All 50 State Government Procurement Portals for B2G Vendors

Every state runs its own show when it comes to procurement, and that trips up a lot of new vendors. There's no SAM.gov for states, so each one has its own portal, its own rules, and its own registration process. 

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This list breaks down all 50 state government procurement platforms, so you know exactly where to register, what's mandatory, and where to look for local and municipal bids in each one. 

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1. Alabama

Official portal: Alabama Buys
Registration required?: Yes, mandatory to bid on state agency contracts
Local/municipal bids covered by: BidNet Direct (alabama portal)

How it works:
Alabama Buys is the state's eProcurement system, run by the Department of Finance's Division of Purchasing. It replaced older paper-based processes and now handles vendor registration, solicitation notices, and bid responses in one platform.

• Register as a supplier through Alabama Buys to receive bid notifications.
• STAARS Vendor Self-Service handles payments and vendor profile updates separately.
• Certifications available include DBE, MBE, and WBE for set-asides.
• Some agencies and universities (e.g., UAB) run independent supplier portals.
• City and county bids largely run through BidNet Direct instead.

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2. Alaska

Official portal: Alaska Office of Procurement and Property Management
Registration required?: Yes, mandatory to bid on state agency contracts
Local/municipal bids covered by: BidNet Direct (alaska portal)

How it works:
Alaska posts solicitations through its Online Public Notices system, while vendor accounts, payments, and electronic bid responses run through Vendor Self Service (VSS). Registration is handled by the Department of Administration's Vendor Help Desk.

• Register through Vendor Self Service (VSS) to respond to solicitations.
• Watch the Online Public Notices site directly for open bids.
• Large construction bids may also require AASHTOWare Project Vendor ID.
• Turnaround for new vendor numbers is typically 3-5 business days.
• City and borough-level bids run mostly through BidNet Direct.

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3. Arizona

Official portal: Arizona Procurement Portal (APP) ‍

Registration required?: Yes, mandatory to bid on state agency contracts

‍Local/municipal bids covered by: BidNet Direct (arizona portal) (APP) is the state's centralized e-Procurement system, run by the State Procurement Office.

How it works:

Vendors register once to subscribe to solicitations, view contracts, and submit confidential bid information across more than 100 state agencies.

• Complete both Part 1 and Part 2 of registration to participate in solicitations.
• Subscribe to receive RFQs, IFBs, and RFPs matching your business type.
• Arizona's Cooperative Program lets local governments use state contracts too.
• Registration alone does not guarantee contracts; active bidding is still required.
• Contact individual agencies directly for smaller or specialized opportunities.

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4. Arkansas

Official portal: ARBuy (moving to Ariba mid-2026) 

Registration required?: Yes, mandatory to bid on state agency contracts 

Local/municipal bids covered by: BidNet Direct (arkansas portal)

How it works: Arkansas splits vendor registration across two systems: Arkansas Vendor Services for tax and payment setup, and ARBuy for actual solicitation notices and bid responses. The state is transitioning to a new Ariba-based eProcurement system in 2026.

• Register with Arkansas Vendor Services first to get an AASIS vendor number.
• Separately register in ARBuy to respond to active solicitations.
• Arkansas APEX Accelerator offers free help navigating both systems.
• University System entities (e.g., University of Arkansas) register vendors separately.
• Expect a full system change to Ariba sometime in 2026.

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5. California

Official portal: Cal eProcure 

Registration required?: Yes, mandatory to bid on state agency contracts 

Local/municipal bids covered by: BidNet Direct (california portal) for state contracting, run by the Department of General Services. It consolidates bid opportunities, small business/DVBE certification, and past purchase data into one portal.

How it works:

• Register as a bidder to view and respond to the California State Contracts Register.
• Apply for SB/DVBE certification directly through the same portal.
• Search statewide Leveraged Procurement Agreements (LPAs) for pre-negotiated contracts.
• Review past purchases (SCPRS) to benchmark pricing and identify buyers.
• Local and county-level opportunities are posted on separate municipal portals.

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6. Colorado

Official portal: Colorado VSS (Vendor Self Service) 

Registration required?: Yes, mandatory to bid on state agency contracts 

Local/municipal bids covered by: BidNet Direct / Rocky Mountain E-Purchasing System (colorado portal)

How it works: Colorado's procurement is decentralized, meaning most state agencies run their own solicitations, but all of them post through the shared ColoradoVSS system. Vendors register once and can then track opportunities across the many separate agencies.

