Skip the RFP Cycle

Who this is for

Public agencies that need to move quickly on procurement

Cooperative purchasing programs let public agencies procure apparatus without duplicating the competitive bid process. Pierce holds active cooperative contracts we can access on your behalf.

The problem it solves

• RFP cycles that add 6–12 months to an already-long build timeline.
• Legal and procurement overhead on every apparatus purchase.
• Uncertainty around whether pricing is competitive.

Contracts we work with

Cooperative purchasing organizations run nationwide public RFPs and award contracts through a lead public agency. Because the competitive-bid process has already been completed, member departments can "piggyback" onto the awarded contract in most states without repeating it themselves. Membership is free and carries no purchasing obligation.

Departments should have independent legal review to confirm compliance with state and local procurement requirements before using any cooperative contract.

Why Reliant

We help departments identify the right cooperative contract for their build, confirm eligibility, and manage the paperwork so procurement stays out of the critical path.