third party may be involved in billing claims
to the department. It is a breach of this Agreement to discount client accounts (factor) to a third party
biller or to pay a third party biller a percentage of the amount collected.
4. Disclosure. The Provider agrees to submit full and complete disclosure on the enrollment application the
following:
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a. Ownership and control information as required by 42 Code of Federal Regulations, parts 455.100
through 455.106;
b. Identity of any person who has ownership or control interests in the Provider, or is an agent or
managing employee of the Provider who has been convicted of any felony and/or convicted of a
criminal offense (felony or misdemeanor) relating to program crimes as required by 42 Code of Federal
Regulations, part 455.106; and
c. Any denial, termination, or lack of professional liability coverage, or any change in professional liability
coverage, including restrictions, modifications, or discontinuing coverage.
At any time during the course of this Agreement, the Provider agrees to notify the department of any
material and/or substantial changes in information contained on the enrollment application given to the
department by the Provider. This notification must be made in writing within thirty (30) days of the event
triggering the reporting obligation. Material and/or substantial changes include, but are not limited to
changes in:
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
Ownership;
Licensure;
Federal tax identification number;
Additions, deletions, or replacements in group membership; and
Any change in address or telephone number.
5. Inspection; Maintenance of Records. For six (6) years from the date of services, or longer if required
specifically by law, the Provider shall:
a. Keep complete and accurate medical and fiscal records that fully justify and disclose the extent of the
services or items furnished and claims submitted to the department.
b. The Provider shall make available upon request appropriate documentation, including client records,
supporting material, and any information regarding payments claimed by the Provider, for review by the
professional staff within the department or the Secretary of the U.S. Department of Health and Human
Services. The Provider understands that failure to submit or failure to retain adequate documentation
for services billed to the department may result in recovery of payments for medical services not
adequately documented, and may result in the termination or suspension of the Provider from
participation in the medical assistance and medical care programs.
6. Audit or Investigation. Audits or investigation may be conducted to determine compliance with the rules
and regulations of the program. If an audit or investigation is initiated, the Provider shall retain all original
records and supportive materials until the audit is completed and all issues are resolved even if the period
of retention extends beyond the required 6 year period.
7. Disputes. Either party who has a dispute concerning this Agreement may request an administrative review
hearing in accordance with applicable WAC.
8. Termination. The department shall deny, suspend, or terminate the Provider’s enrollment for cause
according to applicable WAC. Either the department or the Provider may terminate this agreement for
convenience at any time upon 30 days written notification to the other. In the event that funding from state,
federal, or other sources is withdrawn, reduced, or limited in any way, the department may terminate this
Agreement. If this Agreement is terminated for any reason, the Department shall pay only for services
authorized and provided through the date of termination.
9. Advance Directives. Hospitals, nursing facilities, providers of home health care and personal care
services, hospices and HMO’s must comply with the advance directive requirements as required by 42
Code of Federal Regulations, parts 489, subpart 1, and 417.436.
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10. Provider Not Employee Or Agent. The Provider or its directors, officers, partners, employees and agents
are not employees or agents of the department.
11. Assignment. The Provider may not assign this Agreement, or any rights or obligations contained in this
Agreement, to a third party without the written consent of the department.
12. Confidentiality. The Provider may use Personal Information and other information gained by reason of
this Agreement only for the purpose of this Agreement. The Provider shall not disclose, transfer, or sell
any such information to any party, except as provided by law.
13. Indemnification and Hold Harmless. The Provider shall be responsible for and shall indemnify and hold
the department harmless from all liability resulting from the acts or omissions of the Provider or any
subcontractor.
14. Severability. The provisions of the Agreement are severable. If any provision of the Agreement is held
invalid by any court, that invalidity shall not affect the other provisions of this Agreement and the invalid
provision shall be considered modified to conform to existing law.
15. Certification. This is to certify that the information provided in support of this agreement is true and
accurate and I completely understand that any falsification or concealment of a material fact may be
prosecuted under Federal and State Laws. Willful misstatement of any material fact in the enrollment
application may result in criminal prosecution. I acknowledge that this is being signed under the penalties
of perjury and understand that the department is relying on the accuracy of the information I have
presented. I agree to abide by the terms of this Agreement including all applicable federal and state
statutes, rules, and policies.
SIGNATURE OF PROVIDER OR OWNER/MANAGER
TITLE
DATE
If provider is a legal entity other than a person, the person signing the provider agreement on behalf of the
Provider warrants that he/she has legal authority to bind Provider.
