When may Federal agencies consider purchase of buildings?

§ 102–73.245 When may Federal agencies consider purchase of buildings? A Federal agency may consider purchase of buildings on a case-by-case basis if it has landholding authority and when one or more of the following conditions exist: (a) It is economically more beneficial to own and manage the property. (b) There is a long-term need for the property. (c) The property is an existing building, or a building nearing completion, that can be purchased and occupied within a reasonable time. (d) When otherwise in the best interests of the Government.