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Cooperative Purchasing final.pdf
- Library: Purchissues
- Year Created: 2021
- File Type: PDF
The document is a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for Cooperative Purchasing at the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA). It outlines the process for utilizing existing government contracts, responsibilities of Contracting Officers and Program Offices, definitions of terms like Cooperative Purchasing and Independent Cost Estimate, and abbreviations used throughout the document. The SOP covers procedures such as confirming contract type, competitive procurement processes, completing checklists, and obtaining approvals for participating in Intergovernmental Cooperative Purchasing Agreements. It emphasizes adherence to safety protocols and effective communication practices. The document also references attachments like the Cooperative Worksheet for determining eligibility to enter existing agreements.