• Register in ColoradoVSS with your W-9 information ready.
• Search using agency-specific keywords since procurement is decentralized.
• Higher education institutions often post solicitations in VSS too.
• Cross-reference the state's Transparency Online Project (TOPS) for contract data.
• Local and county governments mostly use the Rocky Mountain E-Purchasing System.

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7. Connecticut

Official portal: CTsource 

Registration required?: Yes, mandatory to bid on state agency contracts 

Local/municipal bids covered by: Individual municipal purchasing departments

How it works: CTsource is Connecticut's state contracting portal, replacing the older BizNet system in 2020. It hosts all executive branch solicitations and contracts in one place, and you don't need an account just to browse open bids.

• Browse the Bid Board freely; no registration needed to view.
• Register only when ready to submit a response to a solicitation.
• Contractor Prequalification is required separately for construction projects over $500,000.
• Supplier Diversity Program certification is managed through the same DAS office.
• Municipalities and boards of education generally run independent procurement.

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8. Delaware

Official portal: MyMarketplace 

Registration required?: No formal requirement to view; free registration needed for alerts and bidding 

Local/municipal bids covered by: BidNet Direct (delaware portal)

How it works: MyMarketplace is Delaware's central procurement portal, covering how the state buys, how vendors compete for contracts, and what rules agencies must follow, all from one site.

• Register for free to receive alerts matched to your business categories.
• Browse the Solicitations Directory for open RFPs, ITBs, and RFIs without an account.
• Review awarded contracts directly for competitive intelligence.
• Use the Vendor Registration Help page for step-by-step registration guidance.
• Counties and municipalities largely run their own separate procurement.

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9. Florida

Official portal: MyFloridaMarketPlace (MFMP) 

Registration required?: Yes, mandatory for anyone doing business with or receiving payment from the state 

Registration cost: Free to register; 1% transaction fee applies to payments 

Local/municipal bids covered by: BidNet Direct (florida portal) and invoicing system, managed by the Department of Management Services. Registration is required even for vendors not actively bidding, since it's also how the state processes payments.

• Register in MFMP's Vendor Information Portal (VIP) with company and commodity code details.
• A 1% transaction fee applies to payments made through state contracts.
• Bidders must be registered by the bid opening date or are considered non-responsive.
• Substitute W-9 upload is required as part of registration.
• Local governments and school districts run separate procurement systems.

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10. Georgia

Official portal: Team Georgia Marketplace (TGM) 

Registration required?: Yes, mandatory to bid on state agency contracts 

Local/municipal bids covered by: Georgia Procurement Registry (GPR) and BidNet Direct (georgia portal)

How it works: Team Georgia Marketplace is a PeopleSoft-based e-business system connecting state buyers and suppliers, run by the Department of Administrative Services. It manages purchasing for over 80 state agencies and the University System of Georgia.

• Register once in TGM to respond to opportunities across state agencies.
• Check the Georgia Procurement Registry for state and local bid notices.
• University System of Georgia uses a separate Jaggaer-based bidding tool.
• State purchasing exceeds $6 billion annually across goods and services.
• Local governments and school boards often post independently on GPR.

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11. Hawaii

Official portal: HIePRO 

Registration required?: Yes, mandatory to bid on state agency contracts 

Local/municipal bids covered by: BidNet Direct (hawaii portal); County of Hawai'i is also transitioning to OpenGov directly

How it works: HIePRO is Hawaii's eProcurement system, maintained through eHawaii.gov and hosted by Tyler Technologies. Solicitations posted here also flow into the statewide Hawaii Awards and Notices Data System (HANDS) for public search.

• Create a free eHawaii.gov account before registering as a vendor.
• Add commodity codes carefully; email alerts only match exact code descriptions.
• Search HANDS by keyword if you don't have a HIePRO account yet.
• Counties (Hawaii, Maui, Kauai, Honolulu) run separate procurement systems.
• County of Hawai'i is currently transitioning to OpenGov for its own bids.

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12. Idaho

Official portal: Idaho Division of Purchasing 

Registration required?: Yes, mandatory to bid on state agency contracts 

Local/municipal bids covered by: BidNet Direct (idaho portal)

How it works: Idaho's Division of Purchasing manages statewide vendor registration and solicitation postings directly through its own site rather than a separately branded eProcurement platform.

• Register as a vendor directly through the Division of Purchasing site.
• Browse open solicitations without needing an account first.
• Idaho Transportation Department runs a separate vendor list for construction.
• Certification programs are more limited than larger states; confirm requirements directly.
• Local governments and school districts largely procure independently.

