Gov Contract Finder
Get RegisteredRegisterSchedule DemoDemo
HomeGlossaryM

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.

Continue learning

Explore our guides for step-by-step instructions on government contracting topics.

Explore GuidesBrowse more terms →
Back to Glossary
Gov Contract Finder LogoGov Contract Finder Logo
  • Product
  • AI Bidding Assistant
  • Browser Extension
  • Mobile App
  • Email Alerts
  • Insights & Analytics
  • Pricing
  • Knowledge Base
  • Guides
  • Glossary
  • Q&A
  • Documentation
  • Blog
  • For Small Business
  • For Capture Teams
  • Compare Platforms
  • Services
  • Workflow Automation
  • Support
  • Contact Us
© Copyright 2026 Gov Contract Finder.
  • Terms Of Service
  • Privacy Policy