DC Office of Contracting & Procurement (OCP) manages the purchase of $5.6 billion in goods, services The main phone number for the agency is (202) 727-0252.
The Office of Contracting and Procurement (OCP), under the direction of the Chief Procurement Officer, was established by DC law in 1997 and provides contracting services for selected agencies and offices in the District. The mission of OCP is to partner with vendors and District agencies to purchase quality goods and services in a timely manner and at a reasonable cost while ensuring that all pur
The Office of Contracting and Procurement (OCP), under the direction of the Chief Procurement Officer, was established by DC law in 1997 and provides contracting services for selected agencies and offices in the District. The mission of OCP is to partner with vendors and District agencies to purchase quality goods and services in a timely manner and at a reasonable cost while ensuring that all pur
Operating as usual
The DC Vendor Portal standardizes invoice processing across District agencies and improves the payment process for doing business with the District. See the Vendor Portal now at https://go.usa.gov/xVjBq. Info on the portal can also be found on https://go.usa.gov/xVjBr.
Vendors can submit their invoices electronically.
It’s National Women’s Health and Fitness Day! highlights our work with to contract services for beneficial exercise programs for District residents to use (most times at no cost) in order to stay healthy including yoga, Zumba, spinning, and more!
District government requires that meet certain requirements in order to conduct business with . Visit https://go.usa.gov/xVkXh to learn more on how your can meet these requirements!
Vendors must meet these requirements to do business with the District of Columbia.
Today is , and celebrates the hard-working women that own and run businesses that contract with the District government to provide essential goods and services to our residents.
On , we celebrate IT professionals and the invaluable expertise they provide, including those contracted by and that help fully equip the District with the technology needed to serve our residents and District government.
On , celebrates the hardworking men and women who build and maintain our community’s infrastructure, including our roads, waterways, parks, and many more services that OCP contracts with on behalf of the District.
The Office of the Ombudsman is ’s dedicated office where contractors and subcontractors can convey their concerns and suggestions related to OCP's contracting and procurement matters. Learn more at https://ocp.dc.gov/service/office-ocp-ombudsman!
Welcome to the Office of the OCP Ombudsman About the OCP Ombudsman
collaborates with District agencies to verify information from potential , including Department of Small & Local Business Development, Department of Employment Services, and Department of Consumer & Regulatory Affairs. Learn more at https://go.usa.gov/xMxtk.
The DC Office of Contracting and Procurement (OCP) works in collaboration with several District agencies to verify information provided by potential offerors. For more information about those agencies, review the links below.
Contractors are required to obtain and maintain insurance that is specified in solicitations and contracts. A contractor’s insurance broker or company must provide a Certificate of Insurance, proof of required coverage prior to commencing performance of the contract.
There are agencies and quasi-government agencies that have contracting and procurement authority independent of the Chief Procurement Officer and . To find contracting opportunities with those agencies, visit https://go.usa.gov/xVTWR.
In addition to these agencies, there are DC government agencies and quasi-government agencies that have contracting and procurement authority, independent of the Chief Procurement Officer and OCP. The full Procurement Authority Chart is available here. For more information about opportunities with t...
Term of the Week
Emergency Procurement:
A procurement action initiated and processed when there is an imminent threat to the public health, welfare, property or safety, or to prevent or minimize serious disruption in agency operations.
posts monthly purchase card transaction and purchase order reports in the District's Open Data Website at https://go.usa.gov/xyJze. These reports ensure taxpayers know where, when, and how their money is spent, helping to prevent, waste, fraud, and abuse.
DC government is providing Purchase Card transaction data. The Purchase Card Program Management Office is part of the Office of Contracting and Procurement.
Are you a on the path to contract with the District but need assistance? The Procurement Center of Excellence helps with E-Sourcing, Vendor Management, E-Invoicing, and other PASS related inquiries. Visit https://go.usa.gov/xyd2p.
