The GSA says OpenAI is replacing its $1-per-year pilot for US agencies with a usage-based deal at a 50% discount from October 1, including access to GPT-6 Astra (Maggie Eastland/Bloomberg)

OpenAI is transitioning its pilot program for US government agencies from a $1-per-year model to a usage-based deal, effective October 1. This new arrangement will offer agencies a 50% discount on OpenAI's models, including access to GPT-6 Astra. The General Services Administration (GSA) confirmed this change, indicating a shift from a fixed, minimal fee to a system where costs are tied to actual usage.