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13. Illinois

Official portal: BidBuy 

Registration required?: Yes, mandatory to bid on state agency contracts 

Local/municipal bids covered by: BidNet Direct (illinois portal) eProcurement system for state agencies, universities, and some local government entities, managed by the Department of Central Management Services.

How it works:

• Register once in BidBuy to access solicitations across participating agencies.
• Set up commodity code alerts to be notified of matching bids automatically.
• Public universities in Illinois often post through BidBuy as well.
• Certification programs (BEP, VBP) are managed through separate state offices.
• Cities like Chicago run entirely separate procurement portals.

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14. Indiana

Official portal: Indiana Department of Administration 

Registration required?: Yes, mandatory to bid on state agency contracts 

Local/municipal bids covered by: BidNet Direct (indiana portal) under the Department of Administration handles vendor registration and posts solicitations directly on IDOA's own website rather than a heavily branded third-party platform.

How it works:

• Register as a vendor through the IDOA procurement page.
• Review the Indiana Transparency Portal for spending and contract data.
• INDOT (transportation) manages its own separate bidding process.
• Certification for MBE/WBE/VBE runs through the Indiana Department of Administration.
• Local governments and school corporations procure independently.

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15. Iowa

Official portal: Iowa Department of Administrative Services eMarketplace 

Registration required?: Yes, mandatory to bid on state agency contracts 

Local/municipal bids covered by: BidNet Direct (iowa portal) (DAS) runs the state's centralized procurement, with supplier registration historically handled through a SciQuest/Jaggaer-based portal linked from the DAS site.

• Register as a supplier through the DAS-linked registration portal.
• Review current bid opportunities directly on the DAS procurement page.
• Iowa DOT and universities may run separate vendor registration.
• Targeted small business programs are managed through Iowa Economic Development.
• Cities and counties generally procure independently of the state system.

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16. Kansas

Official portal: Kansas SMART Supplier Portal 

Registration required?: Yes, mandatory to bid on state agency contracts 

Local/municipal bids covered by: BidNet Direct (kansas portal) and procurement through its SMART financial system's supplier portal, run by the Department of Administration's Office of Procurement and Contracts.

• Register through the SMART Supplier Portal to view and respond to bids.
• Cooperative Contract services offer pre-negotiated pricing vendors can join.
• Kansas DOT manages separate registration for construction-related work.
• Certification programs are handled through the Kansas Department of Commerce.
• Local governments and school districts procure independently of the state.

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17. Kentucky

Official portal: Kentucky eProcurement (eMARS/VSS) 

Registration required?: Yes, mandatory to bid on state agency contracts 

Local/municipal bids covered by: BidNet Direct (kentucky portal) Vendor Self Service (VSS), tied to the Commonwealth's eMARS accounting system, managed by the Finance and Administration Cabinet.

• Self-register in the eMARS/VSS portal to get a vendor number.
• Browse current bidding opportunities without registering first.
• Small Business Connection maintains a supplemental in-state vendor database.
• Late online bid submissions are not accepted under any circumstances.
• Local governments and universities generally run independent procurement.

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18. Louisiana

Official portal: LaGov Vendor Portal 

Registration required?: Yes, mandatory to bid on state agency contracts 

Local/municipal bids covered by: BidNet Direct (louisiana portal)

How it works: Louisiana runs its vendor registration and procurement through the LaGov system, managed by the Division of Administration, with self-service registration available online.

• Self-register through the LaGov Vendor Portal as a guest user.
• Add commodity codes to receive relevant solicitation notifications.
• Louisiana DOTD manages separate registration for construction contracts.
• Certification programs run through the Louisiana Department of Economic Development.
• Parishes and municipalities procure separately from the state system.

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19. Maine

Official portal: Maine Vendor Self-Service (VSS) 

Registration required?: Yes, mandatory to bid on state agency contracts (effective October 2025, all solicitations moved fully to VSS) 

Local/municipal bids covered by: BidNet Direct (maine portal) runs vendor registration and solicitation postings through its AdvantageME Vendor Self-Service (VSS) system, now the sole platform for all state solicitations.

• Register in VSS and gather W-9 and business location details beforehand.
• All solicitations moved exclusively to VSS as of October 1, 2025.
• Maine DOT handles separate procurement for transportation projects.
• Being a "responsible bidder" (financial and performance standing) matters in awards.
• Local governments and school districts procure independently of the state.

