Women, Infants and Children (WIC)

Vendor Information (Grocery & Pharmacy)

Policies & Responsibilities

The partnership between the Rhode Island Department of Health and WIC-authorized vendors is an integral component of a successful nutrition program. Vendors ensure that WIC clients receive the correct type and amount of food that they are entitled to receive. Vendors must comply with all policies and procedures set forth in the vendor agreement. The WIC Vendor Program monitors and investigates authorized vendors to ensure that vendors are in compliance with all policies and responsibilities. 

Policy Packet

Vendor Policies
WIC Antifraud Laws
Minimum Inventory Requirements
RI WIC Vendor Guide
Sample WIC Checks
Vendor Information Changes
Vendor Bulletins
Vendor Trainings

Vendor Information Changes

As part of the vendor agreement, the retailer must notify WIC Vendor Unit of any change before implementing the change.  A change in ownership requires retailer to apply as a new vendor.  

Change of Information Form

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Contact WIC at wicvendorsupport@health.ri.gov with any questions.

HEALTH Information Line
1-800-942-7434