Yes. The SUS’s purchasing scale may be used as a negotiation tool.
In addition to price, negotiations may encompass estimated volume, purchasing frequency, demand predictability, delivery schedules, supply and payment terms, and the joint procurement of a product portfolio.
This does not mean that volume will necessarily determine the price; rather, it may factor into the negotiation and justify specific economic and operational conditions.
These parameters must be calculated and formalized with precision. If a proposal is contingent upon a minimum volume, a specific purchasing frequency, or a particular schedule, the agreement must stipulate the consequences of any reduction in the quantity purchased, changes to dates, or significant shifts in the population served.