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20. Maryland

Official portal: eMaryland Marketplace Advantage (eMMA) 

Registration required?: Yes, mandatory to bid on state agency contracts 

Local/municipal bids covered by: eMMA hosts many local government and school solicitations directly; BidNet Direct (maryland portal) covers additional local agencies

How it works: eMMA is Maryland's central procurement portal, used not only by state agencies but by many local governments and school systems as well, making it broader in reach than most state-only systems.

• Register in eMMA and select all relevant NAICS codes for alerts.
• MBE certification is handled separately through the Maryland Department of Transportation.
• Attend pre-bid conferences to clarify requirements and find subcontracting leads.
• The 2025 Procurement Reform Act updated several state procurement processes.
• Many counties and school boards publish directly through eMMA as well.

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21. Massachusetts

Official portal: COMMBUYS 

Registration required?: Yes, mandatory to bid on state agency contracts 

Registration cost: Free 

Local/municipal bids covered by: BidNet Direct (massachusetts portal)

How it works: COMMBUYS is the Commonwealth's official procurement record system for Executive Departments, run by the Office of the Comptroller. It handles vendor registration, bid postings, contract management, and even catalog ordering in one platform.

• Register with a Tax ID and designated administrator to create a vendor profile.
• Sign up for automatic notifications matching your NAICS codes.
• Apply for small business or minority/woman-owned certifications if eligible.
• Use Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) for faster, more reliable payments.
• Cities, towns, and school districts largely procure separately from COMMBUYS.

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22. Michigan

Official portal: SIGMA Vendor Self Service (VSS) 

Registration required?: Yes, mandatory to bid on state agency contracts 

Registration cost: Free 

Local/municipal bids covered by: BidNet Direct (michigan portal)

How it works: Michigan runs vendor registration and payment setup through SIGMA VSS, tied to the state's financial system and managed by the Department of Technology, Management and Budget (DTMB).

• Register a new account in SIGMA VSS with legal name, TIN, and address.
• Set up Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) details for direct payment.
• Search current bid opportunities through the DTMB procurement site.
• Universities and MDOT may run additional, separate vendor registration.
• Local governments and school districts largely procure independently.

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23. Minnesota

Official portal: Minnesota Materials Management Division 

Registration required?: Yes, mandatory to bid on state agency contracts 

Registration cost: Free 

Local/municipal bids covered by: BidNet Direct (minnesota portal)

How it works: Minnesota's Materials Management Division, under Administration, runs centralized vendor registration and procurement postings for executive branch agencies.

• Register directly through the Materials Management Division's vendor system.
• Review current solicitations posted on the same site.
• Certification for Targeted Group/Economically Disadvantaged businesses runs through the state.
• MnDOT manages separate registration for transportation contracts.
• Cities, counties, and school districts generally procure independently.

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24. Mississippi

Official portal: MAGIC (Mississippi Accountability System for Government Information and Collaboration) 

Registration required?: Yes, mandatory to bid on state agency contracts 

Registration cost: Free 

Local/municipal bids covered by: BidNet Direct (mississippi portal)

How it works: MAGIC is Mississippi's SAP-based statewide financial and procurement system, where vendors self-register to receive and respond to solicitations.

• Self-register as a supplier through the MAGIC vendor registration portal.
• Track solicitations directly tied to the state's financial system.
• Mississippi DOT and universities may manage separate vendor lists.
• Minority business certification runs through the Mississippi Development Authority.
• Local governments and school districts largely procure independently.

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25. Missouri

Official portal: MissouriBUYS 

Registration required?: Yes, mandatory to bid on state agency contracts 

Registration cost: Free 

Local/municipal bids covered by: BidNet Direct (missouri portal)

How it works: MissouriBUYS is the state's centralized eProcurement system, run by the Office of Administration's Division of Purchasing, replacing older manual bid processes.

• Register through the MissouriBUYS portal to receive matching bid alerts.
• Browse open solicitations without an account if just researching.
• MoDOT and universities may run independent vendor registration.
• Certification for minority/woman-owned firms runs through the state's OEO.
• Local governments and school districts generally procure independently.

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26. Montana

Official portal: Montana Vendor Portal 

Registration required?: Yes, mandatory to bid on state agency contracts 

Registration cost: Free 

Local/municipal bids covered by: BidNet Direct (montana portal)

How it works: Montana's State Procurement Services Division manages vendor registration through a two-tier system: a basic Profile 1 for bid notifications and a fuller Profile 2 once a contract is awarded.

• Register for Profile 1 to receive bidding opportunity notifications.
• Complete Profile 2 only after being awarded a contract, adding tax/payment info.
• Montana uses DocuSign for contract and document signatures.
• Montana DOT manages separate registration for construction-related work.
• Local governments and school districts generally procure independently.

