Counties now have a new opportunity to streamline purchasing operations through a cooperative procurement vehicle backed by county leadership and national partners.

Fairfax County, Virginia has launched a new solicitation for P-Card and Payables Solutions, which, once awarded, will be made available to counties nationwide through Public Promise Procurement (PPP). As an endorsing partner of PPP, the Maryland Association of Counties (MACo) is helping ensure Maryland counties are aware of this opportunity and can take advantage of a contract designed specifically for public-sector needs.

About the New P-Card and Payables Solicitation

The newly issued solicitation, seeks comprehensive P-Card and Payables Solutions, including related services and ongoing support. Fairfax County is leading the solicitation on behalf of participating jurisdictions, with the goal of establishing a contract that counties can readily access without running their own independent procurement process.

The solicitation closes on February 27 at 2:00 p.m. EST.

All supporting documents and official details are available through Fairfax County’s procurement portal.

County Benefits

This cooperative solicitation reflects a growing emphasis on county-driven solutions that reduce duplication, improve efficiency, and modernize government operations. For counties facing staffing constraints and increasing administrative demands, access to vetted, ready-to-use procurement contracts can free up resources while maintaining strong oversight and accountability.

By participating in cooperative procurement opportunities like this one, counties can:

• Reduce procurement timelines
• Increase competition and transparency
• Leverage shared expertise across jurisdictions
• Focus staff time on service delivery rather than process management