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Get certified by the Civil Rights, Inclusion, and Opportunity Department as a Detroit Based Business to be eligible for local preferences,  when applicable.

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

Download the documents and review the requirements of the solicitation. Prepare your proposal or quote, and submit it along with the required affidavits, licenses, and/or certifications.

Need document assistance? Schedule an appointment with one of our specialists. 

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

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

Winning bidder reviews finalized contract and signs.

Contracts $50K and over require City Council approval.

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.

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