Vendor Relations
What resources are available to minority business enterprises, disadvantaged business enterprises, or female business enterprises?
Information available to minority business enterprises, disadvantaged business enterprises, or female business enterprises, is located behind the link called Vendor Services>Vendor Relations>Certification Process.
How can I market my business to State Government?
Contact information for all Agency Procurement Officers is located at www.statepurchasing.doas.georgia.gov. Click on Vendor Services from the home page under the category called Quick Links. Then click on Vendor Tools to locate the contact information. You may also contact the DOAS Vendor Relations Unit at 404-657-6000
Can I get a vendor license at this website?
No. A vendor license may be obtained at the county courthouse in which you reside. To incorporate your business, you will need to contact the Secretary of State Corporations Division at http://www.sos.state.ga.us/corporations.
Where can I get a vendor license?
Contact the County Clerk's office of the county you are establishing your business. View a list of Georgia Counties.
How do I certify my company?
To certify your company as a Minority Business Enterprise and/or as a Minority Subcontractor with the State of Georgia’s Department of Administrative Services (DOAS), simply refer to the Certification Process information located behind the link called Vendor Services>Vendor Relations>Certification Process. Download and submit your application to the Georgia Department of Transportation.
What is considered a minority race by the state of Georgia?
The state of Georgia only certifies businesses that are owned by members of the following groups:
- African American
- Asian American
- Native American
- Pacific Islander
- Hispanic/Latino
How do I register my business with the state of Georgia?
To register your business with the state of Georgia, go to the State Purchasing Web site and select the link called Vendor Registration System, or you may call 404-657-6000 for more information.
Who got the award to a certain solicitation?
Competitive opportunities awarded to companies, award amount and complete specifications are posted on the DOAS State Purchasing Web page at at the link called Georgia Procurement Registry.
Do you offer a seminar or class which informs the public on how to conduct business with State government?
Vendor Orientation features information on how to register, certify and market your business to state government. These seminars are held at 200 Piedmont Avenue, Suite 1308 in the West Tower and are held monthly. Session dates and directions are located at the State Purchasing Web site behind the link called Vendor Services>Vendor Relations>New Vendor Orientation. Call 404-657-6000 for more information about the Vendor Orientation.
How can I obtain a list of minority businesses in the state of Georgia?
A complete list of registered vendors is available from the Vendor Registration System. Simply click on the link, locate the category for Agencies, and use the search feature to locate the registered vendors.
How does the state define Minority for businesses that apply for certification as a "Minority Business Enterprise"?
The state of Georgia only certifies businesses that are owned by members of the following groups:
- African American
- Asian American
- Native American
- Pacific Islander
- Hispanic/Latino
How does the state define Minority/Minority Business Enterprise?
"Minority" means an individual who is a member of a race which comprises less than 50 percent of the total population of the state.
"Minority Business Enterprise" means a small business concern which is owned and controlled by one or more minorities and is authorized to and is doing business under the laws of this state, paying all taxes duly assessed, and domiciled within this state.
"Owned and Controlled" means a business:
- Which is at least 51 percent owned by one or more minorities or, in the case of a publicly owned business, at least 51 percent of all classes or types of the stock is owned by one or more minorities; and
- Whose management and daily business operations are controlled by one or more minorities.
What is the Tax Incentive Program and how does it work?
Georgia Law gives an incentive to companies to hire certified minority subcontractors by giving them a tax break - 10% of payments up to $100,000 to minority subcontractors. The Georgia Department of Revenue manages this program. Please contact them at 404-417-2441 for additional information.
What is a FEI (or FEIN) number?
The FEIN number is the "Federal Employer Identification Number", also known as the "Federal Tax Identification number".