Removal is the process of disposing of surplus material (e.g., old office furniture). Disposal is often costly, but by giving the item away (to free space, save on depreciation and tracking expenses, and cut maintenance and insurance costs), the costs of disposal in the long run can be reduced or negated. The purchase⁄SCM team should research whether such actions would indeed negate disposal costs. Because removal by the Postal Service is potentially costly and may require supplier involvement, solicitations for contracts that contemplate removal must contain Provision 2-8: Investment Recovery.
