The EPC provides a wide array of programs and services that help member districts save money on purchases and operate more efficiently and effectively for the benefit of students, faculty and staff, and the communities they serve.
Includes: Athletic Equipment & Supplies, Athletic & Recreational Lighting, Carpet & Flooring, Classroom/School & Instructional Supplies, Copiers & Related Services, Custodial Catalog, Digital Display Solutions, Digital Resources & Instructional Materials, Facility Management Software, Furniture Catalog, Hardwood & Synthetic Flooring, Industrial Arts & Career Tech Catalog, Lawn & Grounds Keeping Equipment & Supplies, LED Lighting, Maintenance, Repair & Operations, Office Supply Catalog, Playground Recreation Structures, Roofing & Building Envelope, Synthetic & Turf Court Surfaces, Technology Catalog, Telescopic and Stadium Seating and Vehicles.
Pricing Period: March 1, 2023 through February 29, 2024
2023-24 AEPA Brochure
AEPA Solicitation Manager RFP – Due September 15, 2023 at 4:00 PM CST
Tremco ESSER Funds Video Link
Explanation on Indoor Air Quality & How it Relates to Federal Funding
Explanation on EDGAR Certification
Recent AEPA Flyers:
Busch Systems – Waste & Recycling Containers
Capitol Electronics – Panic Badges, Door Monitoring, Active Shooter & Gunshot Detection
Capitol Electronics – Contact Information & References
Hubert – Food Service Equipment
MedicalEshop – Special Needs Furniture & Equipment
Midwest Technology – Career Tech Closeouts
Pitsco – Career Tech Education
Pricing Period: January 1, 2023 – June 30, 2023
Extension: July 1, 2023 – December 31, 2023 (no price changes)
Air Filter Pricing – Contact Robin Houston
Air Filter ordering Overview
Waibel New Customer/Credit Application Form
Contact Christy Fielding with questions or if you need assistance.
Pricing Period: April 1, 2023 – March 31, 2024
Vendor: AEDVenture
Contact Doug Huffman at 330-903-0880 or doug@aedventure.com
AED Flyer – Jan 2023
HB47 Flyer – If passed will require placement of AEDs in each school and recreational facility as well as a plan for use and proper training.
HB 47 – Click to view the entire proposed amendment which has been signed by the house so far. The amended language for AEDs is on pages 10-B, 1 & 2 and on Page 12-B.
AED Flyer – August 2023
Pricing Period: July 1, 2023 – June 30, 2024
Scott Electric – AV Bulbs
As a member of the EPC you are also eligible for AEPA Discounts. This will allow you a general discount on ALL items carried.
We recommend the following AEPA Vendor for Technology Products: CDW-G
Pricing Period: February 1, 2023 – January 31, 2024
2023-24 Classroom Supplies Pricing (Updated 08/31/23)
Vendor contact information is located on the first tab of the Pricing Spreadsheet
We highly recommend ordering via the vendor websites. It is easier to use, less work once setup, less errors, saves time, some integrate with your procurement systems and more.
Includes: Paper Towels, Toilet Paper, etc. (The Custodial items are now included in the Food Service Bid. Includes: Chemicals, Paper/Plastics, etc)
Pricing Period: July 1, 2023 – June 30, 2024
Contact us for Pricing
Click here to view Overview & Steps to follow
Contact us for link to view complete bid responses
Current Agreements: September 12, 2023 – September 10, 2024
The EPC has bid Design Build and Performance Contracting Services on behalf of our school district members. The Request for Qualifications (RFQ) and Request for Proposals (RFP) process complies with Ohio Revised Code Sections 153.65 through 153.71 and Chapter 167. The methodology used will best facilitate and expedite design build and performance contracting services for facility/HVAC improvements on behalf of EPC members. This process (Ohio Administrative Code section 3318:1-10) waves the competitive bidding process and allows Schools/Public Entities to expedite necessary/critical installations or upgrades to meet short deadlines, expected long lead times for equipment and assure safer buildings.
Awarded Design Build firms must be able to offer a performance contract process that guarantees the financial and operational performance of the project upgrades that are effective, proven, and measurable strategies.
We highly recommend that you view the Zoom Recording Introduction Sessions for each vendor below to hear more about them.
· Evans Energy – Zoom Introduction, Information Flyer
· EBEB Solutions – Zoom Introduction, Information Flyer
· Energy Optimizers, USA – Zoom Introduction, Information Flyer
· Prodigy Solutions – Zoom Introduction, Information Flyer
· Tri-Tech – Zoom Introduction, Information Flyer
Pricing Period: July 1, 2023 – June 30, 2024
Contact Robin.Houston@epcschools.org for more information.
Alpha & Omega – Germ Stop Disinfection Service. Penetrexx antimicrobial disinfectants, leaves behind no traditional chemical residue, EPA and FDA registered technology offering up to 30 days of protection to applied surfaces. (Several EPC Member districts have already contracted for this service.)
