The Department of Administrative Services (DAS) Central Procurement is now offering orientation for vendors interested in doing business with State of Iowa agencies.

Objectives of Vendor Orientation

  • Learn the basics of public procurement.
  • Learn about what the State purchases.
  • Learn where to find solicitations.
  • Learn who to contact.
  • Learn where to find other procurement information.
  • Learn about the availability of no-cost services from the CIRAS APEX Accelerator Program.

Scheduling and Registration

Vendor Orientation sessions are held virtually on Thursday mornings from 9:00–10:00
a.m. (CST).


To view upcoming session dates and register to attend, please click the registration link and complete the online form. Registered participants will receive a confirmation and web conference details prior to the session.


Vendor Orientation Schedule and Registration Form