27. Nebraska

Official portal: Nebraska Department of Administrative Services, Materiel Division

Registration required?: Yes, mandatory to bid on state agency contracts 

Registration cost: Free 

Local/municipal bids covered by: BidNet Direct (nebraska portal)

How it works: Nebraska centralizes vendor registration and procurement through the Materiel Division's Purchasing Bureau, rather than a heavily branded third-party eProcurement platform.

• Register as a vendor directly through the Materiel Division's site.
• Review current bid opportunities posted on the same pages.
• Nebraska DOT manages separate registration for transportation contracts.
• Small business and certification programs run through the state's Department of Economic Development.
• Local governments and school districts generally procure independently.

28. Nevada

Official portal: Nevada ePro 

Registration required?: Yes, mandatory to bid on state agency contracts 

Registration cost: Free 

Local/municipal bids covered by: BidNet Direct (nevada portal)

How it works: Nevada ePro is the state's eProcurement system, run by the Purchasing Division under the Department of Administration, handling registration, solicitations, and bid responses.

• Register in Nevada ePro to receive alerts matching your commodity codes.
• Browse open solicitations directly without needing an account.
• NDOT manages separate registration for transportation-related bids.
• Certification for minority/woman/veteran-owned businesses runs through the state.
• Local governments and school districts generally procure independently.

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29. New Hampshire

Official portal: NH Bureau of Purchase and Property 

Registration required?: Yes, mandatory to bid on state agency contracts 

Registration cost: Free 

Local/municipal bids covered by: BidNet Direct (new hampshire portal)

How it works: New Hampshire's Department of Administrative Services runs vendor registration and bid postings directly through its own applications rather than a third-party branded platform.

• Complete Online Vendor Registration; email address required, paper backup available.
• Browse the Bids and Contracts system for open opportunities.
• Purchase orders are only awarded to properly authorized vendors.
• NHDOT may manage separate registration for construction work.
• Local governments and school districts generally procure independently.

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30. New Jersey

Official portal: NJSTART 

Registration required?: Yes, mandatory to bid on state agency contracts 

Registration cost: Free 

Local/municipal bids covered by: NJSTART itself, which is expanding to cover many local governments directly

How it works: NJSTART is New Jersey's centralized eProcurement portal, managed by the Division of Purchase and Property, and unusually, it's actively expanding to let cities, counties, and school districts run procurement through the same system.

• Register and upload your Business Registration Certificate (BRC) to bid.
• Apply for Small Business Enterprise (SBE) or other certifications in-platform.
• Use the NJSTART Marketplace for easier access to statewide contracts.
• Vendor ratings and reviews are being added through a Procurated integration.
• Some local governments still run independent procurement outside NJSTART.

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31. New Mexico

Official portal: State Purchasing Division / eProNM 

Registration required?: Yes, mandatory to bid on state agency contracts 

Registration cost: Free 

Local/municipal bids covered by: BidNet Direct (new mexico portal)

How it works: New Mexico's State Purchasing Division (SPD) manages procurement for executive branch agencies through eProNM, which is transitioning to a new Euna/Bonfire-based platform in 2026. Vendors register once to receive solicitation notices and respond electronically.

• Register as a supplier through SPD's online system to receive bid notifications.
• Formal solicitations kick in above $60,000 for goods and professional services.
• Certifications available include DBE, MBE, and WBE for socioeconomic set-asides.
• Judicial branch and some independent agencies procure separately from SPD.
• City, county, and school district bids run through BidNet Direct instead.

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32. New York

Official portal: NYS Contract Reporter (NYSCR) 

Registration required?: Free registration required to receive alerts and access the Business Registry 

Local/municipal bids covered by: NYSCR itself hosts many municipality, school, and nonprofit bids directly; NYC uses a separate system, PASSPort (passport.cityofnewyork.us)

How it works: NYSCR is New York's official site for state procurement activity, where state agencies, authorities, and universities advertise bids over $50,000. Many municipalities, libraries, and schools also post here, but New York City runs its own separate system entirely.

• Register for free bid notification service matched to your commodity codes.
• Complete an expanded registration to join the Business Registry for subcontracting leads.
• Watch for Source Identification Notices (SINs), which signal upcoming solicitations early.
• SUNY and CUNY campuses often have independent, campus-level procurement authority.
• New York City government uses PASSPort, a completely separate system from NYSCR.

