Procurement Topics

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Addressing PFAS in Procurement. Find tools and resources to help agencies prioritize substitutes for products with Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances.

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Sustainable Procurement Strategies. Learn about federal programs and strategies beyond those identified in the Green Procurement Compilation to help green your next procurement. Learn about pre and post-award best practices.

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Reducing Plastic Pollution. Learn about new initiatives across the government including product packaging programs to advance the federal government's effort to combat plastic pollution.

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Acquisition Life Cycle Tools. Visual aid to connect you to tools available at each phase of an acquisition life cycle to assist with promoting sustainable acquisitions.

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Climate Risk Management. Climate events can affect the delivery of critical products and services to the federal government. Learn how to incorporate climate risk management in acquisitions.

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Responsible Business Conduct. Best Practices and resources for promoting workers’ rights and safe working conditions, preventing human trafficking, and addressing other human rights-related risks in procurement.

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Environmental Purchasing Programs. Learn about the statutory purchasing programs and required EPA purchasing programs that apply to federal acquisitions.

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Federal Requirements. Find laws, federal regulations, and executive orders related to sustainability.

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About the GPC. Find answers to frequently asked questions about the Green Procurement Compilation.

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