A Quicker Fix: Reducing Procurement Times Through Cooperative Purchasing

In the complex landscape of military procurement, cooperative purchasing agreements offer a critical solution to reduce administrative burdens and accelerate project execution. By leveraging Intergovernmental Service Agreements (IGSAs), installations can bypass traditional contracting bottlenecks while maintaining compliance with federal acquisition regulations (FAR). This approach enhances efficiency for public works officers, facilities managers and base leadership, ensuring projects move from conception to execution in record time. 

This brief will:

• Introduce and define cooperative purchasing and IGSAs  
• Explore the benefits of IGSAs for construction and maintenance work
• Address common misconceptions 
• Spotlight use case of Army’s IGSA contract with Sourcewell 
• Discuss the future of IGSAs in additional branches

IGSAs provide a powerful, compliant solution to the challenges of federal procurement. Utilizing pre-vetted contracts and cooperative purchasing, agencies can focus on mission-critical projects without getting bogged down in lengthy procurement cycles. As more installations recognize the efficiency and reliability of IGSAs, their widespread adoption will be key to modernizing procurement and ensuring timely, cost-effective service delivery.