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Message from Director Ana Lasso
In October, I had the pleasure of attending the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the newest affordable housing community built on previously vacant state land. The ceremony marked the completion of the first stage of the Sugar Pine Village project, creating 68 affordable units. Once complete, the Sugar Pine Village project will provide 248 much-needed new housing units for families and workers in the Tahoe region.
These affordable housing projects are standout examples of the state working together to ensure that every Californian has a place to call home. With Sugar Pine Village, DGS is proud to take part in creating a sustainable and inclusive community that reflects the values of the Tahoe region.
The development marked the second project to complete construction for the Excess Sites Program under Governor Newsom's Executive Order N-6-19. To date, DGS has helped identify 49 sites statewide that are suitable and available for housing. Currently there are 20 sites under development that are expected to yield over 4,000 units. I am proud that DGS is able to play a role in such an important effort.
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Introducing TACPA:
The Target Area Contract Preference Act Program
The Target Area Contract Preference Act (TACPA) program was established to stimulate business investment in distressed areas of the state and create job opportunities for Californians to improve the economic vitality of their communities. The DGS Procurement Division’s Policy, Training and Customer Service Branch oversees the Support Services Unit (SSU), which evaluates TACPA applications associated with contract solicitations that exceed $100,000. TACPA provides for a 5% workplace bid preference for a California-based business that is located in the qualified zone and a 1% to 4% preference for bidders who agree to hire eligible persons with high risk of unemployment.
Watch our vendor video about the TACPA program here: TACPA Vendor Training Video
Find more information regarding the TACPA program here: Request Target Area Contract Preference
To find out if your business is located in a TACPA qualified zone, please visit: TACPA | California Dept. of General Services
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Want to Access a Statewide Contract?
Leveraged Procurement Agreements (LPAs) allow departments to buy directly from suppliers through existing contracts and agreements. LPAs are available to California's state, county, city, special district, education and other government entities. Here is a current opportunity being solicited for a statewide contract:
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DGS is conducting a Disparity Study in partnership with Mason Tillman Associates, Ltd.
The purpose of this study is to assess whether any exclusionary practices have occurred in the state's procurement of goods and services. Specifically, it will examine California’s contracting processes to determine whether all businesses, including minority-owned, woman-owned, LGBTQ-owned, and certified small and disabled veteran-owned businesses have equitable access to state contracting opportunities.
Community meetings are being held to give businesses the opportunity to ask questions, share their experiences with state contracting, and discuss any challenges or barriers they have encountered.
For more information, including registration details for community meetings, one-on-one interview scheduling, or to complete a business survey, please visit the Disparity Study website at https://cadgsdisparitystudy.org
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Upcoming Meeting
California Building Standards Commission Meeting
The California Building Standards Commission produces sensible and usable state building standards and administrative regulations that implement or enforce those standards.
Date: December 17 - 19
The agenda and meeting details are forthcoming and can be found on the Building Standards Commission website.
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 Are you a structural engineer that is looking for a rewarding career in public service? The Division of the State Architect (DSA) is looking for an individual who will review and approve the more difficult and complex structural drawings and specifications related to design and structure for public schools, community colleges, and essential services building projects to ensure compliance with the California Building Code (CBC), California Code of Regulations (CCR), and all other applicable governing regulatory requirements. This exciting career opportunity may be for you!
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 Are you ready to utilize your technical expertise in the operations, maintenance, renovation and repair of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and building control systems with the state of California? If so, the Facilities Management Division (FMD) at Department of General Services (DGS) is seeking three Stationary Engineers to join their Fresno team.
FMD is the largest division within DGS and provides building administrative, maintenance, and custodial services to over 200 buildings statewide. The division is committed to the management of these buildings to ensure the safety and well-being of their clients, tenants, and assets. Join the FMD team today!
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California Department of General Services
707 Third St., West Sacramento, CA 95605 | Call (916) 376-5000
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