I Buy For Virginia
Manuals, Policies & Regulations
The DPS Agency Procurement and Surplus Property Manual (APSPM) sets forth the policies and procedures to be followed by state agencies and institutions in the purchase of non-technology goods and nonprofessional services.
The VITA IT Procurement Policy Manual (“Buy IT”) establishes policies, standards, and guidelines to be followed by state agencies and institutions when procuring information technology (IT), including telecommunications goods and services.
Procedures when Placing Technology Orders
All agencies should use eVA as their purchasing system beginning at the point of requisitioning for all procurement actions.
VPPA - Virginia Public Procurement Act
The VPPA is Section § 2.2-4300 of the Code of Virginia, outlining public policies related to governmental procurement from non-governmental sources.
The Commonwealth of Virginia Construction and Professional Services Manual (CPSM) sets standards, policies, terms, conditions, and procedures for procuring professional design and construction services.
The official method to report vendor noncompliance issues to the DGS/DPS Contract Compliance Section.
DPS Issued Standards & Specifications
The Division of Purchases and Supply has prepared standards and specifications for some goods, recommended for use by Agencies and Institutions when purchasing these products.
Guidelines for state agencies and institutions when procuring IT goods and services, including telecommunications.
Resources/Procedures & Info
eVA offers virtual instructor-led classes, self-paced learning modules, quick guides, videos, and comprehensive user guides for buyers.
Access the Federal Government's website that posts the current CPI figures.
Inactive eVA Vendor Accounts
Vendor accounts may be inactive for various reasons. The inactive vendor list is available for buyers and vendors to resolve accounts (click for more info).
Construction Enjoinment and Debarment
Additional resources are provided by DGS Division of Engineering and Buildings (DEB).
Vendor Prohibited List (Dept. of Taxation)
This link provides access to the list of Prohibited Vendors as determined by the Department of Taxation. Contact information is available on the Virginia Department of Taxation website,
or call (804) 367-8037.
Employment Services Organizations (ESO)
This link accesses the Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services’ ESO Interactive Directory.
State by State Reciprocal Preference Data
This link accesses the National Association of State Procurement Officials (NASPO) website that provides information on preferences established within each state.
