Science: Supplies/Equipment

The Education Service Center Region 2 (GoodBuy Purchasing Cooperative) is issuing an Invitation to Bid to establish a catalog‑type contract for science‑related supplies and equipment for Texas school districts and other public education entities. Vendors must submit a complete catalog with pricing, discounts, and required certifications, pay a $50 non‑refundable administrative fee, and agree to a 2 % participation fee on all sales made under the contract. The contract will be effective from 3 / 1 / 2027 through 2 / 28 / 2028, and vendors must meet numerous compliance requirements (DEI, felony disclosure, boycott certifications, residency, etc.). Successful bidders will become approved suppliers for GoodBuy members, providing products throughout the contract year. • Contract type: “catalog” agreement for science supplies/equipment • Effective period: 12 months (03/01/2027 – 02/28/2028) • Submission deadline: 01/07/2027 10:00 AM CT (online) • $50 administrative fee (due within 48 hrs of bid closing) • 2 % participation fee on all sales reported monthly • Required attachments: W‑9, regional map, Edgar Vendor Certification, DEI policy, safety data sheets, etc. • Mandatory certifications: felony disclosure, family‑code child‑support affidavit, boycott certifications, residency, de‑barment, non‑collusion, etc. • Vendors must provide a complete catalog with discount percentages; minimum $5,000 sales per contract required.