Cooperative Purchasing
A statewide cooperative purchasing partnership endorsed by the Alliance of Regional Educational Service Centers
This statewide collaborative cooperative purchasing initiative was formed to counter the rising costs of products used by schools and municipalities. As membership expands, we are able to expand the variety of products available at increased savings. Below are the products available through CREC and EASTCONN. Join one or both cooperatives depending on your purchasing needs.
If you are not yet a member, we invite you to join us as we seek out the lowest prices available for a number of essential supplies. As you know, the more partners we have, the greater our purchasing power – and the broader the variety of products available to your school district and your municipality, as well.
Fill out the 2018-2019 membership form here
Fill out the 2017-2018 membership form here
There is a $50 fee for the 2017-2018 EASTCONN Membership.
Benefits:
- Save time
- Save money
- Choose from a broader variety of quality goods and services
- Relax and rely on our professional procurement staff
Currently, we bid on:
As a member of the Cooperative, you will be able to purchase a variety of break room and office supplies at very low prices.
Below is a sampling of the types of supplies available:
• Coffee
• Creamer
• Pens
• Binders
• Staples
• Crayons
Click here to view the Awarded Office Supply Bid 2017-2018
Complete this form to start the savings!
As a member of the Cooperative, you will be able to purchase a variety of custodial supplies at very low prices.
Below is a sampling of the types of supplies available:
- Window cleaners
Air Fresheners - Brushes
- Sponges
- Rubber gloves
- Trash can liners
- Toilet paper
- Paper towels
Facial Tissue - Floor Pads
- Dry and Wet mops
- Hand soap and dispensers
Click here to view Awarded Custodial bids
Complete this form to start the savings!
As a member of the Cooperative you will be able to purchase a variety of grocery and cafeteria supplies at very low prices.
Below is a sample of the food service items available:
- A la carte items
- Milk - Click here for the Awarded Milk Bids 2017-2018
- Produce - Click here for the Awarded Produce Bids 2017-2018
- Groceries - Click here for Awarded Grocery Bids 2017-2018
- Ice Cream - Click here for the Awarded Ice Cream Bids 2017-2018
- Bread - Click here for the Awarded Bread Bids 2017-2018
- Cafeteria paper and supplies - Click here for the Awarded Bids 2017-2018
Also available is kitchen equipment
Complete this form to start the savings!
Please fill out the membership form and return it to the Cooperative Purchasing office. Fax your completed form to 860-450-0853, email to sgarica@eastconn.org or, mail it to:
EASTCONN Cooperative Purchasing
Attn: Sandra Garcia
Tyler Square
1320 Main St
Suite #25
Willimantic, CT 06226
Please do not hesitate to contact Sandra Garcia at 860-455-1584, or sgarcia@eastconn.org with questions or concerns. If there are other items for which you would like us to solicit bid pricing, please let us know.
Forms
Complaint Form
Quarterly Quality/Inspection Check Sheet
Operating Procedures
Meeting Minutes
March 29, 2018 Meeting Minutes
February 22, 2018 Meeting Minutes
December 4, 2017, Meeting Minutes
For Cooperative Purchasing of the following items:
Athletic Lighting
Athletic Surfaces
Industrial Arts, Career, and Technical Education
Interactive Classroom
Mobile Learning Solutions
Musical Instruments
Roofing
Scoreboards & Marquis Signage
Work Order & Asset Management
Contact Cara Hart, 860-524-4021