Summary
Ever wonder if local governments are actually saving cash when they use each other's shopping lists instead of negotiating their own? A new investigation is digging into whether this shortcut—known as 'piggybacking'—is a smart deal for taxpayers or just a waste of money.
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Impact analysis
It could mean millions in wasted tax dollars if these shared contracts aren't actually getting the best prices.
Government bureaucrats and contractors get to skip the headache of a lengthy bidding process.
Local taxpayers who might be footing the bill for overpriced government shopping sprees.
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