20C - AA FOR METER INFRASTRUCTURE

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Page 31 of 52 (2) The non -Federal entity may self -certify its procurement system. Such self - certification must not limit the Federal awarding agency's right to survey the system. Under a self -certification procedure, the Federal awarding agency may rely on written assurances from the non -Federal entity that it is complying with these standards. The non -Federal entity must cite specific policies, procedures, regulations, or standards as being in compliance with these requirements and have its system available for review. 200.325 Bonding requirements. For construction or facility improvement contracts or subcontracts exceeding the Simplified Acquisition Threshold, the Federal awarding agency or pass -through entity may accept the bonding policy and requirements of the non -Federal entity provided that the Federal awarding agency or pass -through entity has made a determination that the Federal interest is adequately protected. If such a determination has not been made, the minimum requirements must be as follows: (a) A bid guarantee from each bidder equivalent to five percent of the bid price. The "bid guarantee" must consist of a firm commitment such as a bid bond, certified check, or other negotiable instrument accompanying a bid as assurance that the bidder will, upon acceptance of the bid, execute such contractual documents as may be required within the time specified. (b) A performance bond on the part of the contractor for 100 percent of the contract price. A "performance bond" is one executed in connection with a contract to secure fulfillment of all the contractor's obligations under such contract. (c) A payment bond on the part of the contractor for 100 percent of the contract price. A "payment bond" is one executed in connection with a contract to assure payment as required by law of all persons supplying labor and material in the execution of the work provided for in the contract. 200.326 Contract provisions. The non -Federal entity's contracts must contain the applicable provisions described in Appendix II to Part 200—Contract Provisions for non -Federal Entity Contracts Under Federal Awards. 4. EQUIPMENT (2 CFR 200.313) See also 200.439 Equipment and other capital expenditures. (a) Title. Subject to the obligations and conditions set forth in this section, title to equipment acquired under a Federal award will vest upon acquisition in the non -Federal entity. Unless a statute specifically authorizes the Federal agency to vest title in the non -Federal entity without further obligation to the Federal Government, and the Federal agency elects to do so, the title must be a conditional title. Title must vest in the non -Federal entity subject to the following conditions: Agreement No. R20AP00075 Agreement Template 2 0 C -33 (03/2019)