Educational Institution Contracts

Opportunities in K-12 and higher education markets

Education Market Overview

$750B
K-12 Annual Spending
$650B
Higher Ed Spending
13,500
School Districts
5,300+
Colleges/Universities

Key Procurement Areas

Technology

  • Learning management systems
  • Student devices (1:1 programs)
  • Network infrastructure
  • Educational software
  • Cybersecurity services

Facilities

  • Construction & renovation
  • HVAC systems
  • Furniture & equipment
  • Maintenance services
  • Energy management

Services

  • Food services
  • Transportation
  • Professional development
  • Testing & assessment
  • Special education services

E-Rate Program

Universal Service Fund for Schools & Libraries

$4.2B Annual Funding: Discounts of 20-90% on eligible technology and services
  • Category 1: Data transmission and internet access
  • Category 2: Internal connections, managed services, basic maintenance
  • Application Window: Typically January-March annually
  • Competitive Bidding: Form 470 posting required

Cooperative Purchasing

National Cooperatives

  • OMNIA Partners
  • Sourcewell
  • BuyBoard
  • TIPS/TAPS
  • Equalis Group

State Cooperatives

  • State purchasing consortiums
  • Regional service agencies
  • Educational cooperatives
  • Joint powers agreements
  • Piggyback contracts