Tennessee Department of General Services
Steven G. Cates, Commissioner

Commissioner Steven Cates:General Services

Commissioner Cates talks about his vision for the Tennessee Department of General Services, his experience and transforming state government to become more efficient and effective.

Mission Statement

The Department of General Services strives to facilitate the operation of state government in the most timely, efficient and economical manner possible. Services Include:

• Central Procurement Office
• Real Estate Asset Management
• Assistance to Minority, Women, Veteran,
and Small Business Enterprises
• Motor Vehicle & Equipment Management

• Printing, Media & Photographic Services
• Postal Services
• Records Management
• Warehousing and Distribution
• State Employee Parking & Shuttle Services