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33. North Carolina

Official portal: NC eProcurement 

Registration required?: Yes, mandatory to bid on state agency contracts 

Local/municipal bids covered by: NC eProcurement itself, which many local governments, schools, and community colleges opt into via the eVP

How it works: North Carolina's electronic Vendor Portal (eVP) is the single registration point for NC eProcurement, small business certification (NCSBE), and HUB certification, and it's unusually broad in also covering many local entities directly.

• Register once through eVP for procurement, NCSBE, and HUB certification together.
• Being registered doesn't guarantee notification; check the Interactive Purchasing System too.
• HUB certification boosts visibility with agencies, schools, and local governments alike.
• Participating local governments and community colleges use the same eVP system.
• Some cities and counties still run procurement entirely outside NC eProcurement.

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34. North Dakota

Official portal: ND Office of Management and Budget, Procurement 

Registration required?: Yes, mandatory to bid on state agency contracts 

Local/municipal bids covered by: BidNet Direct (north dakota portal)

How it works: North Dakota centralizes vendor registration and procurement postings through the Office of Management and Budget rather than a heavily branded third-party platform.

• Register as a vendor directly through the OMB procurement vendor page.
• Review current bid opportunities posted on the same OMB site.
• NDDOT manages separate registration for transportation-related contracts.
• Certification programs are more limited; confirm requirements directly with OMB.
• Local governments and school districts generally procure independently.

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35. Ohio

Official portal: OhioBuys 

Registration required?: Yes, mandatory to bid on state agency contracts 

Local/municipal bids covered by: BidNet Direct (ohio portal)

How it works: OhioBuys is the state's online purchasing solution, connecting staff who buy for state and local government agencies with the businesses that supply them.

• Register as a supplier in OhioBuys to view and respond to solicitations.
• OhioBuys also supports some local and county agency purchasing directly.
• Ohio DOT manages separate registration for construction and transportation.
• Certification for MBE/EDGE businesses runs through the Ohio Department of Administrative Services.
• Many cities and school districts still procure independently of OhioBuys.

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36. Oklahoma

Official portal: Oklahoma Supplier Portal 

Registration required?: Yes, mandatory to bid on state agency contracts 

Local/municipal bids covered by: BidNet Direct (oklahoma portal)

How it works: The Oklahoma Supplier Portal, run by the Office of Management and Enterprise Services (OMES), handles self-registration and self-management for suppliers, bidders, and payees.

• Self-register through the Supplier Portal to manage your business information.
• Higher education institutions have a separate registration and support channel.
• Confirm sales tax, Secretary of State, and workers' comp requirements separately.
• Diversified Organization Certification runs through the Department of Commerce.
• Local governments and school districts generally procure independently.

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37. Oregon

Official portal: OregonBuys 

Registration required?: Yes, mandatory to bid on state agency contracts 

Local/municipal bids covered by: BidNet Direct (oregon portal)

How it works: OregonBuys is the state's centralized eProcurement system, run by the Department of Administrative Services' Procurement Office.

• Register as a supplier in OregonBuys to receive matching bid notifications.
• Browse open solicitations directly without an account first.
• Oregon DOT (ODOT) manages separate registration for construction bids.
• COBID certification for minority/woman/veteran-owned firms runs through the state.
• Local governments and school districts generally procure independently.

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38. Pennsylvania

Official portal: PA Supplier Portal / eMarketplace 

Registration required?: Yes, mandatory to bid on state agency contracts 

Local/municipal bids covered by: BidNet Direct (pennsylvania portal)

How it works: Pennsylvania uses two connected tools: the PA Supplier Portal for vendor registration and payments, and eMarketplace for browsing and responding to open solicitations, both run by the Department of General Services.

• Register in the PA Supplier Portal to receive a vendor number.
• Search and respond to solicitations through the linked eMarketplace system.
• PennDOT manages separate registration for construction-related contracts.
• Small Diverse Business (SDB) certification runs through the state's Department of General Services.
• Local governments and school districts generally procure independently.

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39. Rhode Island

Official portal: Ocean State Procures (OSP) 

Registration required?: Yes, mandatory to bid on state agency contracts 

Local/municipal bids covered by: BidNet Direct (rhode island portal)

How it works: Ocean State Procures is Rhode Island's vendor registration and procurement platform, managed by the Division of Purchases.

• Register through the OSP vendor login page to view and respond to bids.
• RIDOT manages separate registration for transportation-related contracts.
• MBE certification runs through the Rhode Island Minority Business Enterprise Compliance office.
• Purchasing staff can be reached directly for questions about specific solicitations.
• Local governments and school districts generally procure independently.

