The State of California is the largest and strongest economy in terms of GDP in the United States as of 2023. With 58 counties, 482 cities, and thousands of school districts and special districts, there are plenty of opportunities out there for suppliers looking to provide their products and services to federal, state, and local government agencies. Whether you strictly do business in California or across the United States, we make it easy for you to find and get notified of matching opportunities.
Government Spending in California
Federal, state, and local governments in California spend billions of dollars a year, a lot of which goes towards awarding contracts. In FY 2023 so far, over $41.8 billion has already been awarded in federal contracts to over 232,238 suppliers. At the state and local levels, the budget for 2023-2024 includes over $310 billion in total state funds that will go towards many projects related to infrastructure improvement, K-12 and higher education, health and human services, and more. Staying up to date on what opportunities are out there will give you a greater chance of finding that perfect fit for your business.
Participating Agencies Using the California Purchasing Group
Bidnet Direct’s California Purchasing Group provides suppliers with an easy way to access exclusive bids directly from our partnering agencies in California, along with thousands of other state and local bid opportunities issued throughout the state. Since January 2023, over 40 new cities, counties, school districts, and special districts have joined the California Purchasing Group to issue their bids, bringing the total to over 70 agencies utilizing our platform. You can find bids from agencies like:
- Alameda County Public Works Agency
- City of Mountain View
- City of Santa Fe Springs
- City of Solana Beach
- Madera County
- Pomona Unified School District
- San Diego County Water Authority
- SANDAG
- Shasta County
Bid Opportunities in California
Whether you provide products or services in construction, information technology, educational services, or health services, there are so many different opportunities out there in California that you can find and instantly start bidding on with a subscription to Bidnet Direct. Right now, there are over 2,000 open federal, state, and local bid opportunities just in California alone! Here are some examples of recently closed bids to get a feel for the variety you can find on Bidnet Direct:
- Customer Service Consulting – City of Ontario
- Sport Center and Swim Stadium Audio Project – City of South Gate
- As-Needed Structural Engineering Support Services – County of El Dorado
- Cybersecurity Program Management Services – Los Angeles Unified School District
Why Register with The California Purchasing Group?
The California Purchasing Group is your go-to hub for connecting with public sector agencies and exploring exciting bid opportunities! As a registered vendor, you gain exclusive access to a dynamic platform where you can find solicitations from both participating agencies as well as non-member agencies statewide. Join over 13,000 suppliers who have registered with the California Purchasing Group to find their solicitations in as close to real time as possible. Some of the benefits of registering include:
- Access to exclusive bids & RFPs posted by California Purchasing Group agencies for free
- Real-time notifications about matching bids & RFPs
- Instant notifications about addenda, amendments, and awards distributed by buyers
- An option to promote your goods and services to interested buyers
Find Your Next Contract in California Today
By registering as a vendor on Bidnet Direct, you can start reviewing important documents and specifications and drafting your proposals in no time. With our daily bid notifications sent directly to your inbox, you’ll never miss out on an opportunity that aligns with the products and services your business sells. It’s never too late to get in on the billions of dollars being spent by federal, state, and local government agencies across California every year. Choose the plan option that’s right for your business and watch your opportunities grow with Bidnet Direct!
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