uscommcooppurchasefaq.pdf

The document discusses cooperative purchasing, which allows multiple jurisdictions to leverage contracts for goods and services, reducing costs by combining purchasing power. It explains the requirements for using cooperative purchasing, including posting bids online and documenting compliance. It mentions that local jurisdictions may have additional procurement policies. The document also covers the process for starting to use cooperative purchasing agreements, the availability of documentation to support state purchasing requirements, and confirms that public works contracts are covered under cooperative purchasing agreements. It advises caution when procuring public works through cooperative purchasing and provides resources for more information on the topic.