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Become an Approved Vendor

High-quality vendor standards

Working with vendors who deliver exceptional services, control costs, reduce risks, and ensure compliance with standards allows us to provide the high-quality service our customers and employees expect.

View our vendor standards

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How to become an approved vendor

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Step 1

Get approved

Please use the Supply Chain Contacts (pdf) list to contact the appropriate category manager or buyer for the product or service you offer.

Registering your business is the first step in becoming a supplier. It does not guarantee work with Rhode Island Energy.

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Step 2

Complete enrollment

If you are an approved electric and gas supplier or vendor, we offer a variety of resources and helpful information on our enrollment page.

Promoting sustainability and diversity

Rhode Island Energy aims to develop a robust supply chain by partnering with diverse local businesses to boost local economic growth. Our goal is to provide these business enterprises with more opportunities to participate in our procurement and sourcing process. This inclusive approach gives us a competitive edge and enhances our community relationships.

Our Supplier Diversity Program offers:

Certification assistance
Business development programs
Supplier mentorship programs

Contact Sandy Schrauger at SLSchrauger@pplweb.com to connect with our team and learn more about this program.

Looking to become a qualified gas or electric supplier?

Apply to become a Rhode Island Energy generation supplier by following the steps on our website.