
State Purchasing Division
Ensuring reliable sources of goods and services at the lowest possible cost while promoting fair and open competition and small business opportunity to maximize government efficiency and compliance.
We are committed to providing the best value in products and services for state entities, local governments, and other customers. We promote an open and transparent procurement process, with a commitment to equal and fair competition for suppliers and bidders.
Our goal is to offer the highest quality of service, education, training, and tools to help connect suppliers and state purchasers across Georgia.
We achieve this by doing the following:
- Oversee all policies and functions related to state procurement.
- Provide electronic sourcing tools that allow procurement professionals to post and award their own competitive bids.
- Negotiate contracts with companies that provide services to the state.
- Provide technical assistance and guidance to state entities.
- Manage and monitor the use of state purchasing cards, procurement tools that allow State employees to obtain goods and services quickly and efficiently.
- Offer training courses and Georgia purchasing certifications to provide procurement professionals with the knowledge and skills they need to perform their job duties.
Who We Serve
Most Relevant Documents
Georgia Procurement Manual
Created:
12/8/2022
The Georgia Procurement Manual (GPM) is the official source for all administrative rules issued by the Georgia…
Training Reference Guide
Created:
8/5/2022
Students may enhance their skills and knowledge on the use and understanding of procurement tools, techniques,…
GA Small Business Liaison Designations.pdf
Created:
4/21/2023
Small business liaison designations were submitted via an online survey by state entities. An informational reference…
NIGP Exempt List
Created:
1/2/2019
The NIGP Commodity Services Code was developed by the National Institute of Governmental Purchasing to bring efficiency…
How-to Guides

How to Search for Statewide Contracts
When purchasing products or services for your agency, you can save time by searching for pre…

How to Set Up a P-Card Program
State and local governments can streamline day-to-day purchasing by setting up a P-Card program. A…

How to Get Certified as a Minority Business Enterprise
A Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) is a designation for certain minority-owned small businesses…

How to Get a Contract With the State
Becoming a supplier or vendor for the State of Georgia starts with online registration. Registratio…
Upcoming Events
December 2023 Supplier Webinars
December 13, 2023
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Dec
During these sessions, companies are shown the steps to respond to…
January 2024 Supplier Webinars
January 24, 2024
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Jan
During these sessions, companies are shown the steps to respond to…
February 2024 Supplier Orientations
February 14, 2024
14
Feb
Supplier orientation sessions feature information on how to register…
News
SPD’s Sourcing Organization Structure
July 20, 2023
The Georgia Department of Administrative Services, State Purchasing Division, announces the organizational realignment of the Statewide Purchasing Sourcing Team. The Statewide purchasing organization…
Commercial Printing Statewide Contract
July 20, 2023
The Georgia Department of Administrative Services, State Purchasing Division, announces a new statewide contract for Commercial Printing Services.
May 2023 Supplier Orientation
May 03, 2023
Supplier orientation sessions feature information on how to register your company to be on the state's supplier list and establish your eligibility to receive bid notices. At these sessions, general information will be given about the purchasing process and the various kinds of purchases that are made by government entities.
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