Apply for or Re-Apply for Recognition as Nonprofit Organization
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Nonprofit organizations recognized by the Office of Small Business and DVBE Services (OSDS) are eligible for benefits under the state's Prompt Payment Act. The Prompt Payment Program is designed to expedite the invoice payment process for recognized non-profit organizations and certified small businesses. Additionally, a recognized non-profit organization receives higher interest penalties when the state exceeds its 45-day time limit (of the required payment date) to pay a properly submitted and undisputed invoice.
APPLICANTS
- Registration Instructions for the Cal eProcurement (Cal eProcure) System (PDF)
- Register your firm to do business with California state government.
- Get Certified
- Online: Login to your registered Cal eProcurement profile.
- Complete & submit the online application along with all requested supporting documents
Program Guide
Forms
- Nonprofit Recognition Application (DGS PD 804)
Resources
Authority
- Government Code Section 927 et seq.
- Government Code Section 14835
Contact
Department of General Services
West Sacramento, CA 95605
Phone: (916) 375-4940
Email: Certification@dgs.ca.gov