Thursday Morning Riddle

I give officers rank; launch new ships as decreed;
Purchase art in advance so they’ll make what you need;
I’m a government agency; doing a deed;
And percentage of sales to the salesman agreed.

Who am I?

UPDATE: Riddle solved by Neel Mehta. See comments for answer.

3 Responses to “Thursday Morning Riddle”

  1. Neel Mehta Says:

    Commission?

  2. Bill Says:

    COMMISSION is correct. Way to go, Neel Mehta!

    I thought this might be a tough one, so I’m glad you were able to solve it.

  3. Asher Says:

    Just got to it. It WAS a bit tough…took me a few moments longer than usual.

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