Supplier Diversity Office Training
The Supplier Diversity Office (SDO) offers several training opportunities for certified vendors. To see descriptions of all live training classes and pre-recorded webinars, please click here: Supplier Diversity Office (SDO) Training | Mass.gov
- SDO Overview - Watch this first for an overview of SDO programs and resources.
Operational Services Division (Goods and Services) Training
The Operational Services Division (OSD) manages the Commonwealth’s goods and services statewide contracts and offers training designed to help vendors navigate the procurement process and COMMBUYS.
- Website: Vendor Training Overview and Registration
Recommended classes include:- How the State Buys Goods and Services (Formerly titled: Connecting Your Business to the Commonwealth)
- How to Locate and Respond to Bids in COMMBUYS
- Understanding Elements of Bid Solicitation (Formerly titled: Demystifying the RFR)
- Website: Job Aids for Vendors Using COMMBUYS
- Flyer: Steps to Consider if You're Interested in Statewide Contracting
- Flyer: Is Statewide Contracting Right for You?
SCORE Small Business Training Workshops
SCORE provides business mentoring from experienced advisors at no cost to business owners. They also offer free workshops on all aspects of business. To find workshops or a mentor in your area, visit SCORE’s website.
- Website: www.score.org
- Request free mentorship: Find a Mentor
PTAC – Procurement Technical Assistance Center
The Massachusetts APEX Accelerator guides businesses through the government procurement process and provides them with information on how to become more competitive in the government marketplace.
- Website: www.massapex.org
- Click here to Request counseling