Procurement at ILTPP
Cooperative Purchasing
ILTPP offers Illinois PK-12 schools and other eligible educational entities the advantage of saving time and money on technology-related product and service purchases. By combining the purchasing power of Illinois schools, we are able to offer competitive pricing. Additionally, we save you time by handling the RFP process on your behalf. Currently serving over 1,000 school districts, private schools, and educational service agencies, ILTPP represents more than 2 million students and staff across Illinois.
Solicitation Process
ILTPP contracts are either sole-source agreements or competitively bid contracts.
Sole-Source Agreements
Sole-Source Agreements start with a nomination from ILTPP members, or when a potential partner submits the ILTPP Partner Applications. Nominations and applications are reviewed by ILTPP members, and if approved, the ILTPP Purchasing Coordinator works with the vendor to develop contractual terms beneficial to ILTPP members and the vendor. The ILTPP conducts quarterly reviews of vendor applications, prioritizing partners that align with ILTPP’s mission, provide competitive pricing, have a footprint in Illinois, and have been in business for 5+ years.
Competitively Bid Contracts
Competitively bid contracts adhere to a strict procurement process managed by the Association of Educational Purchasing Agencies (AEPA). Similarly, our sole source contracts undergo a rigorous process that includes reference checks and input from our members.
Using ILTPP Contracts
Follow these steps to begin using ILTPP contracts.
Step 1: Register for LTC Account and Enable Membership
ILTPP Membership requires an LTC account. Register for an LTC account here and then enable ILTPP membership. LTC Accounts are free, and all Illinois education organizations are eligible for ILTPP membership.
Step 2: View Contract Details
View high-level contract information and explore contracts, or log into our Marketplace for more details. Follow the directions specific to each contract, and if you have questions, please contact us at iltpp@ltcillinois.org.
Step 3: Request a Quote (Optional)
ILTPP provides an optional free quote service to all members. We work with multiple vendors to identify options based on your criteria, allowing you to select the best vendor to meet your unique needs. Request a quote →
Step 4. Purchase and Mention ILTPP
During the purchasing process, please mention that this is an ILTPP contract. Some vendors require the use of the contract number, and all details are available on the “How to Order” section of the contract page.