Foreign Principal Disclosure & Regulatory Compliance

The contract requires vendors to assist in ensuring compliance with Florida Statute §288.860(1), which mandates the disclosure of affiliations with foreign principals from countries of concern. This subcontract is designed to support Florida State University in identifying and documenting any connections that vendors may have with entities or governments deemed sensitive under state law. Vendors must implement processes to collect, verify, and report relevant affiliations to meet regulatory requirements, ensuring that no prohibited foreign influence compromises state-funded initiatives or operations. The solicitation is open for response until July 16, 2026, and is classified under NAICS code 541611, indicating it falls within management consulting services. The work is being managed by Florida State University under the broader oversight of the state of Florida, and performance is expected to align with state regulatory frameworks regardless of geographic location. Subcontractors are expected to demonstrate expertise in regulatory compliance, foreign affiliation tracking, and data integrity to meet these obligations, with all submissions and reporting tied directly to the statutory requirements outlined in the statute.