DATE: August 30, 2010
NOTICE
Pursuant to the Georgia Security and Immigration Compliance Act (the “GSICA”), Troup County may not enter into contracts for the physical performance of services within Georgia unless the contractor or subcontractor registers and participates in the E-Verify program. Contracts must contain provisions demonstrating compliance with the GSICA and affidavits of compliance required by the GSCIA must be provided which affirm that the contractor/subcontractor will use E-Verify through the contract period. Bids and proposals may not be considered if the required affidavits are not attached. Past affidavits may not be used in support of new contracts.
Troup County is also required to verify citizenship status in the provision of local public benefits. Contracts with Troup County for the purchase and sale of goods and services are considered public benefits. Accordingly, individuals and companies wishing to contract with Troup County for the provision of goods and services must provide Troup County with an Affidavit Verifying Status for County Public Benefit Application for each contract.
Affidavit forms may be obtained from the Troup County Purchasing Department or by visiting the following link : Affidavit Form 2010. Any questions may be addressed to the Troup County Purchasing Director at 706-883-1635.
EFFECTIVE APRIL 1, 2010
ANY INDIVIDUAL OR COMPANY WHO DOES NOT HAVE A CURRENT AFFIDAVIT OF COMPLIANCE AS REQUIRED BY THE GSCIA ON FILE WITH TROUP COUNTY PURCHASING DEPARTMENT OR THE COMMISSIONERS’ OFFICE CANNOT ENTER INTO A CONTRACT FOR GOODS OR SERVICES WITH TROUP COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS.