OpenAI offers ChatGPT Enterprise to US federal agencies for $1
In a significant move poised to reshape the digital landscape of U.S. public service, OpenAI has announced it will provide its advanced ChatGPT Enterprise platform to federal government agencies for a nominal fee of $1 per agency for the next year. This initiative, spearheaded by OpenAI for Government, aims to integrate cutting-edge artificial intelligence into the daily operations of public servants across the nation, with Seattle-based business and technology consulting firm Slalom stepping in to facilitate comprehensive worker training.
The program, announced on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, builds upon the “OpenAI for Government” initiative launched in June, which consolidates OpenAI’s existing collaborations with U.S. government entities, including the National Labs, the Air Force Research Laboratory, NASA, NIH, and the Treasury. This partnership with the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) makes ChatGPT Enterprise accessible to the entire federal executive branch workforce. Participating agencies will gain access to OpenAI’s leading frontier models through ChatGPT Enterprise, along with unlimited use of advanced features such as Deep Research and Advanced Voice Mode for an additional 60 days.
A key aspect of this rollout is the emphasis on security and compliance. OpenAI has stated that ChatGPT Enterprise, in its federal deployment, will not use business data, including inputs or outputs, to train or improve its models. Furthermore, the GSA has officially issued an “Authority to Use” (ATU) for ChatGPT Enterprise, underscoring the platform’s adherence to stringent government security and compliance standards. This commitment to data privacy and security is crucial, particularly as government agencies handle sensitive information.
To ensure effective and responsible adoption, OpenAI is partnering with Slalom and Boston Consulting Group to support secure deployment and training. Slalom’s role will involve leading AI coaching and workshops, teaching teams how to best leverage ChatGPT, and providing support through playbooks, training sessions, and hackathons to foster innovation within federal agencies. Brian Turner, Executive President at Slalom, highlighted the firm’s decades of experience in responsibly deploying technology and its commitment to helping government employees innovate sustainably and scale efficiently.
The broader implications of this initiative are significant. AI is increasingly recognized as a tool to enhance government efficiency, improve service delivery, and reduce administrative burdens. Pilot programs in state governments have already shown promising results, with employees in Pennsylvania reportedly saving an average of 95 minutes per day on routine tasks, and 85% of participants in North Carolina reporting positive experiences with the AI tool. This aligns with the Trump Administration’s AI Action Plan, which aims to make powerful AI tools available across the federal government to enable workers to focus more on public service.
While federal agencies have shown a higher frequency of AI adoption compared to state and local counterparts, challenges remain, including data quality, infrastructure, and workforce readiness. This partnership, by providing access to advanced AI at a minimal cost and coupling it with dedicated training, seeks to address these barriers, enabling government employees to become more empowered, efficient, and supported in their critical missions. The ultimate goal is to facilitate faster, easier, and more reliable government services, bringing the benefits of AI to all citizens.