Operational Services Division
OSD administers the procurement process by establishing Statewide Contracts for goods and services that ensure best value, provide customer satisfaction and support the socioeconomic and environmental goals of the Commonwealth and by providing specific operational services.
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The Operational Services Division oversees the purchase of commodities and services for the Commonwealth. Read more about what we do.
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The Operational Services Division (OSD) can help you do business with the Commonwealth by providing step-by-step advice on becoming a contractor; explaining how the state buys products and services; exploring opportunities for women or minority owned businesses and more!
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Significant benefits can be realized from buying off of statewide contracts, which include time savings, obtaining best value at competitive prices and establishment of long term relationships.
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Commonwealth agencies or other public entities that are conducting procurements need to learn the necessary regulations, policies and procedures to ensure fairness in the bid process.
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The Operational Services Division offers a variety of free training opportunities on topics related to the procurement of commodities and services for Commonwealth departments and entities as well as for businesses interested in doing business with the state.