Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Are contractors required to register in the Central Contractor Registration (CCR)? Prior to the award of any contract or purchase agreement, Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) policy requires that contractors register in the CCR. For information regarding CCR and how to register please access the government's CCR website or by calling 1-888-227-2423. Q: How can I identify current Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) procurement activities? Federal Government procurements over $25,000 are posted to the Federal Business Opportunities webpage. To review DoDEA procurements click on the "Vendors" box and select "ODA" (for Other Defense Agencies). Q: How can I be notified of Federal Government solicitations that I may be qualified to bid on? Please visit Fed Biz Opps to be automatically notified of all Federal Government solicitations or all notices from a particular agency. After entering the "Vendors" area, click "Vendor Notification Service" on the right menu and choose one of the four options listed for recurring announcements. Please note that DoDEA does not maintain a Vendor Database to notify contractors of its solicitations. Q: Does DoDEA's Procurement Division evaluate curriculum or DVD samples? Regarding curriculum or DVD samples, the Procurement Division does not evaluate samples unless they have been specifically requested and provided through he contracting officer. Q: Are there resources available to provide assistance to business firms in marketing their products and services? DoD Procurement Technical Assistance (PTA) Centers are a local resource available that can provide assistance to business firms in marketing their products and services to Federal, state, and local governments. The PTA Centers are a non-profit program funded by the Defense Logistic Agency. Q: How do you contact the DoDEA Small Business Specialist? Email smallbusinessrepresentative@hq.dodea.edu or phone 703-588-3625