Take the time to investigate the various programs available to small, disadvantaged and minority-owned businesses. This office handles the purchasing of goods and services for the state. Would-be vendors can register online, view bid invitations and link to other opportunities. This resource contains a guide to doing business with South Carolina, a list of term contracts, and links to the codes and regulations governing the procurement process. This department oversees purchasing of the state's IT items.
Businesses can access a vendor's manual, register as a bidder and peruse a list of buyers.
The Purchasing Division has compiled a guide on doing business with Tennessee. The guide covers most of what you will need to know, including the registration process and special programs for small and minority-owned businesses. Companies can search for open contracts by keyword, agency, location and even school district. This section answers many contracting questions, such as how to register as a state vendor and how to receive immediate notice of bidding opportunities. This page offers a synopsis of the programs and services managed by state's Central Procurement office.