Procurement Services and Programs

Explore the diverse range of services and programs offered by the Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services Office of the Secretary Procurement Services Unit. Gain insights into the unit's objectives and essential information on engaging in business with the agency. 

Small Business Reserve Program

Empowering small businesses, the Small Business Reserve program (SBR) provides an avenue for the small businesses to act as prime contractors on State contracts and procurements. By competing against fellow small businesses rather than larger, more established entities, SBR fosters a level playing field of larger, more established companies.

Minority Business Enterprise Program

The Maryland Department of Transportation's (MDOT) Office of Minority Business Enterprise (OMBE) serves as the official certification agency for multiple programs including Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) Program, the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Program, the Airport Concessions Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (ACDBE) Program, and Small Business Enterprise (SBE) Program. Certification through MBE opens doors to various opportunities for minority-owned businesses.

Veteran-Owned Small Business Reserve Program

In alignment with the Department's commitment to supporting veterans and small businesses, the Veteran and Small Business Programs ensure equitable opportunities. This program is designed to aid, counsel, assist, and protect the interests of Veteran and Small Business concerns, ensuring a fair distribution of purchases, contracts, and subcontracts.

Green Purchasing

Committed to environmental sustainability, the Maryland Green Purchasing Committee, established by the Green Maryland Act of 2010, is tasked with providing the State with education and training on environmentally preferable purchasing practices. Join us in promoting responsible and eco-friendly procurement decision.