FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

1) Navigating complex and often burdensome regulations and compliance requirements, 2) The complexity and volume of paperwork associated with government contracting can lead to significant administrative costs, 3) Government terminology and regulations can be dense and confusing and usually unfamiliar to most businesses.

The three quote requirement for government agencies aims to promote competition and ensure that the government is purchasing supplies and services at fair and reasonable prices potentially leading to lower costs for taxpayers.

Government agencies can purchase through a purchasing cooperative, also known as a cooperative purchasing agreement (CPA), to benefit from enhanced purchasing power, cost savings, and streamlined procurement processes. These agreements allow multiple agencies to combine their purchasing power, leading to better terms and reduced costs for all participants.

A purchasing cooperative, also known as a cooperative purchasing agreement, is a way for multiple entities (like government agencies, businesses, or organizations) to combine their purchasing power to secure better prices and terms from suppliers. It essentially leverages the collective demand to negotiate lower prices and potentially improve overall efficiency in the procurement process.