AEPA is a national cooperative of education purchasing professionals representing lead agencies in their respective states.

Currently, AEPA consists of 31 member states who competitively bid contracts that are tailored to meet each state’s specific legal requirements. Awarded contracts are available statewide and facilitated by one cooperative member agency acting as the contract administrator. They will help you with any questions regarding the contract and provide any support documentation you need in order to purchase off the contract.

Please note that contracts are also available in non-member states through piggyback contract options. Download a complete member contact listing.

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AmTab Manufacturing

Contact: Greg Swon Work Phone: (630)-301-7600 Website: http://www.amtab.com/
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AmTab designs, manufactures, and furnishes high-impact learning environments. We specialize in K-12 dining commons and K-12 food courts, computer and technology rooms, music and performance spaces, classrooms, science labs, and multi-purpose areas. All AmTab products and services help create inspiring learning environments and transformational learner experiences.

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BID 2022

 

Bid recommended for approval in December 2021.  Contract and extensions possible through March 2026.

 

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Demco Inc

Contact: Kristopher Snow Work Phone: (866)-558-9058 Website: https://www.demco.com/
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Like you, Demco believes children everywhere should have access to an education that prepares them for a lifetime of curiosity and growth. That’s why Demco’s mission is to help educators and librarians engage and empower the families they serve. Inspired by the quiet-but-mighty, life-changing work that you do every day, we’re passionate about helping educators and librarians engage and empower the people they serve. Through Demco, you have access to more than 50,000 unique products, chosen to meet the evolving needs of your community and help you create learning environments that foster literacy, inquiry, and lifelong learning.

Along with essential supplies, critical equipment, and engaging learning materials, Demco offers an extensive collection of 21st century furniture to help you create inspiring and inclusive learning spaces and experiences for your students. For nearly 120 years, Demco has anticipated students’ changing needs and helped educators and librarians meet them by creating and supplying innovative products and services. Along with essential supplies, critical equipment, and engaging learning materials, Demco offers an extensive collection of 21st century furniture to help you create inspiring and inclusive learning spaces and experiences for your students.

 

 

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BID 2022

Bid recommended for approval in December 2021.  Contract and extensions possible through March 2026.

 

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Lakeshore Learning Materials, LLC

Contact: Tyler Domski Work Phone: (800)-421-5354 Website: https://www.lakeshorelearning.com/
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Lakeshore is dedicated to creating innovative educational materials that spark young imaginations, instill a sense of wonder and foster a lifelong love of learning. With resources for infants and toddlers through the 8th grade, we help children reach developmental milestones and achieve educational goals—while still having fun!

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BID 2022

Furniture – Bid recommended for approval in December 2021 .  Contract and extensions possible through March 2026.

 

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BID 2023

School & Instructional Supplies – Bid recommended for approval in December 2022.  Contract and extensions possible through March 2027.

 

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Meteor Education

Contact: Pam Dempsey Work Phone: (256)-289-3384 Website: Meteor Education Website
Details

Meteor Education is the leader in the design and delivery of collaborative, flexible learning environments that accelerate student engagement. As part of our full-service approach, Meteor’s local teams, educator experts and design specialists partner closely with each school district to create social classrooms and other custom spaces that empower educators to develop future-ready students. We provide training to teachers to help maximize the positive effect of each environment and tools so districts can measure the impact on student learning and the overall value provided to their community. Meteor has helped thousands of schools improve their learning settings over the past 30 years. In 2023, we partnered with over 1,000 districts across the US to impact the educational experience of more than 185,000 students.

 

Notes
BID 2022

Bid recommended for approval in December 2021.  Contract and extensions possible through March 2026.

 

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National Business Furniture

Contact: Joanna Terry Work 770 S 70th St Milwaukee WI 53214 Cell Phone: (414)-615-3684 Work Phone: (800)-558-1010 Work Fax: (800)-329-9349 Website: http://nationalbusinessfurniture.com
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National Business Furniture was founded in 1975 with the mission to improve every workplace. From primary education to corporate learning, we offer a huge selection of educational furniture in a wide range of categories. We put quality furniture at the forefront of our business while providing unparalleled service both during and after the sale. Our team of furniture experts are available to help you find the furniture that will fit your space and your budget. Plus, we have hundreds of products that ship today, all covered by our exclusive Lifetime Guarantee.

Click here to view all brands carried by National Business Furniture

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BID 2022

Bid recommended for approval in December 2021.  Contract and extensions possible through March 2026.

 

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School Specialty

Contact: Greg Harbaugh Work Phone: (888)-388-3224 Website: www.schoolspecialty.com/aepa-co-op
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VALUE. SELECTION. SERVICE. QUALITY.

With more than 40,000 classroom and school essentials consisting of well-known brands such as Crayola and 3M, as well as a large and respected selection of proprietary brands, School Specialty Education Essentials has all of your basic school and classroom needs covered.

School Specialty also offers these fine brands under your Instructional Supplies contract. Please visit http://www.schoolspecialty.com for more information.

Early Childhood classroom product and furniture solutions that inspire life-long learner.

An expansive array of art supplies, ideas and support.

 

Special products and solutions to help ensure success for students with special needs

 

 

Every day savings on your everyday supplies

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BID 2022

Furniture – Bid recommended for approval in December 2021.  Contract and extensions possible through March 2026.

 

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BID 2023

School & Instructional Supplies – Bid recommended for approval in December 2022.  Contract and extensions possible through March 2027.

 

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BID 2023

Athletic Equipment & Supplies – Bid recommended for approval in December 2022.  Contract and extensions possible through March 2027.

 

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BID 2025

Security Solutions – Bid recommended for approval in December 2024. Contract and extensions possible through March 2029.

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