Local governments just got a powerful new tool to navigate the AI marketplace. Sourcewell and Glass have launched a cooperative AI procurement pilot that lets cities and local authorities discover, compare, and purchase AI solutions through shared contracts—making cutting-edge technology more accessible and affordable.

The pilot addresses a real pain point: cities often struggle to evaluate and procure complex AI tools on their own, lacking the resources or expertise for individual negotiations. By pooling their purchasing power through cooperative agreements, municipalities can unlock better pricing, vetted solutions, and standardized contracts. It's a model that has worked well for other government procurement needs and now brings that same efficiency to the rapidly evolving AI space. Read the full story →

Today's takeaway: When cities work together on AI procurement, everyone wins—better deals, smarter choices, and faster adoption of technology that can genuinely improve public services.