Questions about doing business with the District government?
Term of the Week
Cure Notice:
A written notice specifying a contractor's failure to perform a provision or to make sufficient progress so as to endanger contract performance. It includes a period of time in which the contractor will be allowed to cure the failure.
Profits from the sale of surplus property are deposited directly into the treasury to be re-allocated to departments and programs throughout District government, saving taxpayers money. Visit https://bit.ly/2KNvGWS to see current auction listings.
GovDeals' online marketplace provides services to government, educational, and related entities for the sale of surplus assets to the public. Auction rules may vary across sellers.
If you are a and would like to know how to do business with the District, would love to answer your questions on the registration process. Find important info at https://ocp.dc.gov/page/requirements-doing-business-district.
Vendors must meet these requirements to do business with the District of Columbia.
requires that potential submit certain documents and certifications prior to the award of contracts. If you’re a and seeking to do business with the District, visit https://go.usa.gov/xyScd for a list of required documents.
District contractors are required to pay their employees the District Living Wage rate. Effective January 1, 2021 until June 30, 2021, the living wage rate is $15 per hour.
celebrates National Aviation Day! We highlight our work to procure helicopter maintenance services and supplies on behalf of and their Air Support Unit which assists MPD’S daily operations in aerial surveillance, search and rescue operations, and other functions.
Are you a DC-based ? Consider becoming a Certified Business Enterprise (CBE). certified businesses receive preference in procurement and contracting opportunities. Learn more at https://dslbd.dc.gov/page/get-certified!
Connecting Small and Local Businesses to DC Government Contracting Opportunities
What’s the difference between the Loch Ness monster and a trouble-free supply chain? The Loch Ness monster has been sighted. It’s ! Do you have a favorite procurement joke?
In addition to auditing contracts, the Office of Procurement Integrity and Compliance operates a hotline to confidentially report fraud, waste, and abuse to ensure accountability and transparency throughout the procurement process. Call (800)521-1639 or (202)724-8577.
Don't miss out on opportunities has for District small businesses! If you’re a and interested in doing business with the District, visit http://ow.ly/VTMf50JV0Zm now to search and bid on open solicitations.
Celebrate National Bargain Hunting Week by checking out OCP’s Surplus Property auction at dcgovt.govdeals.com. From vehicles to musical instruments to exercise equipment, a wide range of excess and surplus DC government property is auctioned off every day.
District law requires to have an Affirmative Action Plan to ensure that recruits/employees are given equal opportunities for recruitment, selection, and advancement. To learn more, visit https://ocp.dc.gov/page/requirements-doing-business-district.
Vendors must meet these requirements to do business with the District of Columbia.
The Federal Surplus Property Assistance Program (FSPAP) is a state-run federal program for the donation of federal surplus property to public, tax-supported entities, and eligible private nonprofit tax-exempt organizations. Visit https://ocp.dc.gov/page/surplus-property-ocp.
The Surplus Property Division (SPD) in the DC Office of Contracting and Procurement facilitates the reuse, sale or disposal of excess and surplus DC government personal property.
August is ! Doing business with the District can help your business grow. In honor of Black Business Month, will share a series of posts this month on where to find these opportunities and how to pursue them.
Procurement Term of the Week:
Debarment
Action taken by the Director to exclude a contractor from District contracting and District-approved subcontracting for a reasonable, specified period.
The Mayor, City Administrator, and Chief Procurement Officer serve on the PARB and review general concerns with contracting-related procedures, actions, and operations that negatively impact the quality, efficiency, or effectiveness of the contracting process.
In 2015, Mayor Bowser established the Procurement Accountability and Review Board (PARB) to improve the quality, efficiency, and integrity of the contracting and procurement process within the District. Learn more at https://go.usa.gov/xJQus.
In June 2015, Mayor Muriel Bowser established the Procurement Accountability and Review Board (PARB) to improve the quality, efficiency, and integrity of the contracting and procurement process within the District. The Board is comprised of the Mayor, the City Administrator, and the Chief Procuremen...
