How to Register a Supplier in Virginia eVA (Quick Guide)

How to Register a Supplier in Virginia eVA

Overview for buyers & vendors—use this to get set up and visible in Virginia’s procurement portal.

Quick Steps (Summary)

Create an organization/vendor account and verify your email.
Enter legal business details, tax IDs, and primary contacts.
Select commodity codes aligned to your services (welding, fabrication, maintenance).
Upload requested documents (e.g., COI). W-9 is provided upon request.
Set notification preferences; confirm your profile shows as active/complete.

Tip: Match commodity codes and descriptions to how buyers actually search (e.g., structural welding, facility maintenance, marine repair).

Is there a fee or approval time?

Fees and approval times can change. Follow the prompts during registration and check your account dashboard for current status and any required actions.

What documents should I have ready?

Typical items include business/tax info, NAICS/NIGP codes, and insurance docs. We provide a W-9 upon request via our Contact page.

How do I get matched to the right bids?

Keep commodity codes accurate and enable email notifications. Consider separate codes for emergency welding, structural welding, and facilities maintenance.