Local Business Marketplaces
Introducing VIT's Local Business Marketplace:
Where Local Businesses and Big Opportunities Meet.
Driving Local Growth Through Smart Procurement
VIT’s Local Business Marketplaces are built for buyers who are committed to sourcing from their own communities — whether cities, regions, or entire states. Our exclusive B2B platforms connect buyers directly with qualified local and small businesses (SBEs), empowering stronger, more resilient local economies.
At VIT, we recognize that thriving local businesses create thriving communities. Our marketplaces make it easy for buyers to access trusted vendors nearby, contributing to sustainable economic growth, job creation, and vibrant regional development.
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Develop a marketplace with small and local businesses of all types.
VIT's Local Business Marketplace collaborates with local municipalities & local business entities
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Ensure buyers have a wide array of options to meet their procurement needs.
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Have a user-friendly platform that makes it easy to discover, connect, and transact with trusted local suppliers.
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Support the buyer’s commitment to sourcing products and services from their own community.
Key Features With Your Subscription
Customized view
Integration with Procurement Platform/Financial System
(If desired)
Buyer specific rules
Comprehensive reporting
Access to the best businesses in your area
Option to help recruit top businesses in your area that you want to work with
One example of our successful Local Business Marketplace is the ELM marketplace. This marketplace is a Chicago area marketplace, it has multiple buyers who each have a unique view of their personalized marketplace. By bringing together the local buyer community with a curated selection of vendors, VIT's Evanston Local Marketplace enhances collaboration and fosters mutually beneficial partnerships within the local business ecosystem.