The Governor's Marketplace is coming to Seaside! The theme of this year's Governor's Marketplace is Pathways to Partnerships. We must prioritize building shared prosperity across the state and for all communities, especially as it relates to expanding opportunities for partnership between all of our different communities, state agencies and local government entities.

The Governor's Marketplace brings information about public contracting opportunities and business resources to Oregonians across the state. Join us on November 17th at the Seaside Civic and Convention Center!

Date: November 17, 2025

Time: 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Location: Seaside Civic and Convention Center

415 1st Avenue, Seaside, OR 97138

What to expect:

• This event includes several training session offerings that we invite you to attend. Contractors who are licensed by the Construction Contractors Board (CCB) and attend these trainings are eligible to receive (1) continuing education unit per session.
• Pre-registration is recommended (session space is limited. No charge for attending).
• Light morning refreshments and lunch will be provided at no cost.
• Language interpretation provided as needed.

For more information and to pre-register when registration opens, email info.gmp@oregon.gov, or check out the Governor's Marketplace webpage by clicking the button below.

Community Partners Welcome!

We invite you to participate in the committees and workgroups addressing the recommendations from the 2023 State of Oregon Disparity Study. Your expertise and insights can help drive meaningful change in Oregon’s procurement and economic equity strategies!

We are seeking individuals who have experience bidding on government work, utilizing subcontractors, or working in procurement, policy, business equity, or economic development. We value all perspectives from all industries that are passionate about advancing equitable business opportunities in Oregon.

Available Opportunities (August-November):

Subgroup 4: Subcontractor Data and Issues

Subgroup 5: Minimums and Goals

Subgroup 6: Insurance and Bonding

Click this link or scan the QR code below for more information and to sign up for a Subgroup!

The 2025 Oregon Small Business Summits were a huge success! Thank you to all of our state agency partners, resource organizations, and small business development centers for helping make these summits happen! Thank you to all the small business owners across Oregon who attended!

As the Office of Procurement Equity plans for 2026, we are seeking your feedback! If you made it to one of our Small Business Summits and would like to provide input on what the 2026 programming looks like, please fill out our survey by clicking the button below!

September is National Preparedness Month. As a small business owner in Oregon, being prepared for disasters and emergencies can help your business survive. If you are interested in emergency procurement opportunities with the Oregon Department of Human Services’ Office of Resilience and Emergency Management (OREM), here is what you need to know.   

1. OREM Partners with Local Businesses During Disasters

OREM collaborates with local businesses to provide critical services such as food, water, shelter, transportation and hygiene services during emergencies. While these are our main contracts, each disaster is unique, and every response has variables that may require different services from other types of businesses.  Having your business registered in OregonBuys allows us to find and contact you quickly.  By partnering with local entities, OREM ensures that emergency funds benefit the communities directly affected by disasters.  

2. Registration in OregonBuys is Required

To participate in emergency procurement opportunities, and any contracting with the State of Oregon, your business must register as a supplier in OregonBuys. This platform is used for posting and responding to state procurement solicitations. Registering and completing paperwork before  a disaster ensures your business can participate in disaster response from the start. After registering, you can search for relevant bid solicitations, such as:  

• Non-congregate sheltering  

• On-call feeding and bottled water delivery  

• Hygiene 

• Transportation 

Detailed instructions for registration and responding to bids are available on the OregonBuys website.  

3. Contracts with OREM are not exclusive

Most of OREM’s solicitations are non-competitive, meaning there is not limit to the number of contract awards. The intent is to have a large pool of vendors across the state and with varying skillsets and capabilities which OREM can work with  to meet community needs and support the local economy. 

4. Emergency Procurement opportunities can reduce disaster-related revenue loss 

Disasters often lead to lost revenue for local businesses. Evacuations, travel restrictions and restricted tourism mean fewer customers and sales.  Being registered and having  a price agreement with OREM may help offset those loses so your small business can recover and continue serving the community.   

To learn more about how your business can be ready for disasters go to Ready.gov.  

Stay informed by signing up for emergency alert notifications at OR-Alert.gov.

Learn more about the Office of Resilience and Emergency Management.

You don’t need a crystal ball to see that emergencies happen—but with a little prep, your business can bounce back faster than a rubber band in a slingshot.

So go ahead—check your plans, register in OregonBuys, and maybe even practice your “we’re ready for anything” victory dance.

When the unexpected knocks, be the business that answers. Stay safe, stay savvy, and stay prepared!

-Jenine

To submit your own question to Jenine, click the button below.

Emergency Procurement

In Oregon,” [a]n emergency is defined as circumstances that could not have been reasonably foreseen that create a substantial risk of loss, damage, interruption of services, or threat to public health or safety. An Emergency Procurement is used to promptly execute a contract in response to the circumstances in an effort to remedy the condition” (DAS, ORS 279A.010.).

September is National Preparedness Month, a time for procurement professionals and vendors alike to review their emergency readiness. While large-scale disasters often make headlines, most emergency procurements are declared at the agency level in response to urgent, localized needs like pest infestations, facility equipment failures, cyber-attacks, or public health risks.

For vendors, readiness means more than just registering in OregonBuys and checking the box for emergency use. It also means being clear about what you can deliver quickly, having a sourcing plan, and being responsive when contacted. Relationships help, but visibility, availability, and speed matter most.

For procurement staff, the first step in any emergency is to follow your agency’s internal procedures. Emergency procurements must be authorized by your agency head and documented thoroughly, including justification, vendor selection rationale, and efforts to encourage competition. To ensure those foundations are in place, consider running a tabletop exercise (TTX) to test your readiness. DAS provides a helpful guide to prepare. Practicing now ensures your team can respond quickly and confidently when the unexpected hits