School And Higher Education Equipment And Supplies - TCI

The Texas State and Local Contract Vehicle 785-A1 provides comprehensive procurement options for school and higher education equipment, specifically focusing on presentation and classroom technologies. The contract encompasses a wide range of products including lecterns, sound systems, pointers, projectors, and related accessories. Utilizing specific UNSPSC and NIGP codes, the vehicle enables educational institutions to acquire specialized presentation equipment through a standardized procurement mechanism, covering items such as free-standing lecterns, electronic pointers, projection equipment, and board cleaning accessories.

The contract is managed by the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts (CPA) Contract Management, with TCI serving as the prime contractor. The vehicle has an extensive performance period spanning from July 1, 2007, to December 31, 2099, indicating a long-term strategic sourcing approach specifically designed for Texas state and local governmental entities. Structured as a term contract, the vehicle provides geographical coverage limited to the state of Texas, offering a flexible procurement solution for educational institutions seeking standardized equipment procurement options.

The master Indefinite Delivery Vehicle (IDV) includes at least one documented award, specifically contract 785-A1 issued by the Texas State Auditors Office. This award, valued at $924, involved the procurement of two custom podiums made from red oak with specific dimensional requirements. While the available data suggests limited award activity, the contract's extensive timeline and broad equipment categories indicate significant potential for future targeted acquisitions by Texas governmental and educational entities. The vehicle's design suggests flexibility in meeting specific institutional requirements for presentation and educational equipment.