Bid guide
How to bid on Athletic Supplies and Equipment for Pioneer Regional Education Service Agency
What the agency is buying and why it matters
The Association of Educational Purchasing Agencies (AEPA) is seeking vendors to provide athletic supplies and equipment. This opportunity is significant because it covers 31 state member agencies, meaning successful vendors could secure contracts to supply products and services across a wide geographic area.
This solicitation, AEPA #027-E, aims to establish agreements for educational institutions to purchase athletic goods efficiently.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
Solicitation documents will be released on June 30, 2026. The deadline for submitting responses is August 13, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. ET. All responses must be submitted online through Euna Procurement.
A public opening of solicitations will occur at 2:00 p.m. ET on August 13, 2026, at EducationPlus, 1460 Craig Road, St. Louis, MO 63146. An opening record will be posted on AEPACOOP.org.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for businesses that can supply a wide range of athletic supplies and equipment. Vendors must be capable of providing their proposed products and services in up to 31 states.
Firms specializing in sports equipment, team uniforms, training aids, and related athletic goods for educational markets would find this relevant.
How to respond to this solicitation
To access the solicitation, view the original source on the Georgia Procurement Registry (GPR). You do not need an account to view the posting and its documents.
Responses must be submitted online via Euna Procurement by the August 13, 2026, 1:30 p.m. ET deadline. Vendors should visit the AEPA website for instructions on how to register with Euna Procurement at no cost. Some Georgia events route documents and responses to an external “Event Link”; otherwise, submit as the posting directs.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
Carefully review all solicitation documents once they are released on June 30, 2026. Pay close attention to the specific requirements for products, services, and delivery capabilities across multiple states.
Ensure your registration with Euna Procurement is complete well before the submission deadline to avoid any last-minute technical issues. Clearly articulate your ability to serve a multi-state area and highlight any existing logistics or distribution networks that support this capability.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from Pioneer Regional Education Sevice Agency; the original posting controls.