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Purchasing . . . negotiating AT discounts for you!
MD A.T. Co-op makes assistive technology more affordable to schools, agencies, organizations, seniors, and families by provides discounted purchasing opportunities. We have a variety of assistive technology available at discounted prices including:
The Co-op can offer such good prices because we know the products and the "players" through years of professional contact and on-going conference attendance. Our price list is constantly changing due to competitive bids being conducted every six months to take advantage of price reductions and new product developments. We also conduct additional direct negotiations with manufacturers.
The Co-op serves as a "reseller" to offer the best pricing on certain product lines where margins are small. We believe in low overhead (we have part time staff, pay for minimal advertising, etc.). Another way we bring you discounted products is by getting permission from various manufacturers to hold "statewide" versions of "district" licenses, allowing small systems to benefit from the purchase levels of large systems.
If you have any questions please contact our Purchasing Director, Amanda, or call her at (410) 290-1327 or contact Laura at (410) 381-COOP.
*Email communications@matcoop.org to receive an electronic version
of the MD AT Co-op Discounted Price List.
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Directions for Acquiring a Quote
You will need a manufacturer's catalog or access to their website in order to get all details necessary to receive a quote or place an order. View the Vendor/Catalog List to see a list of vendors/manufacturers and their contact information.
1. Complete a copy of the AT: LAST, Inc Quote Form;
Send your Quote Request to the MD AT Co-op
* E-mail: purchasing@matcoop.org at any time, day or night;
* Fax: (410) 290-1012 between the hours of 9 am and 9 pm EST (Please respect the listed hours; the fax machine is in a private home);
* Mail to: AT: LAST, Inc., PO Box 428, Savage, MD 20763.
2. The Co-op will research the best price for your desired product based on current bids and will contact you with the total price quote, including any applicable taxes and shipping.
3. Make check or money order payable to AT: LAST, Inc (NO Cash, Credit Cards, or MEDICAL ASSISTANCE).
4. Your order will be placed when payment or PO is received.
5. Please allow 2 - 6 weeks for delivery to your shipping address.
ORDER CAREFULLY:
Returns can be expensive and are normally only allowed within one month of order unless item is defective.
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Purchasing Directions for Purchase Orders
1. Send your purchase order to:
2. Group products by manufacturer on your Purchase Order (PO). Calculate discounts and shipping/handling for each. Add Maryland state taxes if not tax-exempt or include a copy of your tax-exempt card.
3. Indicate catalog product number and name.
4. Indicate Mac or PC and cable type where necessary.
5. Indicate a contact person on your PO and provide their email address and phone number.
6. Include a Ship To: Address
7. Turn your packing slips in to your Finance Department as soon as you check your order, so that the MD AT Co-op can be paid.
8. Email (purchasing@matcoop.org) or call (410) 290-1327 as soon as your order arrives so we can release payment to the manufacturer/supplier.
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Directions for Placing a Pre-Paid Order
1. Send your check and order to: AT: LAST, Inc, PO Box 428, Savage, MD 20763;
2. Group products by manufacturer on your Order. Calculate discounts and shipping/handling for each. Add MD state taxes on discounted product total.
3. Indicate catalog product number and name.
4. Indicate Mac or PC and cable type where necessary.
5. Include phone and email contact information.
6. Include a Ship To: Address
7. Email (purchasing@matcoop.org) or call (410) 290-1327 as soon as your order arrives.
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