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IPRA's Cooperative Purchase Program provides members'
agencies with the opportunity to purchase supplies in bulk
with other participating agencies. Participating in this
program is an excellent way for agencies to save money (participants
have reported savings of 10%-60% on co-op items) and
valuable employee time.
Reasons why your park and recreation
agency should participate…
 Save valuable staff time – no more shopping around for the best prices
Purchasing in bulk means incredible savings - participating agencies save about 10-60% on items
Freight and delivery charges are included in bid price
Vendors abide by the "Local Government Prompt Payment Act"
Delivery right to your door
The committee revises specifications yearly and items may be added as needed.
Still not convinced? Check out these numbers…
(Comparisons of items and companies participating in the
2003-04 Cooperative Purchase Program)
| Item |
Catalog/Web Price |
IPRA Co-Op Price |
Savings |
| Water Color Paints |
$2.71 |
$1.34 |
50% |
| Staples |
$0.62 |
$0.38 |
39% |
| Pipe Cleaners |
$1.59 |
$0.84 |
47% |
| Paper Punch |
$5.95 |
$3.05 |
48% |
| Youth Size Footballs |
$29.99 |
$17.58 |
41% |
| Jr. Size Basketballs |
$5.59 |
$1.88 |
66% |
| Adult Baseball Batting
Helmet |
$10.95 |
$6.95 |
36% |
| Youth Baseball Batting
Helmet |
$9.90 |
$7.45 |
24% |
| Set of Bases |
$139.95 |
$61.95 |
55% |
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