Finance Department - Purchasing Division
High Profile Solicitations
Update to Process
In light of the COVID-19 event, we are only accepting bid/proposal submissions electronically. Also, we will only conduct bid openings and pre-submittal meetings, if applicable, via WebEx. Please refer to the solicitation document for further information.

Restrictions on Communication and Prohibited Campaign Contributions (Black Out Period)

Solicitations listed on this page are subject to restrictions on who you can communicate with and prohibitions on campaign or office holder contributions during the blackout period. Violating these rules can lead to disqualification of your submission. For more information on these rules, please visit Restrictions on Communication & Prohibited Campaign Contributions.

The definition of “high profile solicitations" can also be viewed at Restrictions on Communication & Prohibited Campaign Contributions.

  • It is solely your responsibility to check this website and the SAePS Portal for updates and addenda to requests for qualifications, requests for proposals, and invitations for bids. Failure to respond to all requirements may result in the rejection of your proposal.
  • Existing vendors log in to the SAePS Portal.
  • If you want to register as a vendor, visit New Vendor Registration page.
  • NOTE: If there are any bids that are listed/open right now, you will need to contact the staff person listed on the solicitation to have them upload the bid details to your account.
  • For information on how to submit a response to a solicitation, refer to the RFx Response Guide (pdf).