In order to satisfy the state and federal purchasing requirements that Texas public school districts are required to follow regarding competitive procurement (other than advertised competitive bids), Tyler ISD participates in various coops as shown below:
Tyler ISD is a member of the following Co-ops:
Allied States Cooperative (ESC Region XIX)
BuyBoard (TASB)
Omnia Partners (Formerly National IPA & U.S. Communities)
PACE (Purchasing Association of Cooperative Entities)
Region 7 Purchasing Cooperative
TIPS/TAPS (The Interlocal Purchasing System - ESC REG VIII)
TXMAS (State Purchasing)
Vendors must complete and return a W-9 and Vendor Additional Information Form (available in the New Vendor forms below) to sue.benson@tylerisd.org or fax to 903.262.1170.