What action is taken if a purchaser cannot fill a need through state or federal surplus?

If a purchaser cannot fulfill a need through state or federal surplus, the logical next step is to proceed with regular procurement procedures. This option is correct because it reflects the established practice within governmental procurement processes. When surplus options do not meet the requirements, pursuing regular procurement ensures that the purchasing entity can obtain the necessary goods or services through standard methods, aligning with legal and regulatory frameworks relevant to public procurement.

Consulting the Procurement Oversight Team, seeking alternative local vendors, or requesting a budget increase may be considerations in different situations, but they do not directly follow the inability to source from surplus. Regular procurement procedures are designed to facilitate the acquisition process when other avenues are exhausted. Therefore, moving forward with these procedures is both a practical and compliant approach to addressing procurement needs.