The General Services Administration is centralizing government purchasing for common goods and services, addressing price variations among agencies. The agency aims to return to its role as the central procurement authority. GSA's acting administrator, Stephen Ehikian, emphasized the importance of consolidating authority to reduce discrepancies, citing a $200 difference in Microsoft Office license costs between agencies. GSA's OneGov strategy includes partnerships with major technology providers, helping establish discounted pricing structures. This approach aligns with cost-cutting efforts, resulting in agreements with companies like Uber and software giants.
The General Services Administration aims to centralize the government's purchasing of common goods and services, reducing price discrepancies across agencies and leveraging bulk purchasing power.
By adopting a strategy akin to retail giants, GSA intends to negotiate better prices for common goods like Microsoft Office licenses, potentially eliminating a $200-per-seat cost differential.
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