Government Procurement and Contracting Links

The Internet represents a powerful tool for businesses interested in accessing information on government contracting, government agencies and procurement-related resources and programs.

The MO PTAC is pleased to provide the following list of Internet sites for your use in government marketing efforts.

Registrations

Central Contractor Registration (CCR)
Online Representations and Certifications (ORCA)
Veteran-Owned Business
State of Missouri Procurement (university and local buying offices)
State of Kansas Division of Purchases (university and local buying offices)
If an architectural and engineering firm, you will need to become registered directly with the Missouri Division of Design and Construction
If architectural, engineering or construction firm, you will need to become registered directly with the Missouri Department of Transportation
To learn about the state purchasing procedures and vendor registration processes for any state, visit the National Association of State Procurement Officials.

Certifications

Small Business Administration's (SBA) Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB)
SBA HUBZone
SBA's 8a Certification application
State of Missouri Certifications for Government contracts:
Minority Business Enterprise (MBE)
Women Business Enterprise (WBE)
If architectural, engineering or construction firm, rather than applying for the State of Missouri's certifications for either MBE or WBE, you would apply directly with the Missouri Department of Transportation for their DBE certification.
State of Kansas Certifications (PDF)
City of Kansas City Certifications for Government contracts
City of St. Louis Certifications for Government contracts (MBE, WBE and DBE)
To learn about the state purchasing certifications available for any state, visit the National Association of State Procurement Officials.

Government Procurement and Contracting Links

Registrations

Certifications

Comprehensive Sites

Agency Sites

Other Helpful Sites

Defense Contract Management Command

Procurement Reform Information

DoD Small Business Innovation Research

NASA Small Business Innovation Research