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Jan
21

Three New CPC Contracts!

by Mary Juliot

CPC is pleased to announce three new contracts under our Facilities and Grounds category! Please find additional information – including member benefits, audit paperwork, and additional contact information – at the individual vendor pages on purchasingconnection.org.

Partnering for Playground Safety:
The Cooperative Purchasing Connection has awarded a contract to SafetyFirst Playground Maintenance to provide members with access to safer, more enjoyable playgrounds. SafetyFirst Playground Maintenance is a family owned and operated company founded in 2010 who’s services include surfacing, playground relocation, maintenance/repairs, inclusion and problem specific solutions. SafetyFirst has maintained and resurfaced hundreds of playgrounds across the Midwest and members will receive the best pricing on installation, maintenance and products by accessing this contract through CPC.
Eliminate the bid process and connect with SafetyFirst on your next playground maintenance project. For more information, visit www.purchasingconnection.org or contact Marissa Bauer at [email protected] or call/text 763-389-2076

LED Supply Co:
Founded in 2009, LED Supply Co. is a wholesale distributor of over 250 LED lighting manufacturers. LED Supply Co. is a manufacturer neutral lighting partner that serves end-users with proactive retrofits and new construction projects. CPC members will be supported by LED Supply Co.’s Midwest team. With over 10 years of Xcel Energy rebate experience, LED Supply Co. can often instantly deduct any utility rebates to minimize the necessary budget approvals. Their energy saving proposals are very impressive, they offer both on-site and off-side audits, and they stand to be excellent partners.
For more information, visit www.purchasingconnection.org or contact Tony Beman at [email protected] or call at 715-864-0846

The Retrofit Companies Lighting and Design:
The Retrofit Companies (TRC) now carry two contracts with CPC! They are an environmental services vendor doing business as TRC Environmental and they are a lighting audits and solutions vendor doing business as TRC Lighting and Design. TRC is offering a CPC Members exclusive access to a website with information on lighting and energy resources, discounted pricing for design and solutions services, and turn-key solutions. They also come with strong recommendations from members who are already TRC customers.
For more information, visit www.purchasingconnection.org or contact Jake Andrist at [email protected] or call at 507-363-0656

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Dec
12

Nelson Auto Center offers vehicle opportunity to CPC!

by Mary Juliot

Alert – Nelson Auto Center has soon to be discontinued, 2019 Dodge Grand Caravans (7 passenger) now available to be purchased on a first come, first serve basis. Please contact Melissa Larson at 218-998-8865 or [email protected] to get yours today!

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Nov
13

Cooperative Purchasing Connection Adds New Vendor: Best Plumbing Specialties

by Mary Juliot

Best Plumbing Specialties Now Available On Express!
Best Plumbing is your one stop shop for MRO plumbing and maintenance repair parts, safety items, chemicals, hardware, tools, storage solutions and more!
As a member of Cooperative Purchasing Connection, you will receive a 20% discount for the entire Best Plumbing Catalog as well as no shipping & handling costs on all orders!

How to Order

Shop for Best Plumbing’s selection via the Express online marketplace.
- If you’re on www.purchasingconnection.org – log in or register for the Express online marketplace on the right-hand side of the page. Click the globe to shop from the Best Plumbing Specialties website. Once there, search by item name, brand, or OEM. You can also browse using the Shop by Department drop-down.
- If your school uses SMART or Skyward, Express might already be a vendor for your school or could be added as a vendor. For more information, click here.
Contact your sales representative and reference Contract # 018.5 MRO to receive discount.
Email [email protected]
Fax orders to 800-700-2378.

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Nov
8

Celebrate National STEM Day with Pitsco Education available on Express!

by Mary Juliot

Pitsco is now available through Express!

The STEM/STEAM focused retailer Pitsco is now available through Express! Please shop Pitsco for individual, classroom, and district level programs relating to robotics, coding, dragsters, drafting supplies, STEM, STEAM, or online testing. Find more information about Pitsco by signing into Express, clicking All Suppliers on the left side of the screen, and then clicking on the Pitsco logo!

**There is an order minimum of $100. When an Express order contains Pitsco items, the total of the Pitsco items must be a minimum of $100.

To shop Pitsco through Express, simply click on the globe icon beneath the Pitsco logo.

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Oct
10

An Interview with an Express User

by Mary Juliot

Alicia Berhow is a nonprofit senior services manager at Tri-Valley Opportunity Council.

