Contracts


ENA Services

ENA offers a suite of connectivity, unified communications, cloud, security, and data analytics solutions supported by exceptional customer care. ENA's innovative solutions are created by engineering professionals who understand the unique infrastructure and communications needs, challenges, and requirements of today's education communities. These professionals will work with you to help ensure your platforms support growth and are ready to address your evolving needs and challenges.


  • From concept to completion, ENA ensures that members receive the services and support needed to produce positive outcomes
  • ENA's proven approach delivers speed, reliability, scalability, best-in-class technologies, and continuous technology improvements
  • USA-based engineers available 24/7/365 for immediate assistance with any service issues
  • Connectivity, communication, cloud, security, and data analytics services to improve overall total cost of ownership
  • Every member is paired with an experienced account service manager
  • Solutions include enhanced data security features and tools
  • Cloud computing and cloud backup to help keep your institution up and running
  • Tailored technology solutions designed to meet the specific needs of education
  • Certified ISO 9001:2015 service provider.
  • ENA's services include: Connectivity | Communication | Cloud | Security | Data Analytics

Irwin Seating Company

Irwin Seating Company is a world leading manufacturer of public seating solutions. From new chairs to restored originals, Irwin applies the fundamental principles of durability, style, and comfort to every product.


  • Full range of fixed seating solutions for spaces across campus
  • Auditoriums, arenas, performing arts centers, convention centers, movie theaters, and more
  • Stadium seating, lecture room furniture, bleachers, telescopic platforms
  • Comprehensive restoration services

Collaborative Solutions

From strategy to deployment and ongoing support, Collaborative offers full-service Workday Human Capital Management (HCM) and Financial Management capabilities. Collaborative has helped shaped Workday's innovative solutions and uses its years of experience to offer a unique perspective from the customer's point of view. Leveraging their proprietary CYNERGY™ methodology, team members guide you through every phase of your Workday transformation, enabling your institution to gain efficiencies, minimize risks, and maximize outcomes.


  • Full lifecycle services for strategic planning and readiness, implementation, organizational change and training, and ongoing support
  • Workday-certified consultants and product leads work closely with members through each stage of the process, ensuring members get the most from their technology investments
  • Proprietary implementation methodologies tailored to meet your institution's unique needs
  • Student Readiness Workshop helps members gain a clear framework for their Workday Student deployment
  • Flexible, comprehensive deployment options, from standard software deployments to full digital transformation

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

Recycle Away

Recycle Away is a leading nationwide distributor of top-quality indoor and outdoor commercial recycling, compost, sanitation, and waste management systems. They also offer compatible matching products, including benches, signs, janitorial stations, and more, at special discounted rates for E&I members. Recycle Away prides itself on superior customer service and timely, accurate order processing. They continuously cultivate relationships with numerous manufacturers to ensure you get the products you need—when you need them.


  • Products can be configured with different sizes, colors, lids, labels, and signage
  • Customization options include your logo, colors, and branding with the help of their in-house design team
  • Steel and plastic bins offer durable solutions for your school or campus
  • Dedicated customer service teams provide solutions for your specific site requirements and assist in implementing your recycling program
  • Track record of success working with hundreds of educational institutions throughout the U.S.
  • Recycled content containers are available for LEED certified institutions
  • Receive detailed, downloadable product spec sheets
  • A wide selection of high-quality made in America receptacles are available

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

Airgas

Airgas is the nation's leading single-source supplier of gases. Their custom and robust supply chain solutions are built to suit the needs of E&I members. With a dedication to education and research, Airgas's Total Access program also supports members who are small colleges, technical schools without welding programs, and K-12 institutions who are spending below $5,000 annually.


  • Price protection: no minimum increase allowed; capped annual increase
  • Rebate growth: year-over-year
  • Comprehensive portfolio of products, including core specialty lab pure gases and gas mixtures, cylinders, process chemicals, dry ice, carbon dioxide, rare gases, and more
  • Lab design services, including custom gas delivery systems
  • Turnkey cryogenic solutions for life sciences research
  • International cold chain logistics program
  • AERO emergency response services
  • On-site gas and inventory management technician
  • Online ordering and account management, as well as customized eBusiness solutions
  • Gas and inventory management solutions (EZ-GAZ™ monitors cylinder pressure and alerts when they're low)


Carrier Corporation

Carrier delivers a comprehensive solution with innovative products, exceptional engineering, and seamless value across the entire journey, including installation, service, and replacement. Their products, services, and solutions play a critical role in making learning environments healthier and safer. Carrier equipment, controls, and services are designed to deliver and maintain industry-leading performance with less energy and lower environmental impact. Carrier Rental Systems provides temporary heating, cooling, and power needs with 24-7 emergency response teams available nationwide.


  • Packaged rooftop equipment, split systems, chillers, air handlers, fan coils, unit ventilators, water source heat pumps, VRF, and more
  • Service agreements and repairs
  • Startup, commissioning, and installation
  • Turnkey contracting services
  • Best-in-class BluEdge® service agreements maximize performance, optimize investments, and ensure HVAC systems stay up to date
  • Air-Cooled Chillers that use non-ozone depleting refrigerant and are simple to install, with excellent efficiency and powerful controls
  • Water-Cooled Chillers offered in scroll, screw, or centrifugal options with capacities from 16 to 5,500 tons
  • Air Handling Units that provide advanced technology and custom features in streamlined, easy-to-install packages 
  • Carrier Smart Air Purifiers which create healthy spaces for students, faculty, and staff


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