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Feb
20

Cooperative Purchasing Connection Adds New Vendor: Blick Art Materials

by Mary Juliot

Blick Art Materials Now Available On Express!

Blick stocks more than 80,000 products in its warehouse, and offers nearly 15,000 factory-direct items. From Paint to Paper to Pottery Equipment, Blick has the fine art materials and equipment you need for your agency’s next creative endeavor.

As a member of Cooperative Purchasing Connection you will receive a 20% discount and free freight on most orders of $49 or more*.

How to order:

Shop for Blick products on our Express online marketplace – no reference code required! Go to www.purchasingconnection.org to login or register today.
Email orders to PurchaseOrders@dickblick.com. Must use Reference Code QD2OAEP.
Fax orders to 800-621-8293. Must use Reference Code QD2OAEP.

For more information about Blick and their products, contact Heather Havens at contracts@dickblick.com.

Please see Blick’s profile page on our website for more information.

Thanks,
The CPC Team

*Some exclusions apply. See our website for more information.

If you would like to learn more about Express, contact us at info@purchasingconnection.org or 888-739-3289.

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Jan
31

Saving A List, Saving Time

by Mary Juliot

New Year, New Shopping List

Did you know you can build and share Shopping Lists on Express?

We can show you how!

Imagine the time you’ll save.
Click here to view a how-to guide. Call us if you would like to schedule a training.

If you would like to learn more about Cooperative Purchasing Connection or the Express online marketplace,
contact us at info@purchasingconnection.org or 888-739-3289.

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Jan
29

Delayed Deliveries

by Mary Juliot

Due to the cold weather conditions and the safety of their delivery drivers, Innovative will not be making deliveries on Wednesday, January 30, 2019. Their plan is to be back delivering on Thursday, January 31, 2019. Innovative will remain open, and orders can still be placed.

Click here for more information regarding Innovative deliveries.

Our other vendors might be affected by the weather as well. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Stay warm!

The CPC Team – info@purchasingconnection.org | 888-739-3289

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Jan
18

Savings On Deck With CPC

by Mary Juliot

Fields of Dreams at a Discount

Competition is the name of the game – good equipment and a quality field contribute to success; CPC contracts help you compete for best pricing:

Partac Peat provides materials and products for baseball, softball fields and golf courses.
Schutt Sports has batting helmets, bases, mouth guards and much more.
H & B Athletic Equipment offers a wide variety of sports equipment for outdoor and indoor sports.
School Health will meet your needs for sports medicine.

CPC contracts are competitively solicited so if you’re looking for a big athletic upgrade like: gymnasium floor, new flooring by your pool or lockers, outdoor signage and sound systems, stadium seating, artificial turf or a track, CPC has already done the work for you. To see all of the Athletic contracts available for your use, click here.

Thank you for supporting CPC!
If you would like to learn more about Cooperative Purchasing Connection or the Express, online marketplace, contact us at info@purchasingconnection.org or 888-739-3289.

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Jan
9

New Options for Safety

by Julie Anderson

School leaders asked CPC for additional security products and we responded with two new options. All State Communications and USA Security Inc. offer discounted pricing on surveillance systems, electronic access control and more. Both companies are based in Minnesota and have representatives available to visit your buildings. Learn more by going to their vendor profiles which are listed under Meet Our Vendors in the top gold bar.

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Jan
3

Trinity3 Technology

by Julie Anderson

CPC participants have a brand new option for custom configured, new and recertified Chromebooks, laptops and desktop computers. Trinity3 Technology is a Minnesota-based company that also offers printers and multi-function devices. The company prides itself on providing the best-in-class technology and services. Their motto is simple: With Trinity3, it’s personal. We are confident you’ll find great value in this contract. Learn more about the discounts and who to contact by clicking here.

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Dec
3

Tierney Tech Tour at Perham High School

by Julie Anderson

Perham High School is a shining example of incorporating new technology in the classroom and shared spaces. Recently CPC partnered vendor Tierney Brothers installed a variety of products, including digital signage and wall panels. You can see more pictures below on the CPC Facebook page. You can also learn more about the contracts and available products at https://purchasingconnection.org/contract/tierney-brothers/26/

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Nov
20

Kinetic Leasing

by Julie Anderson

CPC is pleased to inform our participants they have a new lease financing option. Kinetic Leasing is a general equipment financing company specializing in providing flexible, creative leasing solutions to schools, cities and counties for both new and used equipment. This type of financing is perfect for large tech projects, road equipment, building additions and improvements and much more! Get more information by going to the Kinetic Leasing vendor profile page.

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Sep
28

Saving Money with Express!

by Mary Juliot

A nonprofit in Minnesota saves thousands of dollars using CPC’s Express online marketplace – Minnesota’s preferred purchasing platform.

The Tri-Valley Opportunity Council saved $4,337.60 on 60 products in just 4 months!

A $4,337.60 saving!

Alicia Berhow, Tri-Valley Opportunity Council, Inc.

Alicia Berhow says “When we are able to save thousands of dollars on orders, we are able to put that money back into our programs.”

Results may vary based on items purchased.

If you would like to learn more about Express contact us at info@purchasingconnection.org or 888-739-3289.

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Aug
27

Kitchen Equipment Now Available Through Cooperative Purchasing Connection and Express

by Mary Juliot

Lunch is served, by you!

Rapids Wholesale Equipment is CPC’s newest vendor. Rapids Wholesale Equipment offers smallwares and large equipment for your agency’s kitchen.

Rapids Wholesale Equipment Company provides foodservice equipment and supplies, along with comprehensive design and consultation services, at discounted pricing. The professionals at Rapids can deliver solutions for every situation and budget. So, whether you’re looking for a Spoodle or a Cambro or a Bun Pan Rack, Rapids Wholesale Equipment is the vendor for you!

Click on the globe beneath the Rapids Wholesale Equipment logo to see all of the products available and additional information to make your purchasing process efficient.

Cooperative Purchasing Connection is dedicated to providing public procurement solutions that meet your needs. You can log in or register for Express at www.purchasingconnection.org – look on the right hand side of the page. You’ll also find all of the CPC suppliers by clicking on Meet Our Vendors.

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