Go to caleprocure.ca.gov and start a new bidder registration.
Company profile: choose FEIN or SSN, enter your company name and website.
Primary address: enter your business address; add others if needed.
User accounts: add your primary contact and any other users.
Bidder notifications: opt in to bid alerts, pick who receives them, and select your UNSPSC codes and service areas using keyword search.
Terms and conditions: agree and submit.
Check your email for a temporary login, activate the account, and set a new password (at least 8 characters with upper and lower case, a number, and a special character).
Optional but recommended: apply for SB or DVBE certification if you qualify.

What to have ready

Tax ID: FEIN, or SSN for a sole proprietor
Company name and website (if any)
Primary business address (you can add more later)
Primary contact name, email, and phone (you can add more users)
UNSPSC codes and keywords for what you sell. DGS publishes "A Guide to Keywords and UNSPSCs" to help you pick them.
If applying for SB/DVBE certification: the documents that program requires (separate application)

Read the full California registration guide →

Federal bids in California also need an active SAM.gov registration. How to register in SAM.gov

Common questions

Are there freight and logistics bids open in California right now?

Yes. There are 3 open freight and logistics bids in California right now, from federal, state and local buyers. New ones are added every morning.

How do I get new freight and logistics bids in California by email?

Set up a free FindMyBids alert with your trade and state. It takes under a minute and needs no credit card.

What do I need to bid on California freight and logistics contracts?

For state bids, register with Cal eProcure (DGS / FI$Cal) bidder registration (Free). For federal bids, register in SAM.gov (free). Many bids also ask for specific licenses, insurance limits or bonds; FindMyBids' readiness check flags those before you bid.