# Congress Reviews Interagency Buying Transparency

The Congressional Research Service highlights that while the Economy Act authorizes federal agencies to procure goods and services from one another, there is currently no government-wide reporting requirement for these interagency transactions. This absence of centralized visibility raises concerns about transparency and oversight in interagency acquisitions, prompting discussions about potential policy changes to enhance reporting and controls.

- Procurement professionals should be aware that interagency acquisitions may lack comprehensive government-wide tracking, which could affect audit and compliance processes.
- Agencies may face future mandates to implement standardized reporting mechanisms for interagency purchases, impacting internal procurement workflows.
- Contractors and vendors should note that increased transparency efforts could influence interagency contracting practices and opportunities.
- Organizations involved in federal procurement should monitor developments from OMB and GAO regarding potential guidance or regulations addressing interagency acquisition oversight.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Professional Services
**Topics:** Regulatory Compliance
**Published:** September 16, 2026

### Government Entities
- Congressional Research Service (CRS)
- Office of Management and Budget (OMB)
- Government Accountability Office (GAO)

### Sources
- [Interagency Buying Lacks Government-Wide Reporting | Legis1](https://legis1.com/news/economy-act-interagency-buying-lacks) - Legis1