Overview
Alabama centralizes procurement through the Division of Purchasing within the Department of Finance. Most state contracts over $15,000 require competitive bidding.
Procurement Portal
Alabama Purchasing (STAARS)
Official state procurement system for Alabama
Top Contract Categories
IT servicesConstructionHealthcareProfessional services
Practical tip
Alabama gives a 5% preference to in-state bidders. If you have an Alabama office or partner, make sure your bid reflects that.