A Programs and Services Overview of DAS Procurement

Overview

DAS Procurement Services is comprised of the following programs:

  • Contracting Program - Charged with the purchase and provision of supplies, materials, equipment and contractual services, as cited in C.G.S § 4a-51 for executive branch state agencies; as well as the purchasing, leasing and contracting for all information system and telecommunication system facilities, equipment and services for state agencies as cited in C.G.S § 4d-2(b)(4). 
  • Purchasing Card Program (P-Card) – In accordance with C.G.S. § 4-98(c), the P-Card program is a credit card program co-administered by DAS and the Office of the State Comptroller. The P-Card is a convenient payment tool (like a personal credit card) to assist state agencies, municipalities, and not-for-profits with purchasing.  All state purchasing policies are observed with the use of the P-Card. 

  • Construction Contractor Prequalification Program - Pursuant to C.G.S. § 4a-100, prequalifies building contractors and subcontractors to enable them to bid on and perform work pursuant to a contract for the construction, alteration, repair, or demolition of public building or any other public work by the state or a municipality estimated to cost $1,000,000 or more and is funded in whole or in part with state funds, with the exception of a public highway or bridge project, or any other construction project administered by the Department of Transportation. 
  • Supplier Diversity Program (SBE/MBE) - Certifies and assists in identifying business opportunities to Connecticut-owned small and minority business enterprises and ensures agency goal setting, per C.G.S.§ 4a-60g.
  • Surplus and Auctions Program (State & Federal) – Administers the property distribution program for the disposition of usable property deemed surplus to state agency operating needs as described in C.G.S.§ 4a-57a.  In addition, DAS is designated as the official agency of the state responsible for the administration and distribution of donated federal surplus property (excluding real estate) to eligible organizations as described in C.G.S. § 4a-66 and § 4a-67.