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Micro-Purchase

Purchases under $10,000 not requiring competition.

Definition

Micro-Purchase Purchases under $10,000 not requiring competition.

FAR 2.101

Definition

Micro-purchases are acquisitions under the micro-purchase threshold ($10,000 for most items, $2,500 for construction). They don't require competitive quotes. Micro-purchases are excellent entry points for new contractors to build relationships and past performance.

Official Source

FAR 2.101

Related Terms

  • SAT

    Simplified Acquisition Threshold - $250,000 ceiling for simplified procedures.

  • Simplified Acquisition

    Streamlined procurement for purchases under $250,000.

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