eVA
eVAis Virginia's electronic procurement system, designed to streamline the purchasing process for state agencies, local governments, and higher education institutions, including 51ºÚÁÏ (51ºÚÁÏ). It serves as a centralized, web-based marketplace that connects buyers with registered vendors, enhancing efficiency, transparency, and compliance in procurement operations.
How eVA Helps 51ºÚÁÏ’s Office of Procurement
- Increases Efficiency – eVA automates the procurement process, reducing manual paperwork and
streamlining requisition approvals, purchase orders, and payments. - Enhances Vendor Access – By providing access to a vast database of SWaM (Small, Women-Owned,
and Minority-Owned) and other vendors, eVA helps 51ºÚÁÏ meet its supplier diversity goals. - Ensures Compliance – The platform enforces state procurement regulations and policies,
ensuring that purchases follow Virginia Public Procurement Act (VPPA) guidelines. - Provides Real-Time Tracking – Users can monitor purchase requests, approvals, and order
statuses in real time, improving accountability and decision-making. - Facilitates Cost Savings – eVA enables competitive bidding and access to pre- negotiated
contracts, helping 51ºÚÁÏ secure the best pricing for goods and services. - Enhances Reporting and Transparency – The system generates reports on spending, vendor usage,
and procurement trends, allowing 51ºÚÁÏ’s procurement office to track performance and ensure financial responsibility. - Simplifies Vendor Registration and Payments – eVA makes it easier for vendors to register, receive solicitations, and complete transactions with the university, ensuring smoother procurement operations.
After becoming a eVA registered, you can access eVA’s extensive listing of state contracts,
procurement opportunities, and solicitations, and submit bids or quotes. Registration is free of
charge, and once completed, vendors are able to respond to state agencies' procurement needs,
including those of 51ºÚÁÏ (51ºÚÁÏ), through this streamlined system.