FULL NAME (PRINTED)
PROVIDER SPECIALTY
Mail completed Enrollment Application and copies of licenses to:
Provider Enrollment
PO Box 45562
Olympia WA 98504-5562
Questions? Toll-Free 1-800-562-3022
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CURRENT PROVIDER NUMBER
ENROLLMENT APPLICATION
Provider must notify the Department within seven (7) days of learning of any adverse action or within
thirty (30) days of any status changes to information provided in this agreement. A change in
ownership cancels this agreement and a new agreement and provider number must be requested.
Providers are required to submit copies of current licensure upon renewal
PROVIDERS PRACTICING UNDER AN INDIVIDUAL PROVIDER NUMBER: The agreement must be signed by the
individual practitioner. Section I and II must be completed.
PROVIDERS PRACTICING UNDER A GROUP PROVIDER NUMBER: The agreement must be signed by the Clinic
Manager. Section I must be completed for the Clinic Facility; Section II must be completed for each provider practicing
under the group number. Additional spaces for Section II are printed on Page 4 of this application.
PHARMACIES: The agreement must be signed by the Owner or Manager of the pharmacy. Section II must be
completed for each pharmacist practicing under the pharmacy provider number.
HOSPITALS: The agreement is to be signed by the Hospital Administrator. Section I is to be completed by the facility.
SUPPLY, AMBULANCE, OPTICAL OR TRANSPORTATION COMPANIES: The agreement must be signed by the
Owner or Manager of the company. Section I is to be completed for the company.
Mail completed Enrollment Application and copies of licenses to: Provider Enrollment, PO Box 45562, Olympia
WA 98504-5562. Questions? Toll-Free 1-800-562-3022.
I. TO BE COMPLETED BY ALL PROVIDERS (Complete all blocks, where appropriate.)
NAME OF OWNER
EFFECTIVE DATE
BUSINESS NAME
BUSINESS TELEPHONE
MAILING ADDRESS
PHYSICAL BUSINESS ADDRESS
TYPE OF PRACTICE
SPECIALTY
PROFESSIONAL LICENSE NUMBER
BUSINESS FAX
STATE
NCPDP NUMBER
MEDICARE PROVIDER NUMBER
SIGNATURE OF AUTHORIZED AGENT
IRS NUMBER
NPI
SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER
SIGNATURE OF AUTHORIZED AGENT
II. TO BE COMPLETED BY EACH PROVIDER PRACTICING UNDER THE ABOVE PROVIDER NAME/NUMBER
(Please see Page 4 if additional space is needed.)
NAME
PROFESSIONAL LICENSE NO.
STATE
MEDICARE PROVIDER NUMBER
NPI
TYPE OF PRACTICE
SPECIALTY
SUBSPECIALTY
SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER
DEA (NARCOTIC) NUMBER
MEDICAID PROVIDER NUMBER
GENDER (Check one)
Male
DATE OF BIRTH
SIGNATURE
Female
PROFESSIONAL LICENSE NO.
NAME
STATE
MEDICARE PROVIDER NUMBER
NPI
TYPE OF PRACTICE
SPECIALTY
SUBSPECIALTY
SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER
DEA (NARCOTIC) NUMBER
MEDICAID PROVIDER NUMBER
GENDER (Check one)
Male
DATE OF BIRTH
SIGNATURE
Female
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III. TO BE COMPLETED BY ALL PROVIDERS
Yes
Yes
No
Yes
1.
No
No
Has any provider of service included on this agreement ever been convicted of a felony?
If yes, please explain, include dates, charges and final disposition of charges.
2.
Has any provider of service included on this agreement ever been denied malpractice
insurance?
If yes, please explain, including date(s), of denial and reinstatement date(s)
3.
Does any provider of service included on this agreement have any restrictions placed upon
his/her license?
If yes, explain, including date(s), of restriction period.
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These instructions are designed to clarify certain questions on the disclosure of or change in ownership form.
No instructions have been given for the questions, considered self-explanatory.
Completion and submission of this form is a condition of participation and full and accurate disclosure
of ownership and financial interest is required. A failure to submit the requested information may
result in a refusal by the State agency to enter into an agreement or contract with the individual
and/or entity or in termination of any existing agreements.
Please answer all questions as of the current date. If additional space is needed please use an
attached sheet.
I.
Under identifying information, specify in what capacity the entity is doing business as
(DBA), example, name or trade or corporation.
II.
List the names of all individuals and organizations having possession of stock, equity in
capital or any interest in the profits of the disclosing entity. (Government owned, tribal, and
school based entities may enter N/A.)
III.
