City to Host Supplier Engagement Event Connecting Businesses with City Agencies
On-Site Supplier Portal Registration Available to New Businesses
Richmond, VA — The City of Richmond Department of Procurement Services (DPS), in partnership with the Office of Minority Business Development, is pleased to announce Supplier Connect: Access & Opportunity Summit, a City-sponsored event to connect business owners and entrepreneurs with City Departments and staff.
The event is for established and new businesses alike and will offer opportunities to:
- Connect directly with a variety of City agencies involved in contracting and procurement work
- Discover upcoming projects aligned with the DPS project forecast calendar
- Register for the City of Richmond Supplier portal
- Build relationships that can position your business for future opportunities
“We are always on the lookout for new partners who can help us deliver strong, capable, and consistent services to our residents,” said Director of Procurement Services Rene Alamaraz . “Events like this are about opening doors and fostering collaboration which is sure to benefit all involved.”
The event will take place on Tuesday, April 14 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m . in the Main Street Station Headhouse (1500 E. Main St., 2nd floor). Parking is free of charge in the lot directly across the street from the Main Street Station front entrance.
Participating City offices include:
Department of Utilities
Department of Public Works
Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities
Department of General Services
Department of Information Technology
Department of Finance
Department of Planning and Development Review
Office of Minority Business Development
Department of Procurement Services
Please register here to confirm your attendance.
New suppliers who are interested in registering in the City’s supplier portal are asked to bring a completed W-9 and ACH payment form.