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40. South Carolina

Official portal: SCEIS (South Carolina Enterprise Information System) 

Registration required?: Yes, mandatory to bid on state agency contracts 

Local/municipal bids covered by: BidNet Direct (south carolina portal)

How it works: SCEIS is South Carolina's statewide business system, with a Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) module handling solicitations. All competitive opportunities above the quote threshold are also indexed in South Carolina Business Opportunities (SCBO).

• Register in SCEIS to receive a unique vendor number before bidding.
• Cross-check South Carolina Business Opportunities (SCBO) for the full solicitation list.
• Colleges, universities, and construction procurement fall outside standard SRM postings.
• SCDOT manages separate DBE/SBE certification for transportation-related work.
• The state is migrating to a new platform (SCPro) with no confirmed go-live date.

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41. South Dakota

Official portal: South Dakota eProcurement (SD EPS) (https://eprocurement.esmsolutions.com/)
Registration required?: Yes, mandatory to bid on most state agency contracts
Local/municipal bids covered by: BidNet Direct (https://www.bidnetdirect.com/south-dakota)

How it works:

South Dakota uses the South Dakota eProcurement System (SD EPS) for vendor registration, bid postings, contract awards, and electronic bid submissions. Vendors must register to receive bid notifications and participate in state procurement opportunities.

• Register through South Dakota eProcurement (SD EPS) (https://eprocurement.esmsolutions.com/) before submitting bids.
• Bid opportunities and contract awards are posted within the portal.
• Commodity codes help vendors receive relevant bid notifications.
• Some agencies and higher education institutions may issue independent solicitations.
• City and county bids are primarily available through BidNet Direct (https://www.bidnetdirect.com/south-dakota).

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42. Tennessee

Official portal: Tennessee Central Procurement Office – Edison Supplier Portal (https://sso.edison.tn.gov/psp/paprd/?cmd=login)
Registration required?: Yes, mandatory to bid on state agency contracts

Local/municipal bids covered by: BidNet Direct (https://www.bidnetdirect.com/tennessee)

How it works:

Tennessee manages procurement through the Edison Supplier Portal operated by the Central Procurement Office. Vendors register once to receive solicitation notices, submit bids electronically, and manage supplier information.

• Register through the Edison Supplier Portal (https://sso.edison.tn.gov/psp/paprd/?cmd=login) before bidding.
• Bid opportunities are published through the Central Procurement Office.
• Supplier profiles and payment information are managed online.
• Some universities and local authorities maintain separate procurement portals.
• Most city and county bids are posted through BidNet Direct (https://www.bidnetdirect.com/tennessee).

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43. Texas

Official portal: Texas SmartBuy (https://www.txsmartbuy.gov/)
Registration required?: Yes, mandatory for most state purchasing opportunities
Local/municipal bids covered by: Bonfire (https://vendors.bonfirehub.com/), Ion Wave (https://www.ionwave.net/), BidNet Direct (https://www.bidnetdirect.com/texas), and individual local portals

How it works:

Texas SmartBuy serves as the state's primary procurement portal for contracts, solicitations, and vendor registration. Vendors may also need to register with the Centralized Master Bidders List (CMBL) to receive bid notifications from state agencies.

• Register through Texas SmartBuy (https://www.txsmartbuy.gov/) and complete the CMBL profile.
• Agencies publish solicitations and contract opportunities online.
• Commodity codes determine which bid notices vendors receive.
• Some agencies and universities operate separate procurement systems.
• Cities, counties, and school districts commonly use Bonfire (https://vendors.bonfirehub.com/), Ion Wave (https://www.ionwave.net/), or BidNet Direct (https://www.bidnetdirect.com/texas).

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44. Utah

Official portal: Utah Public Procurement Place (U3P) (https://utah.bonfirehub.com/)
Registration required?: Yes, mandatory to bid on state contracts
Local/municipal bids covered by: BidNet Direct (https://www.bidnetdirect.com/utah)

How it works:

Utah conducts procurement through the Utah Public Procurement Place (U3P), where vendors register, receive bid notifications, and submit electronic responses. The platform is used by many state agencies and participating public entities.

• Register through U3P (https://utah.bonfirehub.com/) before submitting bids.
• Solicitations and contract awards are available within the portal.
• Vendors receive notifications based on selected commodity codes.
• Some higher education institutions maintain separate procurement sites.
• Local government bids are commonly posted through BidNet Direct (https://www.bidnetdirect.com/utah).

