COOPERATIVE PURCHASING
Keystone Purchasing Network (KPN) is responsible for purchasing facility and operational needs such as office supplies, furniture, building supplies, maintenance equipment, and other non-technology-related items.
PEPPM handles the technology side of things, including the purchasing of computers, software, and peripherals. PEPPM has been around since 1982, and its success over the years validates the usefulness of cooperative purchasing.
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Budget constraints often challenge public schools and local government offices to do more with less. Cooperative purchasing offers a smart and efficient way to stretch those dollars further.
But what is cooperative purchasing? Simply put, it allows organizations to combine their buying power to secure goods and services at lower costs. Through the Central Susquehanna Intermediate Unit (CSIU), two valuable programs make this possible:
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KPN: Meeting operational and facility needs.
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PEPPM: Focusing on technology solutions.
The benefits don’t stop at savings. Cooperative purchasing cuts down on paperwork and administrative costs by streamlining the procurement process. It also provides access to premium goods and services that might otherwise be unaffordable, while reducing the risk of fraud through competitive bidding.
With programs like KPN and PEPPM, schools and government offices can save money, reduce hassle, and gain better resources to support their missions. If you’re not already taking advantage of cooperative purchasing, now is the time to explore the possibilities—it could mean more than just savings for your organization
As public school and local government offices scramble to allocate their budgets effectively, minimizing expenses and maximizing the value of every penny, a helpful resource lies in the form of cooperative purchasing.
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Best Plumbing Specialties has over 50 sales reps located nationwide, who provide personalized service to every customer. This personalized service includes: no charge surveys, inventory controls systems, custom order tracking, customized catalogs (print and/or electronic), no charge stockroom conversions, online ordering, e-procurement (Punchout), and years of experience when trying to locate those hard-to-find items.
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