Thursday, December 6, 2018

Have You Heard of AEPA?

Do you recognize this logo? You may have seen it on our homepage and other vendor profile pages on our website. Do you know what it stands for? Do you know the value that it brings? If you can answer "yes" to all of these questions, than you get a gold star! If not, than this post will bring you up to speed on AEPA, our involvement with the agency, and how it can be of service to you!

The Association of Educational Purchasing Agencies (AEPA) is a multi-state, non-profit, purchasing cooperative that works hard to leverage purchasing power so that all schools and agencies, regardless of size, can procure materials, goods and services equal buying levels. Because of this mission, AEA Purchasing is proud to be a long-time member of this organization.

AEPA solicits proposals each year for a variety of goods and services. Once bids are approved for award by AEPA, each AEPA member state selects contracts they feel will best help their respective states. This is what helps set AEPA apart from other national purchasing coops. Contracts are typically awarded for one base year, with options to renew for three additional years.

Wanting to know more? Check out this great video overview of AEPA!