List the names of all individuals with an ownership or control interest in a subcontractor (a
person who or business that contracts to provide some service or material necessary for
the performance of your contract).
IV.
List the names of any officer, owner, agent or managing employee who has been convicted
of a criminal offense related to that person’s involvement in any program under Medicare,
Medicaid, or the Title XVIII, XIX, or XX.
V.
List individuals who have been suspended or debarred from participation in Medicare,
Medicaid, or the Title XVIII, XIX, or XX services programs. These individuals would have
been placed on the federal Office of the Inspector General, Health and Human Services
(OIG/HHS) exclusions list. The current list to excluded individuals can be found at:
http://exclusions.oig.hhs.gov/search.aspx
VI.
Indicate any anticipated changes within the next year and list the names of the Board of
Directors.
VII.
Enter the name of the person completing the form along with their title and enter the date
the form was completed.
Federal statues and regulations clearly prohibit States from paying for items or
services furnished, ordered or prescribed by excluded persons. States are required to
search the exclusions database not only by the name of an entity seeking to participate
in the program, but also by the name of any owner or managing employee.
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DISCLOSURE OF OR CHANGE IN
OWNERSHIP AND CONTROL INTEREST STATEMENT
I. Identifying Information
Initial Enrollment
Existing Medicaid Provider Number(s)
NPI
Taxonomy
Change
NAME OF INDIVIDUAL AND FACILITY OR ORGANIZATION
PHYSICAL ADDRESS
FAX NUMBER
PHONE NUMBER
MAILING ADDRESS
DBA NAME
SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER
FEDERAL TAX ID
Entity
Govt Owner
Sole Proprietor
LLC
Entity
For-Profit Corp
Non-Profit Corp
Partnership
Other
Specify
II. Ownership and Control Information
List each office and/or individual, organization, corporation or entity that has direct or indirect ownership or
controlling interest, separately or in combination, amounting to an ownership interest of 5% or more of the
provider entity. Attach additional pages as necessary.
NAME AND TITLE
SSN/TIN
PERCENTAGE
SSN/TIN
PERCENTAGE
SSN/TIN
PERCENTAGE
SSN/TIN
PERCENTAGE
SSN/TIN
PERCENTAGE
ADDRESS
NAME AND TITLE
ADDRESS
NAME AND TITLE
ADDRESS
NAME AND TITLE
ADDRESS
NAME AND TITLE
ADDRESS
List those persons named that are related to each other (spouse, parent, child, or sibling)
NAME
RELATIONSHIP
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III. Subcontractor Information
List each person with an ownership or control interest in any subcontractor in which the disclosing entity has
direct or indirect ownership of 5% or more. Attach additional pages as necessary.
NAME AND TITLE
SSN/TIN
PERCENTAGE
SSN/TIN
PERCENTAGE
SSN/TIN
PERCENTAGE
ADDRESS
NAME AND TITLE
ADDRESS
NAME AND TITLE
ADDRESS
Does any owner of the disclosing entity also have an ownership or controlling interest 5% or more in any other
entity?
NAME AND TITLE
SSN/TIN
PERCENTAGE
SSN/TIN
PERCENTAGE
SSN/TIN
PERCENTAGE
ADDRESS
NAME AND TITLE
ADDRESS
NAME AND TITLE
ADDRESS
IV. Criminal Offenses
List each officer and/or individual who has ownership or control interest in the disclosing entity, or is an agent or
managing employee of the disclosing entity and has been convicted of a criminal offense related to that person’s
involvement in any program under Medicare, Medicaid or Title XVIII, XIX, or XX, since the inception of those
program. Attach additional pages as necessary.
NAME AND TITLE
SSN/TIN
PERCENTAGE
SSN/TIN
PERCENTAGE
SSN/TIN
PERCENTAGE
ADDRESS
NAME AND TITLE
ADDRESS
NAME AND TITLE
ADDRESS
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V. Suspension or Debarment
Have you, any of your employees, or, any individual who has an ownership or controlling interest in the
disclosing entity ever been placed on the federal Office of the Inspector General, Health and Human Services
(OIG/HHS) exclusions list or otherwise been suspended or debarred from participation in Medicare, Medicaid or
Title XVIII, XIX, or XX services programs. If yes, list each person below. Attach additional pages as necessary.
NAME AND TITLE
SSN/TIN
PERCENTAGE
SSN/TIN
PERCENTAGE
SSN/TIN
PERCENTAGE
SSN/TIN
PERCENTAGE
SSN/TIN
PERCENTAGE
ADDRESS
NAME AND TITLE
ADDRESS
VI. Status Changes
Is a change of ownership anticipated within the next year?
