NYS Office of General Services

Today, Governor Kathy Hochul announced $100 million for Phase One of the decarbonization of the Empire State Plaza in Albany as outlined in the Empire State Plaza Infrastructure Energy Master Plan.     Governor Hochul’s top priority is keeping New Yorkers safe. This historic investment will help ensure Sheridan Hollow, Arbor Hill, and all surrounding Albany communities are safer, healthier, and more livable by reducing emissions and moving us towards a low-carbon future faster.    Commissioner Jeanette Moy: “Decarbonizing the Empire State Plaza is a significant opportunity that will allow us to couple the modernization of energy systems at New York State capital’s landmark and address decades of long-overdue maintenance. OGS is proud to continue working with New York Power Authority on this transformative endeavor and the realization of the Empire State Plaza Energy Infrastructure Master Plan in the long-term.”   Released today, the Plaza’s Energy Master Plan outlines a phased approach to reduce the Plaza’s greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and modernize its aging infrastructure and utilities. The first two phases of the Plan will result in more than 50 percent reduction in carbon emissions.    🔗 More from Governor Hochul: https://lnkd.in/gwhHd-f4   🔗 View the plan: https://lnkd.in/g3yhjEga  

OGS Design & Construction is currently accepting bids for project 47331: Rehabilitation of the Eastern Approach Staircase, Promenades, Portico and Executive Ramp at the New York State Capitol.      Known as “The Eastern Approach,” the monumental grand staircase, which rises from East Capitol Park to the Capitol’s second floor, has been closed to the public for nearly a decade due to structural damage caused by water infiltration. Once the rehabilitation project is complete, the grand staircase will reopen to the public for generations to come. About the project: https://lnkd.in/gx2QsKwT     Construction contractors, this is your opportunity to become part of the team that will restore and safeguard New York’s historic seat of State government.     🔸 Plans and Specs are now available: https://lnkd.in/gx2QsKwT   🔸 Pre-bid meeting: September 5  🔸 Bids to be received: October 9     Notice on Procurement Lobbying: Under State Finance Law §§ 139-j and 139-k, this solicitation includes and imposes certain restrictions on communications during the procurement process. If you have any questions concerning this procurement, please contact the project's Designated Contact: Catherine Skaczkowski, Division of Contract Management, at (518) 474-0203. Associated General Contractors of America AGC NYS (Associated General Contractors of New York State, LLC)

Get ready to dance at the #EmpireStatePlaza! We’re celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with a FREE concert featuring merengue and bachata star Alex Bueno, traditional cuisine, and more! 💃 🗓️ Saturday, September 14  🕔 5-9 pm  📍 Empire State Plaza Convention Center 🔗 on.ny.gov/HispanicHeritage

Last Saturday, the NYS Office of Language Access (OLA) spent the day at the free Immigrant Resource Fair in East New York’s Abraham Lincoln Middle School, organized by New York City Council Member Sandy Nurse of District 37 in partnership with El Puente Presente & Cypress Hills Local Development Corporation. Over 300+ people came by to chat with reps from 50 organizations, sign up for #IDNYC, and learn about employment opportunities, work permits, housing resources, #OSHA classes, and more. The OLA team was there to educate New Yorkers about their language access rights. Millions of New Yorkers do not speak English as their primary language and have limited ability to read, speak, write, or understand English, presenting potential barriers to accessing essential government programs and services. The OLA provides critical oversight and coordination across New York State agencies to ensure that the statewide language access policy. 🔗 Know your language access rights: on.ny.gov/3zcHjTY 📸 🎠 This photo carousel features: 1. OLA team members with NYC Council Member Sandy Nurse, whose office organized the fair. 2. OLA Executive Director Margarita Larios and Fabiola Mendieta-Cuapio from NYC Public Advocate Jumaane D. William’s Office. 3. OLA Deputy Director Alejandro Cintron Carrasco, MPA interacting with an attendee at the fair. 4. OLA Executive Director Margarita Larios and Betty from Make the Road New York, New York state's largest progressive grassroots immigrant-led organization.

Tonight, in honor of #LaborDay, we light the Empire State Plaza in celebration of the social and economic achievements of American workers.    'Cap’ off the holiday weekend and join us for red, white, and blue lights #AtThePlaza.    Keep tabs on the Plaza Lights: on.ny.gov/PlazaLights 

Tonight, we light for International Overdose Awareness Day, the world’s largest annual campaign to end overdose, remember without stigma those who have died, and acknowledge the grief of family and friends left behind. #IOAD2024    This year’s theme is “Together we can,” highlighting the power of our community when we all stand together.    The New York State Office of Addiction Services and Supports is there for you #EveryStepOfTheWay, New York! From prevention and harm reduction to treatment and recovery, NYS Office of Addiction Services and Supports is the single state agency responsible for coordinating state-federal relations in addiction services.     OASAS envisions that people in New York impacted by addiction will thrive and lead healthy lives, and their comprehensive system of services is proof that #TogetherWeCan #EndOverdose.    Concerned about yourself or a loved one?  ☎️ 877-8-HOPENY  📲 467369  🔗 oasas.ny.gov 

Great news: Phase 2 of the Adirondack Rail Trail is now open! To celebrate, OGS Executive Deputy Commissioner Thomas Nitido joined NYS Department of Environmental Conservation Interim Commissioner Sean Mahar and project partners this week for an inaugural ride. Watch: https://lnkd.in/ggyAjZHN This new section expands the trail from Saranac Lake to Floodwood Road. Combined with the Phase 1 section completed last year, users can now enjoy 25 miles of non-stop trail access all the way to/from Lake Placid. And there’s more to come! Phase 3, between Floodwood Road and Tupper Lake, is currently under construction and, when complete, will finish off the 34-mile corridor.  #TeamOGS was proud to manage the design and construction of the trail to maximize accessibility for people of all ages and abilities. Thank you to our consultants and contractors: 🔹 Creighton Manning Engineers  🔹 Rifenburg Construction More about the trail: https://lnkd.in/gFskmUB6  

Yesterday, OGS Commissioner Jeanette Moy joined Governor Kathy Hochul and government leaders at The Great New York State Fair for Women's Day! It was a remarkable day celebrating women's incredible achievements and contributions across New York. Let's keep pushing for equality and recognition in every field! The Fair gates are open all weekend! Don't catch #FairFOMO or let the chance to indulge in some fantastic fair food slip through your (butter) fingers. Relish every moment now through Monday, September 2. 🔗🎠 Find all the fair flair at the link: nysfair.ny.gov

Here’s a quick recap of this month’s New York State Procurement Council meeting:    The Council passed new Discretionary Purchasing Guidelines which can be viewed here ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gdgk57Tj    Watch the full meeting⤵️  https://lnkd.in/eG2BEjx6 

‘Wood’ you believe us if we said it’s time to #spruce up the Capitol? 🎄 New York State is looking #fir TWO of our Capital Region neighbors to donate spruce trees to showcase at the New York State Capitol and Empire State Plaza this holiday season! One tree will adorn East Capitol Park, and the other will be placed on the south side of the Capitol on the Plaza near the ice skating rink. If you’re ‘pining’ for a way to make your tree a key part of the festivities, this is your moment to branch out. The donated trees will be removed at no cost to the property owner in mid-November and lit as part of New York State’s tree lighting event in December #AtThePlaza. Get to the root of the matter and learn more at the link: on.ny.gov/3XlzqW7