Military Equipment Procurement – Open Market
Military equipment procurement and storage involve complex processes and specialized facilities.
The US military uses a variety of methods to procure equipment, including using the COTS, GSA, National Stock Number System, Fourth-Party Logistics and Open Market.
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In procurement, the “open market” refers to purchasing goods or services outside of pre-existing government contracts or pre-negotiated agreements. It essentially means buying from any available supplier in the general market, rather than through a specific contract vehicle. Open market items are also known as incidental items, non-contract items, non-schedule items, and items not on a GSA Schedule contract.
Open market procurement can offer greater flexibility in choosing vendors and tailoring solutions, especially when unique requirements or specialized items are needed. It involves sourcing from the broader market, potentially involving competitive bidding or direct negotiation with any qualified supplier.
