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Staples

Staples Business, with over 35 years of expertise, offers tailored workplace solutions from facilities and breakroom to print and promo items. Take advantage of fast, next-day delivery across 98% of the US, unlimited account users, and budget controls. For larger enterprises, seamless integration with 150+ e-Procurement systems simplifies ordering. As the world’s leading office products company, Staples provides over one million products. Access Staples’ entire family of brands and expert support for all your business needs.


  • Access to Staples full product offering and family of brands
  • A full line of promotional products and services, including branded merchandise, drinkware, giveaways, and apparel
  • Financial incentives and rebates for E&I members
  • Best-in-class eCommerce, including buy online and pickup in stores
  • Customer service expertise by highly trained representatives - no robots here!
  • Delivery network backed by 32 national fulfillment centers
  • Innovative delivery with logistics optimization and an efficient, sustainable fleet
  • Supply chain investments in technology for improved order accuracy and efficiency
  • Smart-size packaging for improved box utilization, less corrugate, and fewer air pillows
  • Approximately 20,000 environmentally preferable products with supporting reporting
  • Special printing incentives available

AMQ

AMQ specializes in supporting open plan design ideas with height adjustable desks, benching, and seating for collaborative learning and working environments. Their portfolio also includes storage, privacy, and décor solutions with products that meet the highest standard of clean air quality and low emissions with SCS Indoor Advantage Gold certification.
  • Available through E&I’s competitively solicited Steelcase contract
  • Modern portfolio of versatile, flexible products designed for the way we work and learn today
  • In-stock shipping model offers a curated color palette and product offering that ships quickly to be delivered in just 10 days
  • Products that meet the highest standards of IAQ with 80%+ recycled content that is 90%+ recyclable
  • Robust, competitive warranties on all products
  • Typicals/budgeting platform offers dozens of layouts with pricing and files to plan your space with AMQ
  • 3D design tools/images to design your products online in real-time and access AMQ’s extensive finish and image libraries, spec sheets, videos, and planning resources
  • Steelcase financing options – AMQ meets your budget with high quality, BIFMA-compliant products, plus deeper discounts for select products when bundled together, at a low 4.9% financing rate

Lowe’s

Lowes is dedicated to saving E&I members time and money with the purchasing solutions you need and the industry expertise you expect. Finding cost-effective solutions that ensure the highest standard of quality is at the forefront of their mission. Lowe’s Pro Supply is your one-stop source for maintenance and renovation supplies across higher education, K–12, and student housing facilities. With fast delivery available nationwide through dedicated warehouses, they provide an extensive inventory of MRO products in job-lot quantities to keep your projects moving. Through the broader Lowe’s store network, you also gain access to more than 40,000 additional products — including paint, lumber, drywall, and tools — so you’ll always have exactly what you need to get the job done. Whatever the season, Lowe’s specialized Student Housing support team is ready to help you secure Pro-grade products in bulk for fast, efficient turns.


  • Year end rebates based on spending tier
  • Member volume discounts on eligible quotes over $2,000 in-store or online. Ideal for lumber, appliances, building materials, electrical, etc.
  • 20% Instant Member paint discount after paint annual qualifying spend reaches $3,000
  • Save an additional 5% in-store or on-line by utilizing a Lowe’s Commercial Account (LCA) or our Lowe’s Pro Supply (LPS) in-house account (You save 5% on eligible purchases when you use your LPS Purchase Card in-store or Lowes.com)  
  • Access to over 1,700 stores, warehouses, and distribution centers
  • Stores are open late and on weekends for last-minute needs
  • Online purchasing with fast delivery or in-store pick-up 
  • Punchout integration capabilities with Ariba, JAGGAER, Coupa, OpsTechnology, and more
  • Shop millions of products in-store and online from trusted brands 


Irwin Seating Company

Irwin Seating Company is a world leading manufacturer of public seating solutions. From new chairs to restored originals, Irwin applies the fundamental principles of durability, style, and comfort to every product.


