Bidder Declaration Form GSPD-05-105 – Fill Out and Sign Online

Bidder Declaration Form (GSPD-05-105) PDF Details

The GSPD-05-105, known as the Bidder Declaration form, is a mandatory procurement document issued by California's Department of General Services (DGS), Procurement Division. Prime contractors must complete this two-page form when bidding on California state contracts. It discloses subcontractor use, business certification status, and each party's role in fulfilling the contract.

Who Must Complete This Form

Any prime contractor submitting a sealed bid for a California state contract is required to complete the GSPD-05-105. The requirement applies whether or not the contractor uses subcontractors. The completed declaration must be included with every qualifying state procurement bid submission.

Required Information

The declaration requires prime bidders to disclose the following details about their team and subcontractors:

• California certification status: Microbusiness (MB), Small Business (SB), Nonprofit Veteran Service Agency (NVSA), or Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE)
• Names, contact information, and scope of work for each listed subcontractor
• Each subcontractor's percentage of the total bid price
• Confirmation that all subcontractors hold active licenses and are in good standing
• DVBE ownership and equipment documentation when veteran business participation is claimed

The Commercially Useful Function Standard

A key requirement of the GSPD-05-105 is proving that each listed subcontractor performs a "commercially useful function." This means subcontractors must contribute genuine, meaningful work to the contract. Procurement contracts cannot be routed through a small business or DVBE entity just to meet diversity participation goals without that entity adding real value. The DGS reviews compliance with this standard during contract performance.

DVBE Participation and Equipment Verification

California state contracts with a DVBE participation goal require bidders to document how veteran-owned businesses will contribute. The form includes specific fields to verify that DVBEs own and operate the equipment they use on the contract. This confirms genuine veteran business participation rather than a certification-only arrangement.

Legal Obligations When Signing

Signing the GSPD-05-105 carries significant legal weight. The prime contractor certifies under penalty of perjury that all submitted information is accurate. False or misleading entries can result in bid disqualification, contract termination, or legal action under California's Public Contract Code. Reviewing every field carefully before submission is essential.

Form Revision and Issuing Authority

The current revision of this form is GSPD-05-105, Rev. 08/09, issued by the California Department of General Services, Procurement Division. Contractors should verify they are using the current revision before including it in any bid package.