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February Honorees
February 23, 2023
Monica Franklin, Tyler Russell, Emmanuel Smith, Julissa Marcano, and Brandford Quartey were faced with an arduous, never before done task. I asked for volunteers and these 5 stepped up. They learned anew process, they completed their tasks and they are now in a position to help others with this task. They are actuallygoing to be assisting DoIT with this task as ...
Maryland Department of General Services Distributes Boots to Community Non-profit Organizations Through Federal Surplus Personal Property Donation Program
February 3, 2023
BALTIMORE, MD – The Maryland Department of General Services (DGS), the agency of record in the State of Maryland for the Federal Surplus Personal Property Donation Program, today partnered with 4MyCity in Baltimore, Maryland to distribute 428 pairs of men’s boots to 20 non-profit organizations.
“Today’s donations were possible because of the continuing dedication and outstanding outreach efforts made by our ...
“Today’s donations were possible because of the continuing dedication and outstanding outreach efforts made by our ...
January Honorees
January 26, 2023
During a short break between interviews a phone call came into the conference room which Doreva Hinton answered. It was a person looking for the location of the tax court. The person on the phone was very concerned that they would miss their hearing as they were unsure of the location. Doreva was compassionate and very friendly to the person and told ...
Maryland Department of General Services Announces $68 Million Award to Support New Baltimore City District Courthouse Construction
January 25, 2023
BALTIMORE, MD – The Maryland Department of General Services (DGS) today announced the award of $68 million in funding to support the construction of the new Baltimore City district courthouse. The Board of Public Works approved the award, which will support a contract with Cam Construction Company of Timonium, Maryland to provide construction services.
“This state-of-the-art facility promotes best practices in ...
“This state-of-the-art facility promotes best practices in ...
General Services Announces Newly Acquired ISO Certification for Human Resources Division
January 17, 2023
BALTIMORE, MD – The Maryland Department of General Services (DGS) today announces their achievement in securing the International Organization for Standardization 9001:2015 (ISO) certification for their Human Resources division. DGS is one of the first state agencies to acquire the certification. This certification was selected specifically to validate DGS’ human resources ability to exceed the quality expectations and requirements of ...
Flags Raised Over Newly Restored State House Dome, Signaling Completion of Historic Preservation Project
January 10, 2023
State Completes Final Stages of Maryland State House Dome Restoration Project and Advances Exterior & Grounds Restoration
ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Larry Hogan today announced that the state has completed the most extensive renovation of the historic Maryland State House Dome in decades. The restoration of the nation’s oldest U.S. state capitol in continuous legislative use began in March 2022, and preserves the ...
ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Larry Hogan today announced that the state has completed the most extensive renovation of the historic Maryland State House Dome in decades. The restoration of the nation’s oldest U.S. state capitol in continuous legislative use began in March 2022, and preserves the ...
The Hogan Administration Announces Over $16 Million in Federal Surplus Delivered to Marylanders in Need in 2022
December 29, 2022
ANNAPOLIS, MD – The Hogan administration today announced that in the year 2022, the Maryland Department of General Services (DGS), the agency of record in the State of Maryland for the Federal Surplus Personal Property Donation Program, secured and delivered $16,583,540 in federal surplus property to Marylanders in need, public schools, non-profit organizations, municipal agencies, federally certified 8(a) firms, and ...
December Honoree
December 22, 2022
Officer Terrence Smith come to Maryland Capitol Police from the Baltimore City Sheriff’s Office where he spent approximately 5 years. Prior to that Officer Smith served 28 years with the Baltimore City Police Department and 15 years with the Baltimore City Fire Department. Officer T. Smith is a hard-working officer, respectful and polite to all persons that he encounters during his tour ...
Hogan Administration Announces $27.5 Million in Capital Grant Funding for the Month of December
December 21, 2022
Funds Will Support Museums, Community Centers, Medical Facilities, Parks and Community Revitalization, Historic Institutions, and Educational Foundations
ANNAPOLIS, MD – The Hogan administration announced Maryland Board of Public Works (BPW) approval of 34 capital grant agreements in the month of December, totaling $27,509,693. These dedicated grants foster essential capital projects for museums, community centers, medical facilities, athletic facilities, parks and community ...
ANNAPOLIS, MD – The Hogan administration announced Maryland Board of Public Works (BPW) approval of 34 capital grant agreements in the month of December, totaling $27,509,693. These dedicated grants foster essential capital projects for museums, community centers, medical facilities, athletic facilities, parks and community ...
Maryland Department of General Services Announces the Award of the $26.8 Million Construction Contract for New Maryland State Police Barracks V
December 21, 2022
BERLIN, MD – The Maryland Department of General Services today announced the Board of Public Works’ (BPW) approval for the next step of the Maryland State Police Barracks V in Berlin, Maryland. The board approved the contract for construction services to Keller Brothers, Inc. in Mount Airy, MD.
“As the lead agency for state building construction, we know the importance of ...
“As the lead agency for state building construction, we know the importance of ...