AstroTurf introduced a new interactive map highlighting cooperative purchasing contracts available across the United States and Canada. The tool is designed to simplify the procurement process for public agencies, educational institutions, and non-profit organizations by providing a clear, state-by-state view of accessible contracts.
The interactive map, now live on AstroTurf’s website, allows users to hover over each state to see detailed information about cooperative purchasing contracts available in that region. This feature ensures that organizations can easily find and utilize contracts tailored to their specific needs, saving time and resources.
According to AstroTurf, it is common to spend hundreds of collective hours conducting your own formal bid doing market research, drafting specifications, advertising the bid, vetting bidders, conducting interviews and more. In addition, there are multiple bid types (RFP, IFB, hard bid, line-item bids, etc.), and depending on the type of bid you conduct, you may have little choice in your selection. Certain bid types result in general contractors selecting your turf for you. Then you’re married to that turf manufacturer and installer for the next eight years of the warranty.
With AstroTurf’s interactive map, the work of vetting and awarding contracts has already been done. Organizations simply need to issue a purchase order referencing the chosen cooperative contract. Joining a cooperative purchasing group is typically free and straightforward. Cooperative contracts are designed to comply with state requirements, ensuring a seamless procurement process.
To explore AstroTurf’s cooperative purchasing contracts and see the available options in your state, visit the interactive map on the AstroTurf website.