How to bid on the Department of Commerce's transition to IPP

What the agency is buying and why a vendor would care

This is a notice for current Department of Commerce (DoC) contractors. Several DoC bureaus and offices will begin using the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP) for submitting and paying invoices, starting in October 2026. This change is part of a financial systems modernization project.

IPP is a free, web-based system provided by the U.S. Department of the Treasury. It allows vendors to submit electronic invoices, receive electronic Purchase Orders, and track invoice status and payment information online. This transition affects contractors working with the Bureau of Economic Analysis, International Trade Administration, Minority Business Development Agency, National Telecommunications and Information Administration, National Technical Information Service, Office of Inspector General, Office of the Secretary, National Institute of Standards and Technology, and First Responder Network Authority.

Key dates and what happens at the deadline

The transition to IPP for the listed bureaus and offices is anticipated to begin in October 2026. The deadline for this notice is November 1, 2026, at 12:00 AM ET. This deadline is for general awareness and preparation, as the system will be implemented starting in October.

Contractors should expect to receive enrollment instructions via email around October 2026. This email will be sent to the Contractor Government Business Point of Contact as listed in SAM, within three to five business days of the contract award being added to IPP.

Who this opportunity suits

This notice is relevant for any small business or large firm that currently holds contracts with the Department of Commerce, specifically with the bureaus and offices transitioning to IPP. This includes firms in various categories that provide goods or services to these DoC entities.

It is particularly important for accounting and administrative personnel within contracting firms who handle invoicing and payment processes for federal contracts.

How to respond

To access the original source of this notice, click “View original source” on the portal. If the first click takes you to the portal’s homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid. You may need a free account to view documents, though for many bids this is not required.

In anticipation of the transition, review the information available on the IPP website. If you are not already enrolled, your firm's Government Business Point of Contact (as listed in SAM) will receive enrollment instructions via email around October 2026. For assistance with enrollment, contact the IPP Production Helpdesk via email at [email protected] or by phone at (866) 973-3131. For questions regarding the implementation of IPP for these bureaus/offices, contact the Shared Services Procurement Office at [email protected].

Practical tips for preparing a competitive response

Familiarize your team with the IPP system by reviewing the available information on the IPP website. This proactive step can help ensure a smooth transition for your invoicing processes.

Ensure your firm's contact information, especially the Government Business Point of Contact in SAM, is current and accurate. This is crucial for receiving timely enrollment instructions and other important communications.

Distribute this information widely within your company to all personnel who may be affected by the transition, including those in finance, contracts, and project management. This will help ensure everyone is aware of the upcoming changes and can prepare accordingly.