Texas purchasing cooperative programs

As an institution of higher education, TWU may use the contracts listed on the Multiple Award Schedule MAS for IT products, services and solutions as well as law enforcement and security products, services and solutions. Procurement and Contract Services.

Cooperative Purchasing Agreement for a wide range of products and services. Not-for-profit buying cooperative. A nationwide, government procurement service striving to make governmental procurement process more efficient. A leading national government purchasing cooperative working to reduce the cost of goods and services by leveraging the purchasing power of public agencies in all 50 states. Assists in helping public agencies and non-profits reap the benefits of national leveraged pricing, with no cost to the member.

Provides school districts and other governmental entities opportunities for greater efficiency and economy in acquiring goods and services. Tarrant County Purchasing. Communities National Purchasing Cooperative. Offers more than contracts for technology products and services including: hardware, software, staffing services, maintenance, and other services with a high customer demand, such as managed services and technology training.

Term contracts that have been awarded by the state. Benefits the state of Texas by generating cost savings and by providing quality products and services to eligible agencies.

Is a catalyst for employment opportunities for people with disabilities. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites. The Cooperative Purchasing Program allows state, local, and tribal governments to purchase IT, security, and law enforcement products and services offered through specific Schedule contracts.

Cooperative Purchasing allows eligible entities to purchase from approved industry partners, at any time, for any reason, using any funds available. If you have a question about eligibility, submit an eligibility request. We will issue a formal determination on behalf of the requesting entity that clearly outlines access to GSA sources of supply. Entities that clearly fall under the definition of state and local government do NOT need to request an eligibility determination.

Click on the "Available Offerings Attachment. BPAs deliver cost savings and buying efficiencies. However, following federal ordering guidelines is not mandated.

State and local buyers must follow the competitive procedures outlined by their state and local regulations and procedures. If grant money is being used, state and local buyers must follow the ordering and competitive procedures that meet their local procurement regulations and the regulations and procedures outlined by the granting agency. Include the Schedule contract number on your order to confirm your intent to buy through Schedule.

Buyers may add additional terms and conditions or enhancements to Schedule terms and conditions as long as they do not conflict with the base-level Schedule terms and conditions. Participation in the Cooperative Purchasing Program is voluntary. Explore options for purchasing new hardware and related services. Technology Services. Get IT training for your staff or outsource the maintenance and protection of your technology.

Branded Contracts. IT Staffing Services. Snapshot: Purchases via DIR Each year, state agencies and public organizations rely on DIR to help find and purchase technology products and services. Why Buy through DIR? Jan