Texas public sector & education · Equalis purchasing
A practical AV purchasing path through Equalis.
For Texas public agencies, K–12 districts, and colleges, Equalis Group contract R10-1182C may offer a cooperative purchasing option for eligible buyers and projects covered by the contract.
A good place to start
Plan your project with the contract in mind.
The Equalis contract may be a useful option when it covers your project and your organization can use it. Confirm both before moving forward.
Check whether your organization qualifies
Check whether your organization can use Equalis and whether local approvals are needed.
Confirm what the contract covers
Compare the products and services in the contract with the equipment, design, installation, and support your project requires.
Plan installation and support
Discuss site readiness, how the equipment will connect, setup and testing, training, and who will provide ongoing support.
Purchasing options
Compare contract options for your AV project.
Review the Equalis terms and your organization’s purchasing rules. Texas DIR contracts may also be an option when they fit the buyer and project.
R10-1182C · Region 10 ESC
See the official contract details, included products and services, and member resources.
Review details ↗DIR-CPO-6169
Another Texas purchasing option to consider when it fits your organization and project.
Review details ↗DIR-CPO-6191
See whether this contract fits your project and purchasing needs.
Review details ↗Your organization can use a contract only if it meets eligibility rules and the project is covered. Check current terms and purchasing rules with the right person in your organization.
What happens next
From project goals to a supported AV system.
Tell us about your project
Share your locations, room types, users, existing equipment, timeline, and what you need the system to do.
Confirm contract fit
We’ll review system needs, contract coverage, purchasing documents, and responsibilities with you, and identify how to confirm the system is ready.
Plan installation and training
Coordinate installation, setup and testing, user training, documentation, and ongoing support.
Talk with NBCP Communications Systems
Let’s talk about your project and purchasing options.
Tell us about your organization, spaces, needs, and timeline. NBCP can help outline the next questions and purchasing steps.