January 17, 2018
I've answered four frequently asked questions about Sourcewell and their managed print services cooperative contract. If you identify with one or more of the following:
- Frustrated with your organization’s bidding process and requirements (and potentially looking for alternative solutions)
- Looking at getting a better print management system
- Familiar with Sourcewell and want to know more
- From a school, government agency or nonprofit organization
You've come to the right place.
Q: Why Should Schools, Government Agencies And Nonprofit Organizations Become Sourcewell Members?
A: It's free, and it allows you to skip the headache of the traditional RFP process, Members are able to get products and services they need at pre-negotiated prices. Sourcewell does all the legwork of the RFP process and secures contract volume pricing, in an effort to help you overcome budget and purchasing challenges.
Sourcewell exists to provide valued services to their members. Plus, they ask their members for input on the contracts and services provided, in an ongoing effort to find new opportunities and ways to improve.
Q: How Did Sourcewell Choose Marco as the Selected MPS vendor?
A: Sourcewell was familiar with Marco and their services, so when looking to create a cooperative contract for Managed Print Services (MPS), Sourcewell did the due diligence related to MPS industry offerings. They determined that Marco's approach was the most inclusive, and generally more robust than traditional copier/printer providers.
Q: What Value Do You Believe Marco Offers NJPA Members?
A: Marco's MPS agreement through Sourcewell offers members an "on-ramp" to best-in-class professional services, without having to go through the arduous request for proposal process.
See how the RFP timeline compares to Sourcewell's process in this infographic.
Our end-to-end MPS solution delivers supplies, on-site service, parts, help desk support, monitoring and reporting on a simple cost-per-page model.
Q: If I Want To Proceed With A Sourcewell Cooperative Contract, Do I Contact Sourcewell Or Marco?
A: While you can reach out to Sourcewell, the easiest and quickest option is to connect with one of our print specialists directly. Together you can assess your print environment and create a managed print services plan that meets your organization's specific needs. When it comes time to buy, we'll coordinate with Sourcewell.
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