Purchase Processing Time
Average Purchase Order Processing Time
| Threshold | Requirement | Requesting Department | Materiel Management | TOTAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $0-$4,999.99 | 1 quote DMBE- Certified SWaM vendor, if available; if not F&R* Obtain 1 quote from a Non-SWaM vendor, if available. VISA, if accepted by vendor | 2 days | 2 days | |
| $5,000-$49,999.99 | Materiel Management; 1 quote SWaM, if available, if not F&R, 2 additional quotes, 1 SWaM, if available and 1 non-SWaM; by telephone, in writing, eVA Quick Quote or informal on-site bidding | 2 Days | 5 Days | 7 Days |
| $50,000 and over IFB | Materiel Management; not less than 6 sources, 4 SWaM, if available; advertised in eVA and on MM** website; public bid opening; award posted for 10 days | 2 Days | 5 Days | 30 Days |
| $50,000 and over RFP | Materiel Management; not less than 6 sources, 4 SWaM, if available; advertised in eVA, on MM website and in Richmond Times-Dispatch; no public opening; award posted for 10 days |
10 days | Evaluations | 45 Days |
*F&R = Fair and Reasonable
**MM = Materiel Management