Commerce Contracts and Procurement Opportunities

The Office of Contracts and Procurement supports Commerce's business activities by procuring services and materials at the most economical costs. To do so, it promotes fair market competition and adheres to all applicable state laws and regulations.

BID BOARD

Click the Learn more link in the Description column to get detailed information, including RFP and Financial documents, for each opportunity. Visit Maryland's procurement page to learn more about registering and bidding for opportunities.

PROCUREMENT METHODS

The Maryland Department of Commerce uses five primary procurement approaches:

1. Small Procurements (Up to $5,000) - Division staff request necessary services/commodities via a requisition through the Office of Contracts and Procurement. Whenever possible, payment is made using the State of Maryland Purchasing Card.
   
   
2. Small Procurements ($5,001 - $15,000) - Services/commodities must be processed by request for quote when they cannot be obtained through statewide contracts or a preferred provider. Three (3) quotes must be obtained from qualified vendors.
   
   
3. Small Procurements ($15,001 - $50,000) - Services/commodities must be processed by written specification; competitively solicited and advertised on eMaryland Marketplace for a minimum of 3 days when they cannot be obtained through statewide contracts or a preferred provider.
   
   
4. Large Procurements ($50,001 and above) - Services/commodities must be processed by written specification; competitively solicited and advertised on eMaryland Marketplace for a minimum of 30 days when they cannot be obtained through statewide contracts or a preferred provider.
   
   
5. Unsolicited Proposal Procurements - The agency entertains unsolicited proposals from vendors for possible contracting opportunities. Call 410-767-2211 for more information.
   
   

RESOURCES

• eMaryland Marketplace Advantage (eMMA) - Maryland's e-Procurement System
  
• How to do Business with the State of Maryland
  
• Maryland's Minority Business Enterprise Program (MBE)
  
• Small Business Reserve Program
• Governor’s Office of Small, Minority & Women Affairs
• Procurement Forecasting
  
  

CONTACTS

Always make the first call for your questions to the Office of Contracts and Procurement. If a consultation with Division program staff is necessary, we can save you time by arranging an appointment with the correct person.

Brenda Shelton-Lee
Procurement Coordinator
410-767-2345

Corine Watkins-Price
Procurement and Grants Specialist
410-767-2212

Latrice Hicks-Johnson
Procurement and Grants Specialist
410-767-0166