Virginia Correctional Enterprises
About VCE
Empowering Virginia — At No Cost to Taxpayers
Virginia Correctional Enterprises runs as a self-sustaining agency under the Virginia Department of Corrections, delivering high-quality goods and services while receiving no state funding. Every dollar spent with VCE goes right into bolstering operations, workforce development, and community impact.
Our Mission & Impact
For over 85 years, VCE has transformed lives and strengthened communities by:
- Providing incarcerated individuals with job skills, work experience, and credentials to succeed post-release.
- Supporting Virginia’s economy through wages, local procurement, and reduced incarceration costs.
- Helping to maintain one of the lowest recidivism rates in the nation, thanks to proven training programs.
Through this mission, VCE bridges two critical goals: fulfilling procurement needs for Virginia’s public and nonprofit institutions and giving returning citizens a practical path to stability and employment.
Customer Benefits: Why Virginia Agencies & Institutions Partner with VCE
When you choose VCE, you don’t just get a vendor—you gain a strategic partner with built-in advantages:
- Streamlined procurement — No need to navigate additional bidding processes.
- Full-service delivery — From design to installation, we manage every step.
- No SWaM penalty — Purchases from VCE do not count against agency SWaM goals.
- Assured quality — All products are built to industry standards and certifications.
- Positive social impact — Every dollar supports recidivism reduction and workforce development.
Workforce & Reentry: Transforming Lives, Strengthening Virginia
By buying from VCE, you are investing in rehabilitation and public safety. Our approach includes:
Soft Skills & Professional Development
Inmates receive training in communication, teamwork, time management, accountability, and lean practices—skills vital for successful employment.
Technical & Manufacturing Training
Hands-on instruction is offered in areas like furniture design, AutoCAD, maintenance, and sanitation. Many tracks include registered apprenticeships and vendor certifications, giving participants recognized credentials.
Proven Outcomes
- Recidivism among VCE participants is significantly lower than Virginia’s statewide average.
- Many graduates secure gainful employment post-release, reducing cost burdens to the state and communities.
VCE’s workforce programs are voluntary—applicants interview, qualify, and commit to the process.
By supporting VCE through buying our goods and services, you help make meaningful employment and safer communities possible.
Who We Serve
VCE may sell to:
- Virginia state agencies, departments, and authorities
- Virginia universities, colleges, and community colleges
- Virginia K–12 public school systems
- Virginia municipalities, counties, and first-responder agencies
- Virginia state hospitals, museums, and non-profit organizations
No matter your institution’s mission, if you serve Virginia’s public or nonprofit sector, VCE can fulfill your procurement, furniture, and service needs — while amplifying social impact and compliance.
Let's Work Together
Harness the power of purpose-driven procurement. Get in touch to explore VCE’s product lines, request a quote, or inquire about additional item options.
