City of Portales Joins the New Mexico Purchasing Group to Streamline Procurement and Expand Vendor Access
PORTALES, N.M., Sept. 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The City of Portales has officially joined the New Mexico Purchasing Group, an e-procurement solution powered by Bidnet Direct by SOVRA. This platform provides government agencies across New Mexico with a centralized system for managing bids and vendor communication. Vendors interested in doing business with the City of Portales can register at https://www.bidnetdirect.com/new-mexico/cityofportales.
Through the New Mexico Purchasing Group, the City of Portales gains access to an easy-to-use platform for posting solicitations and tracking procurement activity. Registered vendors benefit from visibility into opportunities posted by all participating agencies in the region, as well as tools for managing bid submissions and notifications.
"We're pleased to join a platform that increases efficiency and supplier access," said Lisa Gamble, CPO of the City of Portales. "Joining the New Mexico Purchasing Group helps us improve transparency and competition while making it easier for vendors to find and respond to our opportunities."
Vendors registered on the platform receive:
- Access to bids from nearly 50 participating agencies in New Mexico, exclusively posting on Bidnet Direct by SOVRA
- Customized bid alerts based on goods and services offered
- Notifications of term contract expirations
- Real-time alerts on addenda and updates
- Full customer service support
About the City of Portales:
Portales is a city in and the county seat of Roosevelt County, New Mexico. Its population was 12,280 at the 2010 census.
About SOVRA:
SOVRA is a leading source-to-contract solution that powers regional purchasing groups across all 50 states. Through its Bidnet Direct platform, SOVRA helps local and state agencies digitize procurement, increase vendor participation, and ensure transparency at every step. By streamlining the bid process, SOVRA supports governments in maximizing the value of public funds and building stronger communities. Learn more at https://sovra.com.
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