Obtaining a CPS Supplier Number

All suppliers must have a CPS Supplier ID Number. In order to obtain a Supplier ID Number, please follow the procedures below. Suppliers who respond to bid/proposal solicitations which are open to all bidders will complete their Contractor's Disclosure Form as part of the bid/proposal submittal.

1. Please read the FAQ Document   before applying for a supplier number.
2. Complete and return the attached Supplier's Application Form .
3. Minority or Women Owned Businesses, please attach a copy of your City of Chicago Certification Letter. Read more about obtaining M/WBE certification at the City of Chicago Website. Please note that although we use the City's certification, we have a different M/WBE program than the City.
4. Direct Deposit Form for Supplier. Complete and return the attached Direct Deposit Authorization Agreement  .

Please return all completed original forms to the address listed below:

We are not able to accept electronic filing of forms at this time. The Bureau of Purchasing will not automatically mail bids to potential bidders. A list of upcoming bids is available on-line. Solicitations are available for pick-up at the Bureau of Purchasing at the address above. Upcoming solicitations are also advertised in the Chicago Tribune newspaper in the Legal Notices section. It must be noted that Chicago Public Schools will not be held responsible for the untimely receipt of the bid(s).