ShopUW+ Vendor/Supplier Resources

Vendors/Suppliers can get more information on how to register as a Supplier with UW System on the ShopUW+ Supplier Resources web page.

The UW System uses the State of Wisconsin’s bidder list system called “VendorNet” to post all official sealed bids and requests for proposals.  If your firm would like to receive notification of all State of Wisconsin and UW System official sealed bids and RFPs please go to VendorNet to register your company.

When registering you must know the various NIGP commodity codes that are applicable to the items your company can provide.

  • When a bid is posted for that commodity code you’ll get an automatic e-mail alert that the bid has been posted and you can then bid on the item/contract.

If you qualify, consider becoming a Wisconsin certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE). There is a goal that all state agencies spend 5% of their purchases with certified MBE firms.

If your business focuses on construction or remodeling we recommend that you also monitor the WisBuild website for bid postings related to large construction projects in the state. Depending on the project type and the overall cost, many university building projects are managed entirely by the Dept of State Facilities (DSF). Please be aware that bid solicitations for these projects will not be visible on VendorNet, but rather are only posted on WisBuild. Certain construction or remodeling projects, funded by gifts or grants, will be posted publicly on the UWSA Design & Construction Opportunities website found here.

Additional Resources:

State of Wisconsin Public Notices
University of Wisconsin Small Business Development Center
Dept. of Administration (DOA)
BidNET
WisBuild
State of Wisconsin Ineligible /Eligible Vendor Listings