Indiana Firms: Certification Steps

Indiana-based businesses:

1. Register your company with the Indiana Secretary Of State.
   Note: Sole proprietors are not required to register with the Secretary of State; only those firms that are incorporated.
2. Obtain a Bidder Registration Number by registering with the Procurement Division.
   Your Bidder Registration Number will create a unique identifier for your company in the State’s system, allow you to log on to the State’s website to maintain your profile and access important information.
3. Obtain information about certification by emailing us at mwbe@idoa.in.gov or calling us at 317-232-3061.
4. Complete your application. There is no processing fee.
5. Applicants may schedule a consultation for assistance.
   As to help as many new applicants as possible, have your application and application documents ready for review at the time of your appointment.
6. The Division of Supplier Diversity will conduct a site visit to verify application information.