Under Cooperative Purchasing, state and local entities may purchase a variety of information technology (IT) from contracts awarded under GSA Federal Supply Schedule 70 (FAR 8.4), Information Technology, as well as from contracts under the Corporate Schedule containing IT special item numbers.

The Cooperative Purchasing Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) provide information as to its statutory authority.  The FAQs also explain how Cooperative Purchasing actually works and the benefits it provides to Schedule contractors and state and local entities.

The FSS Center for Acquisition Excellence offers a course on Cooperative Purchasing designed to assist state and local government customers in using GSA Schedule contracts for information technology services and products.