How it works

A group purchasing organization (GPO) is an organization designed to enable groups of independent customers, like charter schools, to combine their purchasing power to negotiate discounts with vendors.  GPO members have access to these deals and can purchase the same way they always have, only at a lower cost.  

There is no cost to participate. Our services are completely free to our school participants. We keep the lights on by receiving a small portion of the sales that take place through our contracts from the vendors.

To become a BuyQ participant simply sign up on our website. All charter and private schools are eligible.

Purchasing through a BuyQ contract has many benefits. First, you’ll enjoy significant discounts on the products and services needed to run your school, as well as other benefits specifically designed for charter and private schools, like free shipping, extra discounts for new schools, volume-based discounts, and extended payment terms. Because BuyQ fully vets our vendors and negotiates the contracts on your behalf through an open and competitive RFP process, you also save time and can feel confident you are spending your dollars wisely. Finally, as a BuyQ purchaser, you can rely on BuyQ as your buying advocate. If you find that you need assistance resolving an issue with a BuyQ vendor, we will be available to assist you and advocate on your behalf.

No. Participation in BuyQ’s group purchasing contracts is completely voluntary and you are not required to use BuyQ contracts exclusively in order to access them.   

Yes.  You must engage directly with each supplier and affiliate to their unique BuyQ contract to access your discounts and other benefits. The registration and affiliation process varies by vendor but is generally quick and easy.  Visit Browse Suppliers to learn how to affiliate to each contract. In some cases, you can do so through the suppliers website. Or, you may need to email / call the BuyQ supplier contact who we will help you engage with.

Yes. Multiple representatives from your school can register as a BuyQ participant.