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Posted on Mar 31, 2026

City to Host Supplier Engagement Event Connecting Businesses with City Agencies

On-Site Supplier Portal Registration Available to New Businesses 

Richmond, VA  — The City of Richmond Department of Procurement Services (DPS), in partnership with the Office of Minority Business Development, is pleased to announce Supplier Connect: Access & Opportunity Summit, a City-sponsored event to connect business owners and entrepreneurs with City Departments and staff.  

The event is for established and new businesses alike and will offer opportunities to: 

  1. Connect directly with a variety of City agencies involved in contracting and procurement work
  2. Discover upcoming projects aligned with the DPS project forecast calendar
  3. Register for the City of Richmond Supplier portal 
  4. Build relationships that can position your business for future opportunities 

“We are always on the lookout for new partners who can help us deliver strong, capable, and consistent services to our residents,” said  Director of Procurement Services Rene Alamaraz . “Events like this are about opening doors and fostering collaboration which is sure to benefit all involved.”  

The event will take place on  Tuesday, April 14 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m . in the  Main Street Station Headhouse  (1500 E. Main St., 2nd floor). Parking is free of charge in the lot directly across the street from the Main Street Station front entrance. 

Participating City offices include: 

Department of Utilities 

Department of Public Works

Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities

Department of General Services

Department of Information Technology

Department of Finance

Department of Planning and Development Review

Office of Minority Business Development

Department of Procurement Services  

 

Please  register here  to confirm your attendance.  

New suppliers who are interested in registering in the City’s supplier portal are asked to bring a completed  W-9  and  ACH  payment form.