Purchasing overview

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​Do you have something to sell that's not related to engineering, road, airport or bridge construction projects? The links below will lead you to what you need to know about the Wisconsin Department of Transportation purchasing process.

State of Wisconsin vendor's guide - This guide, published by the Department of Administration gives a brief, high level overview of how purchasing is conducted by Wisconsin agencies including DOT.

Supplier diversity program - The State of Wisconsin has a goal of spending 5% with Minority Business Enterprises and 1% with Disabled Veteran Owned Business Enterprises. Find out if you qualify and become certified.

Who Buys What - Meet DOT’s Purchasing Staff and find out what they buy.

Engineering and road, airport and bridge construction projects - Bidding of these are done by a different division of DOT. Take a look at their resources.

Still have questions? Contact us at dotcentralpurchasing@dot.state.wi.us