Procurement Term of the Week:
Maximum Order Limitation
Dollar amount or unit quantity above which a contracting officer may not submit orders and a contractor may not accept orders. The limitation is generally specified in the contract.
DC PTAC can help DC small businesses confidently navigate the procurement process. Assistance is tailored to meet your specific goals, such as: Contract research, bid matching, marketing plans, subcontracting, certifications, and more! Visit https://go.usa.gov/xJQHp.
DSLBD offers personalized business counseling and competitive insights for navigating the government contracting process successfully.
The Procurement Technical Assistance Center helps navigate the government contracting process with personalized business counseling and competitive insights. Sign up for a workshop or one-on-one counseling at https://bizdc.ecenterdirect.com/signup.
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Procurement Term of the Week:
Amendment
Any change to a solicitation issued by a contracting officer.
Do you need further assistance in troubleshooting other technical issues such as solicitation submission issues and adding additional users to existing accounts? OCP’s Procurement Center of Excellence can help you. Call 202-724-4477 for assistance.
Do you need to find out the status of a published solicitation? The Procurement Center of Excellence can assist you. Call 202-724-4477 for assistance.
Procurement Term of the Week:
Surety
A party legally liable for the debt, default, or failure of a principal to satisfy a contractual obligation.
The DC Supply Schedule (DCSS) is the multiple-award schedule for meeting reoccurring needs of District agencies. New and existing can apply when registered on the DCSS, providing greater opportunities to conduct business with the District.
Procurement Term of the Week:
Pre-Award Survey
A detailed review (sometimes on-site) of contractor to ascertain information sufficient to make a determination regarding responsibility.
Office of the Ombudsman can connect business owners to resources and provide assistance with navigating other agencies, such as and . Visit https://ocp.dc.gov/service/office-ocp-ombudsman to learn more.
Welcome to the Office of the OCP Ombudsman About the OCP Ombudsman
If you need assistance from the Ombudsman, call (202) 724-4197 or email [email protected] to schedule an appointment. Visit https://ocp.dc.gov/service/office-ocp-ombudsman for more information.
Welcome to the Office of the OCP Ombudsman About the OCP Ombudsman
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The DC Office of Contracting and Procurement (OCP) is excited to announce the next session in our OCP in the Wards event series, DC Surplus Property. In this session, the Chief Procurement Officer of the District of Columbia will share updates and progress on initiatives central to his goal of improving the quality, efficiency, and integrity of contracting in the District. OCP's Surplus Property team will help businesses and non-profit organizations access District and federal surplus property through OCP and the General Services Administration. OCP in the Wards: DC Surplus Property is a part of the DC Office of Contracting Procurement’s ongoing efforts to engage the business community in the contracting process from the concept of need through award of a contract. The goal of our outreach initiatives is to demystify the District’s procurement process and make it easier for current and future industry partners to effectively compete for contracts.
The DC Office of Contracting and Procurement (OCP) is excited to announce that today’s OCP in the Wards session, How to be a Better Bidder, will be available for streaming on Facebook Live. In this session, the Chief Procurement Officer of the District of Columbia, George Schutter, will share updates and progress on initiatives central to his vision to improve the quality, efficiency, and integrity of contracting in the District. OCP's General Counsel and Interim Deputy Chief Procurement Officer, Nancy Hapeman, will offer tips on competing for contracts with DC government in a presentation called "How To Be A Better Bidder." OCP in the Wards: How To Be A Better Bidder is a part of the DC Office of Contracting Procurement’s ongoing efforts to engage the business community in the contracting process from the concept of need through award of a contract. The goal of OCP’s outreach initiatives is to demystify the District’s procurement process and make it easier for current and future industry partners to effectively compete for contracts. Be sure to follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn for frequent updates and information!
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