Contracts
Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams is one of the world's leading manufacturers and distributors of coatings and related products to professional, industrial, commercial, and retail customers. With more than 4,000 stores, 60,000 local sales representatives, and 155 years in business, Sherwin-Williams provides the experience and quality to meet your project's needs.
- Easy ordering through your local Sherwin-Williams store
- Dedicated local sales reps provide personalized service and product expertise
- Color and design support
- Free delivery, including expedited delivery
- Contractor support, including product and application training
Falcon
CF Group is a global manufacturer and distributor of public space furniture as well as acoustic panels in a wide variety of sizes and colors for wall, ceiling, and hanging applications. Falcon provides expertise in cafeteria, classroom, lecture hall, and library spaces, while Thonet offers stylish and durable seating solutions ideal for public and in-between spaces.
- Comprehensive selection of fabrics, materials, and custom applications
- Tiered discount schedule for E&I members
- Dock delivery included
- Design and installation services per quote
- Extended warranty option
Sauder Education
Sauder Education (a brand of Sauder Manufacturing) is an Ohio-based furniture solutions company with deep roots in the industry dating back to 1934. The company proudly focuses on sustainability, reflecting this mission every step of the way, from material sourcing to internal processes and a renewable product line. Sauder Education is a leader in the manufacturing of furniture designed to help students feel at home on campus. They don’t just sell products. They provide helpful solutions—and are driven by the desire to bring more value to every customer.
- Access to Sauder Education's entire catalog of furniture solutions for residence halls, student unions, dining areas, classrooms, and auditoriums
- Renewable, sustainable furniture that can be easily reconfigured to fit your needs
- Extended usable life of furniture due to specialized designs that allow for easy component repairs and replacement
Gilbane Building Company
Gilbane Building Company is a global integrated solutions firm specializing in construction and facilities management. With 48 worldwide offices, Gilbane provides a variety of services across multiple industries from healthcare to education. E&I members not only benefit from industry-leading best practices, but also innovative solutions and construction tools. The Gilbane team understands integrated project delivery strategies to ensure all services are delivered collaboratively, and all projects maximize value, minimize waste, and maintain the highest level of safety for everyone.
- Construction management, general contracting, integrated project delivery, and design-build
- Comprehensive construction owner-agent services
- Dedicated team acts as an extension of your staff
- Focus on anticipating needs, creative problem solving, and exceeding expectations
- Keep critical schedule deadlines and oversee cost objectives related to project goals
- Over 400 LEED-accredited professionals and an in-house Sustainability Council
Tremco/Weatherproofing Technologies, Inc.
Tremco has partnered with higher education institutions and public entities across the country for decades. Together with their construction services affiliate Weatherproofing Technologies, Inc. (WTI), Tremco delivers a breadth and depth of roofing systems for every environment and the technical know-how to solve E&I members' biggest problems.
- Tremco Restoration Services are engineered to last the life of your building and offers savings up to 50% of the cost of replacement; this environmentally friendly solution may be funded through operational versus capital budgets
- Identify gaps, cracks, and holes in the building envelope as the first line of defense against weather, insects, pollutants, and other environmental factors that compromise indoor air quality and energy use
- Choose from the complete line of Tremco's performance engineered restoration, replacement, repair, and maintenance materials
- From budgeting and scheduling to quality control and on-site supervision, WTI provides daily project management
- TremCare® and TREMCO MANAGEDASSETS™ customized roof and building envelope programs provide information and services to manage assets for maximum performance and ROI
- Network Cooperative Contractor Network (NCCN) delivery model that offers a compliant method to purchase roofing and building envelope-related solutions and services through NCCN installers included within this contract
Jonti-Craft
Since 1979, Jonti-Craft has been the leading manufacturer of children's furniture to create spaces that engage, inspire, and protect young learners. Their high quality, innovative products and solutions are designed to last a lifetime. From small centers and libraries to special learning areas and classrooms, Jonti-Craft furnishes great learning spaces.
- Comprehensive selection of educational furniture in over 15 product categories
- Industry-leading features designed for children and commercial environments
- Dedicated customer service team
- Free space planning, including 2D/3D renderings and sample rooms for inspiration
- Most products carry a lifetime warranty
- Nearly all furniture ships full assembled
- Ability to dropship across all 50 states
- Local authorized resellers in all 50 states
- No minimum orders
Standard Textile
With 80 years of industry experience, Standard Textile is the leading national distributor of textile and interior product offerings for the education market. Their national presence allows them to offer a full range of products and exceptional customer service to members across the country. Standard Textile's team of consultants work directly with members to provide product overviews, estimates, on-site measurements, quotes, and installation.
- Comprehensive product offering of fabric, upholstery, wall coverings, curtains, drapes, blinds, window treatments, films, and more
- Design, project management, and installation services
- Turnkey services from consultation through estimates, installation, and more
- Access to additional products suitable for a variety of campus applications
School Outfitters
School Outfitters is a premier online retailer specializing in school furniture and equipment. Established in 1998, the company is dedicated to enhancing educational environments with high-quality, durable, and ergonomic furnishings for classrooms, libraries, and outdoor spaces. Their comprehensive services include expert consultation, project management, and seamless installation, ensuring a hassle-free experience for educators.
- Expertise in Makerspace, STEM and science labs, outdoor classrooms, playgrounds, and collaborative flexible furniture solutions
- A full range of products to support hands-on learning spaces for students pursuing vocational/career technical education
- Supplies a variety of tools, furnishings, and safety equipment
- Services include multi-phase project management, ready-to-ship inventory, and onsite installation
- Carry products that support special education and inclusion, with ADA-compliant and wheelchair-accessible furnishings
- Over 25 years of experience serving the education sector
- Complimentary design service at no additional cost
- Diverse subcontractors available, and can provide Tier 2, ESG, and sustainability reporting
- Stocks millions of dollars’ worth of inventory in their warehouses-in-stock items ship within 24 hours
Canteen
Canteen is a division of Compass Group North America, the leader in food service management and support services. This allows the Canteen contract to provide members with industry-leading solutions in sustainability, technology, and products.
- Vending services with innovative technology, healthy options, dedicated service, and custom solutions
- Coffee, tea, and breakroom snacks
- Dining and café services
- Wellness-focused solutions with Choice Plus snacks, beverages, and fresh food
Patterson Dental
Patterson Dental is an industry-leading specialty distributor that has served the North American dental market for 142 years. Patterson understands the unique needs of E&I members and is committed to providing proper support and creating the right solutions for each institution. With 59 branches, 9 fulfillment centers, and over 775 certified service technicians located across the US, Patterson has the infrastructure to support E&I members nationwide.
- 25,000+ item specially priced market basket, plus discounts on Patterson's complete catalog of products
- Full range of dental products and equipment, digital equipment, and technology available on E&I Equipment & Technology Formulary
- In-office technical service and live technology support
- Standardization, SKU reduction, and vendor consolidation efficiency solutions
- Dedicated local representatives, equipment specialists, and CAD/CAM specialists
- Strategic nationwide fulfillment centers ensure member orders are received and shipped within 1-2 business days
- Order management solutions
- Real-time inventory and reporting
