Government contracting in Fresno starts with SAM.gov and Cal eProcure, and GERC handles both for you. Fresno is the hub of the San Joaquin Valley and the busiest public contracting market between Sacramento and Los Angeles. High-speed rail construction, Caltrans District 6 projects, water infrastructure and one of the largest school districts in the state keep a steady flow of bids moving. Local contractors, suppliers and consultants often do the work as subcontractors without ever holding the certifications that would let primes count them toward their goals.
GERC helps Fresno and Madera county firms register, certify and bid, so they can compete as primes and be counted as SB, DVBE or DBE subcontractors.
Who buys in Fresno and Madera counties
Active public buyers in the area include:
- Caltrans District 6, headquartered in Fresno, for highway, bridge and maintenance work across the southern Valley
- The California High-Speed Rail Authority and its Central Valley design-build contractors
- Fresno County, the City of Fresno, the City of Clovis and Madera County
- Fresno Unified, Clovis Unified, Central Unified and other school districts, plus Fresno State and State Center Community College District
- Fresno Yosemite International Airport and Fresno Area Express (FAX)
- Irrigation, water and groundwater agencies working on Valley water supply projects
Government contracting help for businesses in Fresno County
- SAM.gov registration and UEI and entity validation, so you are eligible for federal contracts, grants and set-asides
- Cal eProcure registration, so state solicitations for your UNSPSC codes reach you
- California Small Business (SB), Micro Business and SB-PW certification, with the 5% bid preference on state contracts
- DVBE certification for firms owned by disabled veterans
- Local vendor registration with cities, counties, school districts, transit agencies and special districts
- Bid and proposal writing for RFPs, RFQs and IFBs, and capability statements
- Grant writing for nonprofits, tribes, small businesses and public agencies
Cities we serve in Fresno County
Fresno, Clovis, Sanger, Selma, Reedley, Kingsburg, Fowler, Parlier, Kerman, Coalinga, Mendota, Firebaugh, Orange Cove, Huron and San Joaquin in Fresno County, and Madera and Chowchilla in Madera County.
Government contracting in Fresno County: frequently asked questions
Does high-speed rail work count toward small business goals?
Yes. The California High-Speed Rail Authority sets small business participation goals on its contracts, including DVBE and DBE. Primes need certified firms to meet them, so holding SB, DVBE or DBE certification makes you easier to hire.
Does it cost anything to register or certify?
No. SAM.gov, Cal eProcure, and California SB, SB-PW and DVBE certification are all free to apply for and hold. You pay GERC only for preparation, troubleshooting and ongoing management.
Economic consulting in Fresno and Madera Counties
GERC is also an economic consulting firm. For cities, counties, special districts, developers, nonprofits and businesses in Fresno and Madera Counties, we prepare economic impact analysis, fiscal impact analysis, benefit-cost analysis for grants, feasibility studies and market research.
Studies are delivered remotely, and we present findings to councils and boards in person or by video. See all of our economic consulting services.
Related services
- Procurement support for cities and public agencies
- Infrastructure grant writing
- Teaming partners for prime contractors
- BUILD (RAISE), INFRA and Mega grants
Schedule a consultation
- Call (909) 454-7076. This is the fastest route, Monday to Friday.
- Book a consultation at a time that suits you.
- Email us about Fresno County. The message opens with the subject already filled in.