Common use of Certification procedure Clause in Contracts

Certification procedure. Insert program jurisdiction will provide certification for individuals and business concerns seeking recognition as a Section 3 resident or Section 3 business concern as defined in this Section 3 Plan. The insert program jurisdiction will administer the Section 3 certification program. Any individual or business concern seeking Section 3 preferences in the awarding of contracts or purchase agreements shall complete appropriate certification forms and provide documentation as evidence of eligibility for preference under Section 3. An individual or business concern may apply for certification as a Section 3 resident or Section 3 business concerns either prior to bidding for insert program jurisdiction work or during the actual bidding process. Any business concern that submits certification for preference after recipient of bid will not be considered eligible for Section 3 preference in the evaluation of that specific bid award. Certification for Section 3 preference for business concerns must be received by the insert program jurisdiction prior to the submission of bids or along with the bid. Certification for eligibility as a Section 3 resident may be made at any time.