This practical, results-focused webinar will help K-12 foodservice teams simplify purchasing, save valuable time, and stretch budgets as they plan for 2026. Attendees will learn actionable strategies for streamlining cafeteria smallwares and large equipment purchasing, reducing vendor and PO management, and avoiding common procurement pitfalls that create delays and frustration. The session is designed to deliver real-world insights that support smoother operations, greater confidence in purchasing decisions, and more efficient use of limited resources—no matter your role in K-12 foodservice.
The Association of Educational Purchasing Agencies (AEPA) is a multi-state non-profit organization made up of Educational Service Agencies and political subdivisions. AEPA is a true cooperative that serves to leverage purchasing power to benefit all schools and agencies, regardless of size, with the ability to purchase at equal buying levels.