Beware of scams targeting state agencies!
We want to share some important information about a phishing email that has been brought to our attention and how you can help keep your agency safe. Learn more.

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Before you can use the state's purchasing power, your organization must sign a contract usage agreement. There is no cost to sign a contract usage agreement.

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After you sign a contract usage agreement:

1. Use our Contract Search tool to find goods and services. You can also search contracts with small, diverse, or veteran-owned businesses.
2. Identify the contract that you will be purchasing from.
3. Read the "how to use this contract" section on the contract summary page and follow the instructions listed.

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Each statewide contract includes a price list that shows the maximum prices, based on low-volume purchases. Check your invoice against the price list to make sure you are not charged more than the contract price. Discounts may be available based on order quantity, manufacturer or dealer incentives, or other competitive factors. Vendors are allowed to charge less than the stated contract price.

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Related laws

These are the laws authorize us to establish statewide and Washington-led cooperative contracts:

• Title 200 WAC Department of Enterprise Services creation, roles, and authority of DES
• RCW 39.26.050 Procurement of Goods and Services - Washington state law on procurement of goods and services
• RCW 39.26.060 Cooperative purchasing
• RCW 39.26.080 Procurement policy — Director's responsibility and authority — Statewide contracts

Alert: Watch for phishing email targeting state agencies

We are aware of a phishing email circulating that appears to be from Manohar Bandam at Quest Global Digital. The email invites state agencies to attend virtual meetings about statewide contracts 14822, IT project management, and 16322, IT development.

Quest Global Digital is not an awarded contractor on either contract and DES has no active engagements with the company.

Do not reply to the email.

If you or someone in your organization receives the email, do not respond or click any links. Delete the message immediately. If you’re ever unsure whether a message is legitimate, please contact your ITPS team. You can also learn more on our support website.

Questions? Email DESITPS@des.wa.gov.