Resources

Learn about the DSA process for project submittal and plan review for K-12 schools, community colleges and essential services building construction projects.

View non-competitively bid (NCB) contract types processed by the Department of General Services and learn how to submit a justification request.

Government agencies can access the Office of State Publishing’s (OSP) rates, along with a listing of its services.

Stakeholders can view information regarding priority funding eligibility, funding rounds, and non-participation in the funding rounds.

Client state agencies can find frequently asked questions about projects in state-owned buildings ranging from how to start a construction project to what services are provided.

Learn about DSA's commitment to making the certification process for K-12, community college and essential services building construction projects a success.

State agencies can receive payment assistance on invoices for work completed in accordance with the Prompt Payment Program, which include payments due on a contract awarded to a certified small business or nonprofit organization.

Stakeholders can view information on Proposition 2, the Kindergarten through Grade 12 Schools and Local Community College Public Education Facilities Modernization, Repair, and Safety Bond Act of 2024.

There are two types of public auction services to dispose of state vehicles, mobile equipment and surplus personal property: online vehicle and equipment auctions and online surplus personal property auctions.

The Public School Construction Collaborative (PSCC) works cooperatively with the Division of the State Architect (DSA) to offer input and feedback on matters related to public school construction.

Access publications by the Office of Fleet and Asset Management (OFAM), including Management Memos, reports and the State Fleet Handbook.

View building standards-related publications produced by other state agencies.

Purchasing Authority Round Table (PART) members are a consortium of various state agencies procurement management. The goals of PART are promoting open communication and collaboration between state department procurement management and the DGS PD.

Access purchasing standards supported by DGS geared for procurement professionals, suppliers, state and local government agencies in meeting their EPP goals, assistance with technical areas of procurement, performance, environmental standards and specification.

Members of the general public can view current PWCA Arbitrators' applications

View fee schedule for the Public Works Contract Arbitration (PWCA) and access payment portal.

Members of the general public may view portions of the Judicial Council's Ethics Standards for Neutral Arbitrators in Contractual Arbitration.

Access appraisal specifications and California Code for appraisal review by the state.

Client state agencies and vendors can find a list of all architectural and engineering, construction, materials testing and inspection services solicitations by the Real Estate Services Division (RESD).

City and county offices collect a fee from applicants for local business licenses, report revenue to DSA and submit a portion of the fee to DSA. 

Review the process for reporting a CAL-Card lost or stolen, or if a fraudulent charge was made. 

Parties can access links to information to assist them when filing or responding to a request for a due process hearing and mediation case. 

The State Contracting Manual (SCM) provides direction for use of required language for solicitations and contracts. This page contains the following resources: Bidder Instructions General Provisions Special Provisions Please refer to the Department of General Services' Office of Legal Services webpage for guidelines pertaining to Non-Information Technology (IT) solicitations and contracts.

View resources for the Office of Administrative Hearings’ General Jurisdiction division, including information on mediations, laws and regulations and how to represent yourself in a hearing.

View resources for the Office of Administrative Hearings’ Special Education division to help guide parties through all stages of their case.