The Office of General Services (OGS) was established in 1960 to provide essential support services for the operations of state government. Since then, OGS has grown significantly in scope and complexity. Today, OGS is a diversified organization providing a broad spectrum of services to state agencies, local governments, schools and non-profits, and the public. Some of these services include:
• Architectural, engineering and construction management services for buildings statewide;
• Building management, energy saving operations, and maintenance services to 49 major office complexes and buildings statewide.
• Planning and implementing the most efficient use of state and privately-owned space for state agencies at best value.
• Developing and managing innovative, strategic procurement and contracting methods to provide customers with timely, cost effective, and efficient purchasing solutions.
• Administering a variety of support and distribution services including the state’s interagency mail and freight services, printing and copying services, disposal of surplus state equipment, and distribution of USDA surplus food supplies.
• Fleet management services for all Executive Branch agencies, including assigning state identification numbers for passenger vehicles and managing state fuel credit cards.
• Recruitment services to attract best-in-class talent to fill state agency staffing needs.
• Human resource and finance services for all Executive Branch agencies, including: including benefits administration, SFS support, time and attendance, travel and expense, purchasing, and accounts payable and receivable.
• Multimedia consultation & project implementation for state agencies including video, graphic design, exhibit design, branding and marketing, and website consultation and design.
• Educational tours, visitor assistance, art management, cultural interpretation, exhibits, community events, farmers markets, Summer at the Plaza festivals, and convention center management.