Yes
No
Is this facility operated by a management company or leased in
whole or party by another organization?
Yes
No
Yes
No
If yes, list date of change in operations:
Has there been a past bankruptcy or do you anticipate filing for
bankruptcy within the next year?
If yes, when?
List each of the Board of Directors of the disclosing entity. Attach additional pages as necessary.
NAME AND TITLE
ADDRESS
NAME AND TITLE
ADDRESS
NAME AND TITLE
ADDRESS
Who ever knowingly and willfully makes or causes to be made a false statement or representation of this
statement, may be prosecuted under applicable federal or state laws. In addition, knowingly and willfully failing
to fully and accurately disclose the information requested may result in denial of a request to participate or
where the entity already participates, a termination of its agreement or contract with the appropriate state
agency. By signature I certify that the information provided within, is true and correct and I fully understand the
consequences as explained above.
VII. SIGNATURE AND TITLE OF INDIVIDUAL COMPLETING THIS FORM
DATE
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TO BE COMPLETED BY EACH PROVIDER PRACTICING UNDER THE ABOVE PROVIDER NAME/NUMBER
NAME
PROFESSIONAL LICENSE NO.
STATE
MEDICARE PROVIDER NUMBER
NPI
TYPE OF PRACTICE
SPECIALTY
SUBSPECIALTY
SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER
DEA (NARCOTIC) NUMBER
MEDICAID PROVIDER NUMBER
GENDER (Check one)
Male
DATE OF BIRTH
SIGNATURE
Female
NAME
PROFESSIONAL LICENSE NO.
STATE
MEDICARE PROVIDER NUMBER
NPI
TYPE OF PRACTICE
SPECIALTY
SUBSPECIALTY
SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER
DEA (NARCOTIC) NUMBER
MEDICAID PROVIDER NUMBER
GENDER (Check one)
Male
DATE OF BIRTH
SIGNATURE
Female
NAME
PROFESSIONAL LICENSE NO.
STATE
MEDICARE PROVIDER NUMBER
NPI
TYPE OF PRACTICE
SPECIALTY
SUBSPECIALTY
SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER
DEA (NARCOTIC) NUMBER
MEDICAID PROVIDER NUMBER
GENDER (Check one)
Male
DATE OF BIRTH
SIGNATURE
Female
NAME
PROFESSIONAL LICENSE NO.
STATE
MEDICARE PROVIDER NUMBER
NPI
TYPE OF PRACTICE
SPECIALTY
SUBSPECIALTY
SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER
DEA (NARCOTIC) NUMBER
MEDICAID PROVIDER NUMBER
GENDER (Check one)
Male
DATE OF BIRTH
SIGNATURE
Female
NAME
PROFESSIONAL LICENSE NO.
STATE
MEDICARE PROVIDER NUMBER
NPI
TYPE OF PRACTICE
SPECIALTY
SUBSPECIALTY
SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER
DEA (NARCOTIC) NUMBER
MEDICAID PROVIDER NUMBER
GENDER (Check one)
Male
DATE OF BIRTH
SIGNATURE
Female
NAME
PROFESSIONAL LICENSE NO.
STATE
MEDICARE PROVIDER NUMBER
NPI
TYPE OF PRACTICE
SPECIALTY
SUBSPECIALTY
SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER
DEA (NARCOTIC) NUMBER
MEDICAID PROVIDER NUMBER
GENDER (Check one)
Male
DATE OF BIRTH
SIGNATURE
Female
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT DEBARMENT
What is “Debarment, Suspension, Ineligibility, and Voluntary Exclusion”?
These terms refer to the status of a person that cannot contract with or receive grants from a federal agency.
In order to be debarred, suspended, ineligible, or voluntarily excluded, you must:
•
Have had a contract or grant with a federal agency, and
•
Have gone through some process where the federal agency notified or attempted to notify you that you
could not contract with the federal agency
•
Generally, this process occurs where you, the contractor, are not qualified or are not adequately
performing under a contract, or have violated a regulation or law pertaining to the contract.
Why am I required to sign this certification?
You are requesting a contract or grant with DSHS. Federal law (Executive Order 12549) requires DSHS to
ensure that persons or companies that contract with DSHS are not prohibited from having federal contracts.
What is Executive Order 12549?
Executive Order 12549 refers to Federal Executive Order Number 12549. The executive order was signed by
the President of the United States and directed federal agencies to ensure that federal agencies, and any state
or other agency receiving federal funds were not contracting or awarding grants to persons, organizations, or
companies who have been excluded from participating in federal contracts or grants.
