Micro-Purchase Threshold
The small-dollar ceiling for purchase card buys without competition.
Definition
Micro-purchases may be made without obtaining competitive quotes, generally using the government purchase card.
Why it matters
It is the lowest-friction way to establish a first federal transaction and a working relationship.
Example
A lab buys $4,000 of supplies on a purchase card.
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