Legal Requirements All applicable Federal and State laws and County ordinances that in any manner affect the items covered herein apply. Lack of knowledge by the Bidder shall in no way be a cause for relief from responsibility. A. Contractors doing business with the County are prohibited from discriminating against any employees, applicant, or client because of race, religion, color, disability, national origin, gender, or age with regard to but not limited to the following: employment practices, rates of pay or other compensation methods, and training selection. B. Businesses wishing to participate in the County procurement process as an Orange County Certified M/WBE firm are required to complete a certification application to attain recognition as such. You may contact the Procurement Division or the Business Development Division for information and assistance.