- Operational Services Division
The latest podcast on the Operational Services Division's podcast channel, WOSD News, features host Layla Palmer and Strategic Sourcing Category Relationship Manager Kelly Thompson Clark talking about Statewide Contract VEH102: Advanced Vehicle Technology Equipment, Supplies and Services — focusing on Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure. The Commonwealth of Massachusetts set a goal in 2021 to reach net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. To prioritize these sustainability goals, OSD made changes to several Statewide Contracts dedicated to vehicles and transportation, ultimately relying less on fossil fuels. VEH102 assists buyers interested in implementing charging infrastructure to complement their electric vehicle purchases.
In the podcast, Kelly breaks down the process for purchasing electric vehicle infrastructure, including equipment, hardware, software, and installation:
- Initiating a plan of action involving all decision makers
- Avoiding pitfalls: Knowing how a project will be funded, determining needs vs. wants, and setting up convenient,
as well as cost-effective, locations for charging stations - Construction: Planning who will conduct the installation and any construction needs that arise
- Understanding EV charging levels and lead time
To get the full outlook on EV charging infrastructure, tune in to the Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Podcast available on the
WOSD Podcast Channel on YouTube. For more information about charging infrastructure, refer to the VEH102 Contract User
Guide.
We look forward to engaging you through our WOSD News Podcast Channel. Send your feedback or ideas for future podcasts
to OSDOutreach@mass.gov.
