XL EagleeVA (eVA, Virginia's eProcurement portal)
eVA stands for eVA, Virginia's eProcurement portal. eVA is the Commonwealth of Virginia's online procurement system, managed by the Virginia Department of General Services. Vendors register in eVA to receive solicitations and orders from state agencies, colleges, and many local governments that also use the system.
eVA has vendor fees tied to registration and orders, so check the current fee schedule before you price. Virginia also runs a separate SWaM certification for small, women-owned, and minority-owned businesses.
Why it matters to a small contractor
If you want Virginia public work, an active eVA registration is close to essential. Many buyers send quote requests to eVA-registered vendors only, and SWaM certification can help small firms get invited.
Example
A small electrical contractor registers in eVA and gets SWaM certified. A state university sends it a quick quote request for lighting repairs, and the contractor responds in eVA the same day.
eVA: common questions
Do Virginia cities use eVA?
Many local governments and school divisions in Virginia use eVA, though some also use their own portals.
What is SWaM?
It is Virginia's certification for small, women-owned, and minority-owned businesses. It is separate from eVA registration.
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