This cooperative purchase notice informs qualified bidders that the University of North Dakota will use an existing E&I Cooperative Services contract (CR001616) to procure paint, stains, coatings, painting equipment, and related supplies. The underlying contract was awarded to Sherwin Williams on June 1 2026 and runs for an initial five‑year term with the possibility of five one‑year extensions. The notice serves only as a notification; no specific purchase orders or dollar amounts are disclosed.
• Scope: Paint‑related products and equipment for facility maintenance across UND and other NDUS campuses.
• Vendor: Sherwin Williams (sole source under the cooperative agreement).
• Term: 5 years (June 2026 – June 2031) plus up to five optional one‑year renewals.
• Procurement method: Sole‑source use of an existing cooperative contract; no competitive bidding required for individual orders.