January 7, 2021

Welcome 2021!

Looking back ever so briefly to 2020, it was undoubtedly a year marked by challenge and change. The Operational Services Division and the Local Government Enablement Team would be remiss if we did not take this opportunity to thank municipal organizations for working with us over the past year and providing valuable insights into what products and services organizations needed to meet the challenges presented by COVID-19.

Please continue to share your Statewide Contract needs and inquiries, and we wish you a healthy and joy-filled 2021.

Below are a few updates for our municipal community.

In this Issue:
  • Visit the OSD Booth at the MMA Annual Meeting and Trade Show;
  • Statewide Contract Reference Sheet for January/February;
  • Federal Stimulus Bill - Coronavirus Relief Fund Extension;
  • Get Your Vendors on Contract;
  • Attend the Marketing Contract Kickoff Event;
  • Seasonal Contracts;
  • Standard and Tailored Training Sessions;
  • Links at Your Fingertips.

Contact us if you have questions or need assistance.
Visit the OSD Booth at the Virtual MMA Annual Meeting and Trade Show - January 21-22, 2021
Once again, the Operational Services Division will participate in the Massachusetts Municipal Association (MMA) Annual Meeting and Trade Show, this year as a Blue Ribbon sponsor.

Plan to visit our booth:
  • Chat with Local Government Enablement and Strategic Sourcing staff;
  • Set up dedicated appointment times;
  • Pick up a copy of the Statewide Contract Product and Services Guide for PPE, LGE Prospectus, and other OSD resources.

Register for the event. Hope to see you there!
Statewide Contract Reference Sheet for January/February

Review the latest Statewide Contract Reference Sheet to see the range of products and services offered on Statewide Contracts. This list is updated every two months.
Federal Stimulus Bill -
Coronavirus Relief Fund Extension
Recently signed Phase 4.0 legislation, responding to the COVID-19 pandemic, includes a provision that extends the deadline for the Coronavirus Relief Fund for one year to December 31, 2021.
The Executive Office for Administration and Finance (A&F) has provided guidance related to the impact of this legislation on the Coronavirus Relief Fund – Municipal Program (CvRF-MP).
Get Your Vendors on Contract

The Operational Services Division seeks qualified businesses to join the new FAC116 Lawns & Grounds Equipment, Parts and Services Statewide Contract.

If you know of a business that may have interest in working with the state, refer them to the bid information in COMMBUYS or ask them to contact the OSD Help Desk at 888-MA-State.
Marketing Contract Kickoff Event - January 28, 2021, 10:00 - 11:30 am
Why would you need marketing expertise?

Attend the PRF70 Advertising, Marketing, and Event Planning Services contract kickoff event to find out.
Contract Manager Ann-Maria Bennett will review the varied uses of the contract and awarded vendors will introduce themselves and highlight their areas of expertise. Time will be allotted to address buyer questions.

We hope you will join us!
Seasonal Contracts
Plow Upfitting - VEH98 and VEH93
Generators - FAC100, FAC101, & FAC105
Service Existing Generators - TRD01
Snow Blowers - FAC88
Snow Removal Services FAC103
Tree Services - FAC103
Heating Oil/Bio Heat - ENE45
Standard and Tailored Training Sessions
Reminder
OSD's Training Team offers a full curriculum of online buyer courses and also works with organizations to conduct training sessions customized to their specific needs. Email OSDTraining to discuss.

Reach the OSD Help Desk
Monday - Friday,
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
888-MA-State or
Links at Your Fingertips
Local Government Enablement Team