Doing Business with the State of Washington: A Guide to Washington State Bid Opportunities is a comprehensive guide to help businesses understand the competitive bidding process for state contracts. The guide provides an overview of the different types of bidding opportunities available and explains the procedures and requirements for submitting bids. It also includes information on how to register as a bidder and how to access bid documents. The guide covers topics such as how to respond to bid notices, how to submit a bid, and how to understand bid evaluations. There are three different types of Doing Business with the State of Washington: A Guide to Washington State Bid Opportunities: formal bids, informal bids, and small works roster. Formal bids are used for contracts greater than $50,000 and require a complete written bid proposal. Informal bids are used for contracts up to $50,000 and require a simpler written proposal. The Small Works Roster is for contracts up to $300,000 and does not require a written bid.