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45. Vermont

Official portal: Vermont Agency of Administration – Purchasing & Contracting (https://bgs.vermont.gov/purchasing-contracting)
Registration required?: Yes, mandatory for most state agency contracts
Local/municipal bids covered by: Individual municipal procurement portals

How it works:

Vermont manages state procurement through its Business Registry and online bid system. Vendors register to receive solicitation notices, submit bids, and manage supplier information with the Agency of Administration.

• Complete vendor registration through the Vermont procurement portal (https://bgs.vermont.gov/purchasing-contracting).
• Bid opportunities are posted through the state's procurement portal.
• Commodity selections determine bid notification preferences.
• Individual municipalities often publish bids independently.
• Construction projects may require additional contractor qualifications.

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46. Virginia

Official portal: eVA Virginia Procurement System (https://eva.virginia.gov/)
Registration required?: Yes, mandatory to bid on most state contracts
Local/municipal bids covered by: eVA (https://eva.virginia.gov/) and individual local government portals

How it works:

Virginia operates eVA, a statewide procurement platform used for vendor registration, solicitations, purchase orders, and contract management. Many local governments also participate in the eVA system.

• Register through eVA (https://eva.virginia.gov/) before bidding on state contracts.
• Receive bid notifications based on selected commodity codes.
• Electronic bid submissions are handled through eVA.
• Many counties, cities, and public schools also use eVA.
• Some independent authorities maintain separate procurement websites.

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47. Washington

Official portal: Washington Electronic Business Solution (WEBS) (https://pr-webs-vendor.des.wa.gov/)
Registration required?: Yes, mandatory to receive state bid notifications

Local/municipal bids covered by: MRSC Rosters (https://mrscrosters.org/) and individual local portals

How it works:

Washington uses WEBS for supplier registration, bid notifications, and solicitation management. Vendors register once to receive procurement opportunities from participating state agencies.

• Register through WEBS (https://pr-webs-vendor.des.wa.gov/) before bidding.
• Bid opportunities are distributed according to commodity codes.
• Electronic solicitation documents are available online.
• Small works and consultant rosters are often managed through MRSC Rosters (https://mrscrosters.org/).
• Cities and counties may use separate procurement systems.

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48. West Virginia

Official portal: Vendor Self Service (VSS) (https://www.state.wv.us/admin/purchase/vss/)
Registration required?: Yes, mandatory for state procurement
Local/municipal bids covered by: BidNet Direct (https://www.bidnetdirect.com/west-virginia)

How it works:

West Virginia manages procurement through Vendor Self Service (VSS), where suppliers register, update vendor information, and respond to state solicitations. Bid opportunities are published by the Purchasing Division.

• Register through Vendor Self Service (https://www.state.wv.us/admin/purchase/vss/) before submitting bids.
• Solicitations are managed by the Purchasing Division.
• Vendors maintain payment and profile information online.
• Commodity codes help identify relevant opportunities.
• Local government bids are commonly available through BidNet Direct (https://www.bidnetdirect.com/west-virginia).

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49. Wisconsin

Official portal: Wisconsin eSupplier Portal (https://esupplier.wi.gov/)
Registration required?: Yes, mandatory to bid on most state contracts
Local/municipal bids covered by: DemandStar (https://network.demandstar.com/), BidNet Direct (https://www.bidnetdirect.com/wisconsin), and individual local portals

How it works:

Wisconsin uses the eSupplier Portal for vendor registration, solicitation notices, and electronic procurement. Vendors register to receive bid opportunities from participating state agencies.

• Register through the Wisconsin eSupplier Portal (https://esupplier.wi.gov/).
• Bid opportunities are published electronically.
• Commodity codes determine solicitation notifications.
• Some universities and public authorities operate separate procurement systems.
• Many municipalities use DemandStar (https://network.demandstar.com/) or BidNet Direct (https://www.bidnetdirect.com/wisconsin) for local bids.

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50. Wyoming

Official portal: Public Purchase (https://www.publicpurchase.com/)
Registration required?: Yes, mandatory for most state agency solicitations
Local/municipal bids covered by: Public Purchase (https://www.publicpurchase.com/)

How it works:

Wyoming conducts procurement through Public Purchase, which manages vendor registration, bid notifications, and electronic bid submissions for state agencies and many local governments.

• Register through Public Purchase (https://www.publicpurchase.com/) before bidding.
• Solicitations and contract opportunities are posted online.
• Vendors receive notifications based on commodity selections.
• Electronic bid submissions are completed through the portal.
• Many cities, counties, and school districts also use Public Purchase (https://www.publicpurchase.com/) for local procurements.

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