What does the word “proposal” mean when referred to in this certification?
Proposal means a solicited or unsolicited bid, application, request, invitation to consider or similar
communication from you to DSHS.
What or who is “lower tier participant”?
Lower tier participant means a person or organization that submits a proposal, enters into contracts with, or
receives a grant from DSHS, OR any subcontractor of a contract with DSHS. If you hire subcontractors, you
should require them to sign a certification and keep it with your subcontract.
What is a covered transaction when referred to in this certification?
Covered Transaction means a contract, oral or written agreement, grant, or any other arrangement where you
contract with or received money from DSHS. Covered Transaction does not include mandatory entitlements
and individual benefits.
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NAME
DOING BUSINESS AS (DBA)
ADDRESS
WASHINGTON UNIFORM BUSINESS IDENTIFER (UBI)
FEDERAL EMPLOYER ID NUMBER
This certification is submitted as part of a request to contract. The applicable Procurement or Solicitation
Number, if any, is
Instructions For Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension, Ineligibility and Voluntary
Exclusion- -Lower Tier Covered Transactions
READ CAREFULLY BEFORE SIGNING THE CERTIFICATION. Federal regulations require contractors and
bidders to sign and abide by the terms of this certification, without modification, in order to participate in certain
transactions directly or indirectly involving federal funds.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
By signing and submitting this proposal, the prospective lower tier participant is providing the certification set out below.
The certification in this clause is a material representation of fact upon which reliance was placed when this transaction was
entered into. If it is later determined that the prospective lower tier participant knowingly rendered an erroneous certification, in
addition to other remedies available to the Federal Government the department or agency with which this transaction originated
may pursue available remedies, including suspension and/or debarment.
The prospective lower tier participant shall provide immediate written notice to the person to which this proposal is submitted if at
any time the prospective lower tier participant learns that its certification was erroneous when submitted or had become erroneous
by reason of changed circumstances.
The terms covered transaction, debarred, suspended, ineligible, lower tier covered transaction, participant, person, primary
covered transaction, principal, proposal and voluntarily excluded as used in this clause, have the meaning set out in the Definitions
and Coverage sections of rules implementing Executive Order 12549. You may contact the person to which this proposal is
submitted for assistance in obtaining a coy of those regulations.
The prospective lower tier participant agrees by submitting this proposal that, should the proposed covered transaction be entered
into, I shall not knowingly enter into any lower tier covered transaction with a person who is proposed for debarment under 48 CRF
part 9, subpart 9.4, debarred, suspended, declared ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from participation in this covered transaction,
unless authorized by the department or agency with which this transaction originated.
The prospective lower tier participant further agrees by submitting this proposal that it will include this clause titled “Certification
Regarding Debarment, Suspension, Ineligibility and Voluntary Exclusion- -Lower Tier Covered Transaction,” without modification,
in all lower tier covered transactions and in all solicitations for lower tier covered transactions.
A participant in a covered transition may rely upon a certification of a prospective participant in a lower tier covered transaction
that it is not proposed for debarment under 48 CFR part 9, subpart 9.4, debarred, suspended, ineligible, or voluntarily excluded
from covered transactions unless it knows that the certification is erroneous. A participant may decide the method and frequency
by which it determines the eligibility of its principals. Each participant may, but is not required to, check the LIST of Parties
Excluded from Federal Procurement and Nonprocurement Programs.
Nothing contained in the foregoing shall be construed to require establishment of a system of records in order to render in good
faith the certification required by this clause. The knowledge and information of a participant is not required to exceed that which
is normally possessed by a prudent person in the ordinary course of business dealings.
Except for transactions authorized under paragraph 5 of these instructions, if a participant in a covered transaction knowingly
enters into a lower tier covered transaction with a person who is proposed for debarment under 48 CFR part 9, subpart 9.4,
suspended debarred, ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from participation in this transaction, in addition to other remedies available
to the Federal Government, the department or agency with which this transaction originated may pursue available remedies,
including suspension and/or debarment.
Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension, Ineligibility and
Voluntary Exclusion- - Lower Tier Covered Transactions
1.
The prospective lower tier participant certifies, by submission of this proposal, that neither it nor its principals is
presently debarred, suspended, proposed for debarment, declared in eligible, or voluntarily excluded from
participation in this transaction by any Federal department or agency.
2.
Where the prospective lower tier participant is unable to certify to any of the statements in this certification, such
prospective participant shall attach an explanation to this proposal.
BIDDER OR CONTRACTOR SIGNATURE
DATE
PRINT NAME AND TITLE
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