Office Depot - School Supplies Overview
Office Depot is an awarded supplier of school supplies for the U.S. Communities program. Office Depot is committed to providing U.S. Communities participating agencies with cost-effective solutions and best-in-class services at competitive prices.
The school supplies contract offers participating agencies the convenience of shopping on Office Depot’s dedicated web site and in retail locations, while honoring the U.S. Communities contract pricing in lieu of retail pricing.
Office Depot - School Supplies FAQ
Who can participate?
States, State Agencies, Counties, Cities, Schools, Colleges and Universities, Non-Profits and Special Districts.
Does my agency need to be a member of ASBO, NACo, USCM, NIGP or NLC to participate?
No. Any qualified agency can participate in the program.
My state requires local governments to bid everything. Can local governments in my state use this program without going out to bid?
Yes. This contract has been competitively bid by a government agency. Through the Joint Powers Authority or an inter-local agreement, local governments can "piggy-back" this competitively bid contract through U.S. Communities. This satisfies the competitive bid requirements in most states. See state by state laws on intergovernmental purchasing.
What does a government agency need to do in order to participate?
Complete the free online registration found on the U.S. Communities website. During the registration process, you will be asked to mark suppliers you are interested in. The suppliers that you select will contact you with detailed pricing and ordering information.
Is there a fee associated with joining U.S. Communities?
No, there are no costs or user fees to the local agency to participate or register.
If my agency already has an account with Office Depot - School Supplies, do I need to set up a new account?
No. Contact your Office Depot - School Supplies Account Manager to have the U.S. Communities program linked to your existing account.
Does the competitive pricing apply, regardless of quantity?
Using Office Depot - School Supplies and the U.S. Communities program assures an agency they are getting a very competitive price on any size order. There are no costs, minimum quantity requirements or spend limits associated with using the Office Depot - School Supplies U.S. Communities program.
How does it save time and money?
The key value for the agency is resource savings. On average, U.S. Communities participating agencies will save 5% over traditional procurement practices. Most agencies today are spread too thin. Agencies are downsizing administrative departments, and retiring or departing purchasing and maintenance positions are left unfilled. The U.S. Communities program provides a mechanism to save the time and costs associated with obtaining quotes or preparing bids. The time savings allow the department to accomplish its work tasks more efficiently with the personnel on hand.
How can my agency participate in the U.S. Communities program?
Complete the online registration.
Can more than one person at my agency register?
Yes, additional users can register by completing the standard registration process; the system will automatically unify all registrations that use the same TIN under one agency account. Alternately, existing users can add new users from within their account.
Office Depot - School Supplies How to Order
1. Online
log in and begin shopping. Enjoy a customized buying experience
with U.S. Communities contract pricing and timely product information.
Questions? Email Office Depot at ecsupport@officedepot.com or call the BSD e-commerce Support Desk at
800.269.6888.
2. Phone
Call toll-free, 888.263.3423, Monday - Friday, 8:00am to 8:00pm (ET) and a representative will assist you.
3. Fax
Fax your order to 888.813.7272.
4. In-Store Shopping Solutions
Shop any of our more than 1,200 stores for last-minute needs or to preview the latest products. Your procurement or Store Purchasing card will ensure
you receive U.S. Communities contract price