Contract Vehicles
A contract vehicle is a pre-negotiated agreement or mechanism that government entities use to purchase goods, services, or technology from vendors. These contracts are set up to streamline the procurement process, making it easier and more efficient for government agencies, cities, counties, K-12 schools, and higher education to acquire what they need.
Here's how it works:
- Pre-qualification: vendors apply to be included in the state contract vehicle by submitting their products, services, and pricing for consideration and evaluation.
- Contract Award: Once a vendor is approved, they are awarded a contract, often with set terms.
- Ease of Use: State agencies can use this contract vehicle to make purchases without needing to go through a full procurement process each time.