Just six months into Governor Mike Braun’s first term, the Indiana Department of Administration (IDOA) has delivered more than $72.2 million in cost avoidance, equivalent to 339% of the department’s operating budget, and $37.6 million in direct savings, representing 177% of the budget. These early results reflect a 3:1 return on investment and highlight the administration’s fast-track approach to disciplined, results-driven governance.
“Hoosiers expect their government to be lean, effective, and accountable,” said Governor Mike Braun. “I am focused on delivering real value, not just promises. These early results show what’s possible when we lead with discipline, innovation, and a relentless focus on outcomes.”
Among the most impactful initiatives was pre-tariff enterprise bargaining for fleet vehicles, which saved $1.36 million and avoided $37 million in future costs by leveraging utilization data and bulk purchasing. This strategy eliminated $37 million in Motor Pool expenses for the biennium and reclaimed 50 staff hours in administrative time.
Additional highlights include:
- Fleet Demand Management: Reassigned vehicles across agencies, saving $2,130,300 and avoiding unnecessary purchases.
- Property-Related Savings: Negotiated $240,000 in lease rebates and a deal is underway to eliminate $1.2 million in utility costs.
- Surplus Reutilization: Reassigned nearly 400 items, distributed 705 computers to local school corporations, and improved surplus sales processes, generating $1.6 million in revenue for the State and $615,000 in local government cost avoidance.
- Procurement Reform: Avoided $31.8 million in costs using national price benchmarks and smarter processes; saved $2.3 million through improved QPA strategies and increased vendor competition.
- Infrastructure Project Delivery: Westville Correctional Facility construction remains on schedule and under budget.
- Technology Innovation: Launched an in-house procurement management dashboard in just two weeks at no cost.
- Forward-Looking Initiatives: FY26 plans under SEA 5 will establish advanced category and vendor management systems with a projected 10:1 ROI.
Governor Braun is focused on maximizing taxpayer value while supporting efficient and modern state operations. Additional initiatives are underway and expected to yield further value in the coming months.
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