Alicia Berhow, Tri-Valley Opportunity Council

What is your official title?
Senior Services Manager

What do you like about Express and Cooperative Purchasing Connection?
When I first started at Tri-Valley in January of 2018, I was the Administrative Assistant.
I was tasked with getting supplies for the office and I was looking for something that was streamlined and easy to use for everyday items as well as the specialty items at the same time. I love that the program is so easy to use, and you can form it to meet the needs of your company.

Has using CPC/Express saved you time and money?
Our CEO mentioned that there was ordering options through the CPC site that we were a part of, so I started to do some research to see if it would be a good fit for the Tri-Valley team as a whole. It was a simple site to learn, and the staff did a wonderful job with teaching me how to use it, and to utilize the program to best fit our needs. We have many sites within Minnesota, and it was very easy to get them set up with the program. Ordering is quick, easy and very reliable.

Have you done any “big” orders through Express
Our Admin Office in Crookston is moving to a new location. We worked with the CPC vendor, Innovative Office Solutions to order new furniture for the new location. They were able to secure a discount, and the process was very easy. They were great to work with!

Click here to view the CPC Contract Catalog featuring Alicia.

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Sep
17

Partnering for Your Safety

by Mary Juliot

The Cooperative Purchasing Connection has partnered with Precision Concrete Cutting to provide members with access to the most reliable trip hazard management service. PCC collaborates with you from the assessment to the final inspection to meet each individual members’ needs. PCC uses a unique saw cutting method delivering a cleaner, safer, more professional looking repair at a fraction of the cost of replacement. Members can count on Precision Concrete Cutting to restore ADA Compliance – increasing safety, reducing liability and improving aesthetics.

Members receive pre-determined, superior pricing on pre-qualified equipment. Eliminate the bid process and connect with PCC on your next concrete repair project. For more information, visit www.purchasingconnection.org or contact the PCC main office at 320-354-2100.

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Aug
29

Pitsco is now available through CPC!

by Mary Juliot

The CPC contract now covers the STEM/STEAM focused retailer Pitsco! Please shop Pitsco for individual, classroom, and district level programs relating to robotics, coding, dragsters, drafting supplies, STEM, STEAM, or online testing. Find more information at PurchasingConnection.org under the Meet Our Vendors tab.

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Jun
24

CPC & STOPit Partnership for School Safety

by Mary Juliot

Cooperative Purchasing Connection is happy to announce a new partnership with STOPit Solutions – an incident management platform that allows students to anonymously report safety concerns to student health and school safety administrators. Through STOPit students are able to report inappropriate behavior and safety concerns 24/7/365 via mobile app, the web, or a phone hotline service.

Access STOPit case studies, videos, and more at https://stopitsolutions.com/cpc

STOPit is happy to schedule informational webinars to those who mention that they are CPC members. Please contact:

Stephanie Lane, Account Executive | [email protected] | 908-748-4036

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Jun
18

Lakeshore Learning

by Mary Juliot

Lakeshore Complete Classrooms® provides the complete service needed to fulfill any project at no additional cost. Using our experienced Sales, Design and Installation teams, you get the expertise you need and the support you want.

And don’t miss our new line of Flex-Space Furniture! Designed for 21st-century classrooms, this versatile furniture redefines flexible seating—and features tables, desks and storage units that are GREENGUARD® Certified and come with a lifetime warranty. Click here to learn more: https://www.lakeshorelearning.com/l/flex-space-furniture/

Lakeshore offers discounted pricing and free shipping through the Cooperative Purchasing Connection contract. Please reference Contract 16.16-SEL. Click here to learn more.

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Jun
10

Stay Safe with USA Security

by Mary Juliot

USA Security opened in 2003, as a surveillance boutique and has grown into a leader in full security systems integration, included but not limited to video, card access, intrusion points, wireless technology, etc. Specializing in custom security solutions, we strive to provide exceptional technical support, high levels of professionalism, and integrity in everything we do. Our in-house project management, installation, and service staff are fully certified and licensed, keeping up-to-date on new advanced technologies.

Today, USA Security works with a variety of public institutions and private industries including: Public and private K-12 education, gaming, sports and entertainment facilities, convention centers, city administration, hospitals; bringing cross-sectional experience and best practices to each new customer. Our goal is to develop a long-term partnership, above a vendor-client relationship. To develop that relationship, we are excited to offer specialized contracted discounted pricing on surveillance and card access products and service levels through the CPC, and will continue to work with the CPC to continue to introduce new security and surveillance technologies trending and available today.

Click here to find out more or contact USA Security for a more information.

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