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Supplier Resource Center

Supplier Portal Issue

There is a known issue with accessing the supplier portal that is impairing the ability to submit Request for Proposal (RFP) responses. The Indiana Office of Technology is actively pursuing resolution. In the meantime, submission adjustments to the specific RFPs will be made when the issue is resolved. Please check back often for updates or email the event point of contact.

Welcome to the Supplier Resource Center

Bid Opportunities are listed on the Current Business Opportunities web page. A bidder registration is required to access the Supplier Portal and to respond to a bid opportunity.

Requirements to do Business with the State

Any company wanting to do business with the State of Indiana must register with the following state agencies: IDOA, COMP, SOS.

View Agency Requirements

How the State of Indiana Buys

The State of Indiana has different methods for purchasing products and services based on the estimated price of the project.

See Purchasing Processes

Programs and Preferences

There are a number of programs and preferences that influence the design and evaluation of bids. These can have a large impact on the award of a contract.

Find Procurement Initiatives

Award Recommendations

IDOA will make an award recommendation based on the evaluation of the RFP responses.

See Award Recommendations

Solicitation Evaluation

Agencies will evaluate quotes of responsive bidders by reviewing specifications and other evaluation criteria that is defined in the solicitation.

Get to Know the Evaluation Process

Find Current Bidding Opportunities

Some purchasing methods used by the State of Indiana will require solicitations. It is important to know where to watch for these opportunities and sign up for notifications.

Find Projects to Bid

After the Award

The proposal(s) that received an award recommendation may be selected for further action such as contract negotiations.

Learn Next Steps of Award Process

Contract Process

Many State of Indiana agencies use the Supplier Contracts Management (SCM) module for the contract process. With this module, contracts will be signed and tracked electronically.

Find Training related to Electronic Contracting

Supplier Responsibilities

Supplier Performance is monitored on all State contracts.

Learn More about Reporting

Award Protests

A supplier may submit a formal protest regarding solicitation specifications or procedures by following the IDOA Protest Procurement Policy.

Find IDOA Protest Policy and Information

Purchasing Terms and Definitions

The State of Indiana procurement process uses many acronyms and terms. Some of these are defined by Indiana Code and may not be used as the standard definition.

See Commonly Used Terms