How to do procurement when GenAI is part of the deliverable

This covers buying or renewing a tool that has a generative AI (GenAI) feature that is a side feature of the tool. GenAI is not the main reason you’re buying the tool.

Work with your procurement team to begin the process. They’ll help you follow your internal procurement process.

Plan and prepare

  1. Take GenAI training

Assess and consult

  1. Do risk assessment and prepare procurement package
  2. For moderate- and high-risk: consult with the California Department of Technology

Procure and productize

  1. Follow procurement process
  2. Start ongoing monitoring and create product roadmap