Waibel Energy Systems – UV-C Energy to disinfect ventilation systems technology, using shortwave germicidal energy to kill virus, bacteria and germs in mechanical equipment as air passes through it. Ionization products purify the air throughout the space.
Includes: Drug and Alcohol Testing, Physician Exams, Flu Shots, and Hepatitis B Shots.
Pricing Period: August 1, 2023 – July 31, 2024
Includes: Uniform Rental, Facility Services, First Aid/Safety, Fire Protection
Pricing Period: June 7, 2023 – June 7, 2024
Pricing Period: July 1, 2023 – June 30, 2024
Food Products, Paper/Plastics, Custodial/Chemicals, Small Wares, Kitchen Equipment, Produce, Bakery, Dairy & Ice Cream
Contact Bonnie Muckenthaler for pricing & information
Join the EPC Food Service Google Group
EPC Food Service Training & Consulting – Consulting Information, Contact Bonnie Muckenthaler
Includes: Instructional Classroom Furniture, Filing & Storage Cabinets, Furniture Systems, workstations, walls, Executive & Administrative Wood Furniture, Tables & Accessories, Fully upholstered Furniture, Cafeteria, Library, Science, Laboratory & Vocational Furnishings.
Pricing Period: June 1, 2023 – May 31, 2024
Manufacturers Discount Matrix & Contact Information – List of all the different Manufacturers/Brands that are available and which vendors carry them. There is also a tab that contains contact information for each vendor listed below. .
AmTab
Fomcore
Friends Office
John R. Green/Kurtz Bros
Kay-Twelve
K-Log Inc
School Outfitters
Tom Sexton & Associates
Includes: A liability, property & fleet insurance committee has been formed to study the feasibility of pooling districts together in a group program. This is a fully funded program allowing the committee control over the loss fund which represents 27% of premium.
Contact Ken Swink if interested in a quote or if you have any questions.
Pricing Period: June 1, 2023 – May 31, 2024
Library Book Discounts
Vendors are providing discounts in addition to what they normally made available to school districts. Companies that did not provide additional discounts were rejected by the committee. Listed discounts apply to the vendor’s current catalog prices. Not the publishers list prices.
Pricing Period: April 1, 2023 – March 31, 2024
Energy Optimizers, USA LED Bulb Pricing
LED Lighting & Energy Savings Program Advantages for Schools & Completed Projects
Facility Improvement Projects Flyer – LED & Solar Lighting, Doors/Windows/Roofing & HVAC Upgrades
No Cost Energy & Lighting Audit Offer
Case Studies
Advantages
Electric Vehicle Charging
Contact Information: Belinda Kenley – bkenley@energyoptusa.com, 937-877-1919, https://energyoptusa.com/
Contact Belinda if your district is interested in a free energy audit!
Pricing Period: May 1, 2023 – April 30, 2024
Medial Supply Pricing in Excel
Medical Supply Pricing in PDF
Please be sure to include your District’s Name and address as well as the Bid Number on your Purchase Orders. Our vendors have been receiving orders without district information and do not know where to send the orders. Vendor Contact information and Bid Numbers can be found on the “Vendor Contact” tab of the above Medical Supply Pricing Sheet.
AED (Automated External Defibrillator) See Special EPC Pricing above under AED’s.
Paper Bid Pricing: Quarterly Extensions
Please note there are several tabs on the paper pricing spreadsheet. (Vendor contact information, paper price comparisons, all paper pricing and color options).
Sterling Paper & ODP Business Solutions/Office Depot
Click here to view Paper Pricing valid November 1, 2023 – December 31, 2023
Please view Vendor Contact tab for important vendor notes on possible freight charges and other notices.
Contact Nick Hart of American Bus at nhart@american-bus-inc.com or 513-821-3220 (office), 513-374-6225 (cell)
Click here for 2024 Passenger Van Pricing & Information Packet
Contact:
Colt Walden of Beau Townsend Ford at colt@btford.com or 937-264-2126 (office), 937-271-9825 (cell)
Branden Jones of Bob Ross Buick at bjones@bobrossauto.com or 937-637-4994.
Click here for 2024 Pickup Truck Pricing & Information Packet
Click here for link to Register with Public Surplus as an EPC Member
EPC/Public Surplus Partnership Meeting Slides
EPC/Public Surplus Introduction Zoom Meeting Recording (Fast forward to 10:05 mark to start viewing content)
Konica Minolta – Brochure
Contact Info:
Liz Strahle – LStrahle@kmbs.konicaminolta.us
201-934-5213
Includes: Alternators, Heater Motors & Switches, Lamps, Seat Covers & Foams, New Tires, Retreads and Bus Cameras.
CURRENT PRICE PERIOD: March 1, 2023 – February 29, 2024
2023-24 Supply Pricing in Excel, 2023-24 Supply Pricing in PDF
2023-24 Camera Pricing in Excel
Since 1968, the Southwestern Ohio Educational Purchasing Council (EPC) has been helping member school districts reap significant savings through cooperative, large volume purchasing for school supplies, equipment, utilities and insurance.
