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

Currently, AEPA consists of 29 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: Lanie Hart Work Phone: (800)-699-7516
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Meteor Education’s team of educational consultants, learning environment designers and industry experts help communities create transformational learning experiences. Through purposeful design we effectively combine methods, tools and environments in a way that empowers teacher-student and student-to-student relationships. The end result is an increase in student engagement, capacity and overall achievement.

Our firm has focused on K-12 “turn-key” projects for over 30 years and has successfully completed over 800 school packages per year to date – totaling close to $700MM of school furnishings – during that time. Our firm is nationally recognized as a highly experienced and reputable project-focused furniture company.

Meteor Education stands out in the furnishings industry as a firm that provides unparalleled services to customers. Our customers desire and benefit from extra attention to detail, higher quality products, full in-house support and long-term service.

Meteor Education – Our Story: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6qgmiKJm2fo

 

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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.

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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 Furniture-Classroom Select

Contact: Greg Harbaugh Work Phone: (888)-388-3224 Website: www.schoolspecialty.com/aepa-co-op
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FURNITURE FOR 21ST CENTURY LEARNING
Classroom Select furniture has you covered for any area in your school – from classrooms and labs to cafeterias and offices. Designed to be as affordable as it is durable, it’s built to help engage students while appealing to budget conscious administrators.

Notes
BID 2022

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

 

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