Procurement and Material Management

CONTACT INFORMATION: Our office is open 8AM-4:30PM M-F
703-324-3201 TTY 711
12000 Government Center Parkway; Suite 427
Fairfax, VA 22035
Lee Ann Pender
Chief Procurement Officer
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What We Do

The Small Business Commission (SBC) was created to advise and assist the Board, county executive, and county purchasing agent on any matter that will enhance the capability of small, minority and women-owned businesses.

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2025 Small Business Forum

05/29/2025 - 05/29/2025

Join us at Fairfax County’s highly acclaimed Small Business Forum on Thursday, May 29th, 2025 at 8am. Take advantage of learning from business experts and connect with county procurement representatives. Bring your entrepreneurial spirit and learn how to grow your business opportunities.

 

Small Business Forum Details

The Small Business Forum is a free annual event hosted by Fairfax County created to provide a forum for s

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The Small Business Commission meets on the fourth (4th) Monday of each month, weather permitting. All are welcome and encouraged to join the discussion. Check out a list of upcoming meetings here.  For those seeking information about starting or growing a business in Fairfax County, visit the links below.

 

Starting a Business in Fairfax County?

Looking for assistance to start or grow your business? Connect with Fairfax CORE (Connecting Opportunities and Resources for Entrepreneurs) to find step-by-step guides, free and low-cost entrepreneur-focused events, and business counseling, coaching and support, no matter your industry or need, all at no cost to you.

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Business-Related License and Tax Actions

The Department of Tax Administration's (DTA) Personal Property and Business License Division is responsible for the assessment of all local business-related taxes. DTA's business tax specialists are available to provide assistance with state and local business regulations, licensing, and other questions associated with doing business in Fairfax County. Visit their website below to learn more.

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Vendor Comments Board

The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has tasked the Small Business Commission (SBC), supported by the Department of Purchasing and Material Management, to operate and manage a Vendor Comments Board.

The Vendor Comments Board serves county vendors who seek answers not readily available to the general community and welcomes your suggestions, questions and comments. Detail your suggestion, question, issue or comments to streamline and improve the County procurement process or generally facilitate growth of business in Fairfax County,  and submit using our contact form:

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