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Every business is looking for opportunities to grow, expand, increase sales, and generate more income. One way to open new doors is by becoming certified to do business with government agencies at the city, county, state, or federal level.
Think of it as learning a new language—the language of doing business with the government.
There are registrations, certifications, requirements, documents, and procedures to understand. It may seem like a lot, but you don't have to figure it all out on your own. We're here to help you navigate the process!
November 5: Your Hands-On Certification Workshop RSVP NOW Click Here
On Thursday, November 5, from 1:00PM-5:00PM, NEW-WBC will host a hands-on business certification workshop led by experts from the California Department of General Services, Office of Small Business and Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise Services (OSDS).
This is not just a presentation where you sit and listen. You'll work through the process with guidance from procurement experts and have the opportunity to complete and submit your certification application.
Our goal is to help you leave with your application completed and ready for the State's review.
Before You Arrive: Get Ready! If you are ready Click Here
To make the most of the workshop, there are a few important steps you should complete beforehand.
1. Bring Your Laptop
You will need your laptop to access the Cal eProcure website and follow the registration and certification steps.
2. Begin Your Bidder/Vendor Registration
Visit www.caleprocure.ca.gov and follow these instructions:
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Click Login/Register.
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Select New Bidder Registration.
- Follow the registration steps below.
3. Set Up Your Company Profile
Complete all required fields marked with an asterisk.
- Enter your Federal Employer Identification Number (FEIN) or Social Security Number (SSN) as your Tax Identification Number (TIN), as applicable. Do not include dashes.
- Enter your company name.
- Add your business website, if applicable.
4. Enter Supplier Diversity Information (Voluntary)
Select the boxes that describe your business, if applicable. This information is voluntary and can be updated or removed from your profile at any time.
5. Enter Your Primary Business Address
Provide your country, street address, city, state, and ZIP code. You may add additional addresses if needed.
6. Establish User Accounts
Add your primary contact by selecting Add Contact. You may also add additional users to your account.
7. Manage Bidder Notifications
Choose whether you want to receive California State Contract Register (CSCR) bid opportunity notifications.
If yes:
- Designate the email address or addresses that should receive notifications.
- Search by keyword and add the appropriate UNSPSC codes that describe your products or services.
- Select the service areas (counties) where you want to pursue business opportunities.
Learn about keywords and UNSPSC codes: Watch the video for the keywords
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