What is Vendorization?

“Vendorization” is the term used to describe the approval process to provide services through regional centers to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. You apply for vendorization online through the Provider Directory. This is where you will submit required information and documents, communicate with regional centers, and track your progress.

Your application will be reviewed by the vendoring regional center – the center responsible for the geographic area (also known as catchment area) where your sitebased service or operating office is located. The regional center will review your documents and determine if you meet the requirements. If approved, you’ll be assigned a vendor number and a service code in the Provider Directory.

Important note about vendorization:

Pursuant to Title 17 of the CCR section 54322(d)(10) does not guarantee that individuals will be referred or placed with a vendored provider.