Micro-purchase threshold
The micro-purchase threshold is the dollar amount below which a federal buyer can purchase without competing quotes when the price is reasonable, usually with a government purchase card.
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The micro-purchase threshold is the dollar amount below which a federal buyer can purchase without competing quotes when the price is reasonable, usually with a government purchase card. Since October 1, 2025 it is $15,000, with lower limits of $2,000 for construction covered by Davis-Bacon and $2,500 for services covered by the Service Contract Act.
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vs. Simplified acquisition threshold (SAT)
Above the micro-purchase threshold and up to the simplified acquisition threshold, simplified procedures and the small-business reservation apply. What is SAT?
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What does "micro-purchase threshold" mean in procurement?
The micro-purchase threshold is the dollar amount below which a federal buyer can purchase without competing quotes when the price is reasonable, usually with a government purchase card. Since October 1, 2025 it is $15,000, with lower limits of $2,000 for construction covered by Davis-Bacon and $2,500 for services covered by the Service Contract Act.
What is the difference between Micro-purchase threshold and SAT?
Above the micro-purchase threshold and up to the simplified acquisition threshold, simplified procedures and the small-business reservation apply.