Staples, Minn.,
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December
2019
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07:06 AM
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Creating a One-Stop-Technology-Shop

Three vendors awarded contracts in Technology Catalog Solutions

David Duhn, Sourcewell contract administrator
Our catalog allows them to buy from multiple manufacturers to create a solution, all from one source, and know that it will all work together.
David Duhn, Sourcewell contract administrator

Utilized more than any other contract category at Sourcewell, Technology Catalog Solutions is growing with even more resources for government, schools, and nonprofits.

Three vendors have earned contracts in the Technology Catalog Solutions category, adding to Sourcewell's diverse line of options and opportunities. Longtime awarded vendor CDW-G was re-awarded, joined by Connection and SHI International – both new to Sourcewell.

Sourcewell Contract Administrator David Duhn says this category of contracts has gained its popularity through an increased reliance on and demand for technology and the ability to one-stop-shop for complete technology solutions.

“Our catalog allows them to buy from multiple manufacturers to create a solution, all from one source, and know that it will all work together,” Duhn explains. “Recognizing the value placed on this category by schools, nonprofits, and government agencies, these solutions will allow us to continue meeting the growing technology needs of our members in an ever changing and rapidly evolving marketplace.”

Following a competitive solicitation process, Sourcewell awarded these cooperative purchasing contracts:

CDW-G* | 081419-CDW
Cloud, technology solutions and accessories, hardware, software, peripherals, professional services.

Connection | 081419-GVC
Computers, laptops, desktops, and mobile workstations; tablets; monitors and projectors; networking and wireless; printers and supplies; servers and accessories; software; storage; cloud storage; digital signage; power and battery backup; cyber and physical security.

SHI International | 081419-SHI
Hardware, software, peripherals, Cloud, technology solutions, professional services.

* Re-awarded vendor with new contract number

These contracts are now available to all Sourcewell members throughout the United States and Canada (Connection not available in Canada). Purchasers from public entities save time and money by streamlining the procurement process with cooperative purchasing.

About Sourcewell

Sourcewell (formerly National Joint Powers Alliance) is a self-supporting government organization, partnering with education, government, and nonprofits to boost student and community success. Created in 1978 as one of Minnesota's nine service cooperatives, we offer training and shared services to our central-Minnesota members. Throughout North America, we offer a cooperative purchasing program with more than 325 awarded vendors on contract. Sourcewell is driven by service and the ability to strategically reinvest in member communities.