Contracting with the City of Detroit, Step by Step

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The City of Detroit is committed to working with qualified suppliers who can provide the goods and services our community needs. This guide walks you through the main steps of becoming a contractor from initial registration through the award and payment process.

 

Before You Begin

Please note that some steps may take some time. Have your business information ready, including your tax ID, business licenses, and details about the goods or services you offer. 

 

01 Register with EUNA Procurement (Bonfire)

Visit detroit.bonfirehub.com.

  1. Click Register in the top right
  2. Enter your organization name, email, and first and last name
  3. Click Create account
  4. Check your email to complete registration
  5. Enter your business information
  6. Add areas you service
  7. Add Commodities (Goods and/or Services your business offers)

Need help registering? Visit our Supplier Registration written guide or video guide going over how to register.

Sign up for GovDelivery for procurement updates and bid opportunity notices.

 

02 Find Bid Opportunities

Find open solicitations  on the City of Detroit’s Procurement Portal.

Check your email for bid invitations based on the commodity codes you selected on your profile.

 

03 Start Business Certification Process with CRIO*

Receiving a Detroit Business Opportunity Program certification can offer a competitive edge when applying to procure goods and/or services for the City of Detroit. Get certified by the Civil Rights, Inclusion, and Opportunity Department*  to be eligible for local preferences, when applicable.

  • Apply here to certify your business with the CRIO Department.
  • Make sure to apply early; a valid certificate must be uploaded with your bid to be eligible.

 

04 Prepare and Submit a Bid

Once you have selected an Open Opportunity on the City of Detroit’s Procurement Portal.

  1. Click View Opportunity and read the information provided under Project Details. 

  2. Scroll down to Supporting Documentation to download the documents and review the requirements of the solicitation. 

  3. Scroll to the bottom of the page to the Submission section.

  4.  Click Log In or Submit to prepare and submit your application with the required affidavits, licenses, and/or certifications.

Need document assistance? Review the application submission guide or Schedule an appointment with one of our specialists. 

 

05 Bids Evaluated and Winning Bid Selected

Bids are evaluated by field-specific experts and procurement staff.

Winning bidder(s) are selected to receive contract(s).

 

06 Register in the Oracle Supplier Portal

New supplier? Register here and provide:

  • Email Address
  • Taxpayer ID
  • Administrative Contact

Already registered? Log in here.

 

07 Draft and Sign Contract

The contract is developed and required contract documents are collected. Documents can be found in Conditions of Award section of the solicitation. 

Winning bidder reviews finalized contracts and signs.

 

08  Contract Approved

Contracts $50K and over require City Council approval.

 

09 Purchase Order Created by City

Supplier notified of a purchase order created in Oracle.

There MUST be a signed contract or purchase order from the Office of Contracting and Procurement before beginning any work with a City of Detroit department or agency.

 

10 Begin Work

Congratulations! You are now a contractor with the City of Detroit. You may now provide the goods and/or services described in the contract.

The City will monitor performance and compliance.

 

11 Submit Invoices in Supplier Portal

Upload invoice against correct purchase order in the Supplier Portal.

Need help submitting an invoice? Visit our How to Submit and Invoice guide.

For any other questions about navigating the Oracle supplier portal, please visit our Supplier Support page.