The substituted service or product has the same functionality as the original proposal. The substitution does not result in an increase in price. The substitution does not violate any contract provisions or state or local procurement laws. The substitution does not result in an increase in the percentage of ineligible services or functions. The substitution is consistent with the Form 470 posting and original RFP, if any.
Similar changes are possible if they meet the above five criteria.
How to apply for a service substitution A service substitution is administered as a minor modification to an existing contract. Block 6 is a signed certification that program requirements have been met, including compliance with state and local procurement laws. Block 2 requires an attachment describing the modification proposed. False statements on the attachment carry the same penalties as indicated in Block 6 of Form 471. Service Provider Role Service Providers can substantially assist the service substitution process by submitting information about product changes that may have a large program impact, such as a modification from a discontinued model number a to new model number, that would affect a substantial number of applicants.