  • Full range of fixed seating solutions for spaces across campus
  • Auditoriums, arenas, performing arts centers, convention centers, movie theaters, and more
  • Stadium seating, lecture room furniture, bleachers, telescopic platforms
  • Comprehensive restoration services

Ward’s Science

Serving science educators since 1892, Ward’s Science offers unique products, standards-based activities organized to meet teachers’ needs, and resources backed by personalized technical support. Ward’s Science serves the entire K-14 lifecycle, delivering the tools teachers need to turn science lessons into science connections. Available through E&I’s Avantor, delivered by VWR, contract, members can find the scientific supplies you need while driving cost savings and efficiencies across the entire purchasing process
  • Aggressive discounts on science supplies with free shipping on many items
  • Premium quality hands-on products for every subject and grade level
  • One-on-one support from in-house scientists and educators
  • Resources and services to save time and drive efficiencies
  • Preapproved E&I pricing eliminates the need for comparison shopping
  • Access supplies you’re looking for at a price and quantity that meets your school’s needs
  • K-12 annual eCommerce (B2B) rebate on sales made through an eCommerce platform
  • K-12 specific market basket to demonstrate district savings

B&H Photo Video

B&H offers a complete line of photo, video, audio, lighting, pro accessories, entertainment, projection, and surveillance devices. This contract delivers all this plus the broadest selection of security, multimedia, optics, and AV presentation technology in the industry. The E&I B&H Purchasing Portal allows members to view E&I pricing and purchase seamlessly online.


  • Instant quotes and real-time contract pricing through their online purchasing portal
  • Dedicated E&I Account Team for order processing, customer service, and unique requests
  • Technical advice, planning, and solutions from experienced professionals
  • State-of-the-art warehouses, efficient order processing, and real-time tracking
  • Same-day shipping available for select items on orders placed before 4PM
  • Various payment options, including p-cards and purchase orders


Hightower Group

Hightower provides contemporary interior solutions to meet a variety of needs and price points. Their extensive product offering includes fresh and inspiring soft seating, stacking chairs, stools, tables, lighting, planters, coat racks, and more. And with extensive customization and accessorizing options, it's easy to carry a design intent through to the finishing touches.


  • Maximize space with high-back lounge seating, chairs that stack 30 high, innovative laptop tables, and more
  • Encourage collaboration with mix-and-match solutions for flexible learning settings across campus
  • Personalize each project with a wide range of models, fabrics, and finishes, many of which can be coordinated across different collections for a cohesive look
  • Accessorize with planters, lighting, standalone power modules, and more
  • Tiered discount structure and rebate offering
  • Extended warranty period
  • Guaranteed freight rates

Grainger

Grainger leads the industry in being one source for all your maintenance, repair, and operational (MRO) needs. More than 1.7 million products, 14 distribution centers, and 250 branch locations ensures E&I members have the products they need, when they need them, often with same-day availability. Not only does this contract offer unmatched value for your facilities operations, but every department on campus can share in the benefits of this best-in-class agreement.


Humanscale Corporation

Humanscale is the leading designer and manufacturer of ergonomic products that improve the health and comfort of work life. Their portfolio can be used across a variety of campus applications from the classroom and office to anywhere people gather. Their award-winning solutions inspire movement and support the user in every posture.


  • Access Humanscale's premier portfolio of comfortable ergonomic furniture
  • Self-adjusting seating, sit/stand desks, monitor arms, task lighting, and more
  • Dedicated Regional Manager to ensure member satisfaction
  • Tiered discount off list pricing

Demco, Inc.

Demco has been dedicated to serving the needs of America’s libraries and schools for over a century. With thousands of unique or hard-to-find items, Demco helps E&I members create imaginative learning environments while leading the industry with unparalleled commitment to excellence in customer service. As the roles of schools and libraries continue to evolve, so too does Demco’s product selection, often providing solutions before you know you need them.


  • Comprehensive selection of furniture, supplies, equipment, and learning materials
  • Largest inventory of library supplies in the market
  • Online ordering capabilities
  • 100% satisfaction guarantee
  • Designated contract team
  • Commitment to outstanding customer service