Schools and governments buy services regularly, but the process is formal.
In this article
Why public work
Steady demand and reliable payment.
Registration
Vendor portals.
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Bids
Follow instructions exactly.
Insurance
Higher limits.
Wages
Prevailing wage rules.
Where to start
Register as a vendor with your school district and city.
An example
A cleaning company started with a small school contract and grew into multiple buildings.
Common mistakes
Missing forms, underpricing and ignoring wage rules.
What to track
Track bids, wins and payment time.
Questions to ask
Are we registered? Can we meet insurance limits? Do we understand wage rules?
A closer look
Start with small contracts, like a single building or a short-term job, to build references. Read every bid document line by line, attend pre-bid meetings and ask questions in writing. Public payment can be slower than private work, so plan cash flow. Once you perform well, renewals and new opportunities often follow from the same agency.
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Frequently asked questions
How do small service companies get government contracts?
By registering on vendor portals, reading bid documents carefully, meeting insurance and wage requirements, and bidding on smaller contracts first.