Cooperative Purchasing Programs2026-10-29T03:52:05+05:00

Cooperative Purchasing Programs

Simplifying Procurement for Office Technology

A Smarter Way to Purchase Office Technology

Purchasing office technology doesn’t always have to involve a lengthy bidding process. Cooperative purchasing programs give eligible organizations access to competitively awarded contracts, helping simplify procurement while providing established pricing and purchasing terms.

KDI Office Technology helps organizations explore available cooperative purchasing options for the technology and services they need.

Why Use Cooperative Purchasing?

Cooperative purchasing programs can help eligible organizations streamline procurement, access established contract terms, and work with trusted technology providers.

 

Simplified Purchasing

Reduce administrative steps by purchasing through eligible, competitively awarded contracts.

Established Contracts

Access predefined purchasing terms and pricing through participating programs.

Local Service & Support

Work with KDI’s local team to identify solutions, coordinate purchasing, and support your technology.

Cooperative Purchasing Programs Available Through KDI

KDI helps eligible organizations explore cooperative purchasing opportunities through our relationships with leading technology manufacturers and service providers. KDI participates as an authorized subcontractor under the manufacturers’ applicable cooperative purchasing agreements, helping customers identify available purchasing options and obtain qualifying office technology solutions. Contract terms, product availability, and eligibility requirements vary by program.

Purchasing Programs by Manufacturer

Canon logo

GSA
NASPO ValuePoint
NJ NASPO
Sourcewell

HP logo

GSA
NASPO ValuePoint
NJ NASPO
OMNIA Partners

Intermedia logo

TIPS USA

Lexmark logo

GSA
NASPO ValuePoint
NJ NASPO
TIPS USA

Ricoh logo

GSA
NASPO ValuePoint
NJ NASPO
OMNIA Partners

Toshiba logo

COSTARS
ESCNJ
OMNIA Partners
Provista
Sourcewell
Vizient

Verkada logo

NJSBA

Program Availability: New Jersey-specific purchasing agreements apply within New Jersey. Other participating cooperative purchasing programs may be available to qualifying organizations throughout KDI’s Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware service area, subject to individual contract terms and eligibility requirements.

Understanding Cooperative Purchasing Programs

Cooperative purchasing programs serve different types of organizations, from schools and government agencies to healthcare providers and businesses. Eligibility depends on the program, the specific purchasing agreement, and applicable state requirements.

What it is: A New Jersey cooperative purchasing program that helps participating public entities purchase goods and services through established contracts.

Who may qualify: Eligible New Jersey public agencies, schools, municipalities, and other qualifying public entities that join the cooperative.

What it is: A federal purchasing program that provides authorized government buyers access to products and services through pre-negotiated contracts.

Who may qualify: Federal agencies and other authorized buyers. State and local governments can use certain contracts under specific GSA programs.

What it is: A national cooperative purchasing program that establishes competitively solicited contracts for use by participating states and other authorized public entities.

Who may qualify: State and local government agencies, public schools, higher education, and certain nonprofits, depending on state authorization and contract terms.

What it is: New Jersey’s participation in applicable NASPO ValuePoint purchasing agreements, providing authorized public entities access to eligible contracts.

Who may qualify: Eligible New Jersey state agencies, local governments, schools, colleges, and other organizations authorized under the specific state contract.

What it is: A New Jersey cooperative pricing program that helps participating school districts and other eligible public entities purchase goods and services through established contracts.

Who may qualify: Participating New Jersey school districts, charter schools, counties, municipalities, and other eligible local contracting units.

What it is: A purchasing organization that provides cooperative and group purchasing opportunities through supplier agreements serving public-sector and private-sector organizations.

Who may qualify: Government agencies, K–12 schools, higher education, nonprofits, and businesses, depending on the contract.

What it is: Provista is a group purchasing organization that provides members access to negotiated supplier agreements for products and services across multiple industries.

Who may qualify: Healthcare organizations, including physician practices, outpatient facilities, and long-term care providers, as well as businesses and hospitality organizations such as hotels and resorts. Other organizations may also qualify depending on membership requirements and the applicable purchasing agreement.

What it is: A public agency that establishes competitively solicited cooperative purchasing contracts for participating government, education, and nonprofit organizations.

Who may qualify: Government agencies, schools, colleges, and qualifying nonprofit organizations.

What it is: A cooperative purchasing program that provides participating public entities and other eligible organizations access to competitively procured supplier contracts.

Who may qualify: School districts, colleges, universities, government agencies, and eligible nonprofit organizations.

What it is: A healthcare-focused purchasing and performance improvement organization that provides participating healthcare providers access to negotiated supplier agreements.

Who may qualify: Primarily participating hospitals, health systems, and other healthcare providers.

Office Technology Solutions to Explore

Depending on the cooperative purchasing program and applicable contract, purchasing options may include the following office technology solutions. Availability varies by program, and KDI can help determine which products and services are covered.

KDI can help identify available purchasing options based on your organization’s requirements and the products or services covered under each contract.

Not Sure Which Purchasing Programs Your Organization Can Use?

Your organization may already participate in a cooperative purchasing program or have access to an agreement without realizing it. If you’re unsure, a good place to start is with your purchasing or procurement department.

If your organization isn’t currently participating in a program, there may be opportunities to join or access an applicable agreement, depending on your organization’s eligibility and the program’s requirements.

KDI can help you:

  • Identify cooperative purchasing programs that may apply to your organization.
  • Explore whether your organization already has access to an applicable agreement.
  • Understand potential membership or registration requirements.
  • Review available purchasing options for your office technology needs.

Not sure where to begin? Contact KDI, and we’ll help you explore your options.

How KDI Helps You Navigate Cooperative Purchasing

Once an applicable purchasing agreement has been identified, KDI can help you review available office technology solutions and understand the purchasing options supported by that agreement.

From selecting equipment and solutions to installation, training, and ongoing local service, KDI provides support throughout the process.

Want to understand how cooperative purchasing works before exploring your options? Read our article, Buying Office Technology? You May Have a Simpler Purchasing Option Than You Think.

Have Questions About Cooperative Purchasing?

Not sure whether your organization participates in a cooperative purchasing program or which agreements may be available? KDI can help you explore your options and identify the next steps.

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