DHS (Department of Human Services)

The Department of Human Services (DHS) is a government agency that provides essential services in the areas of health, Mental Health, and Disabilities. DHS’s mission is to provide timely, seamless access to quality human services for individuals and families. On the procurement side, the purpose of DHS is to ensure that goods and services provided meet contracts, requirements, and regulations while delivering value to the public. As such, DHS works with contractors to efficiently acquire products and services that meet the needs of their customers while ensuring they are fairly priced. Its overarching goal is to maximize taxpayer dollars and provide purchasers with greater control, flexibility, and cost savings.