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Buying Coram in Michigan

Practical guidance on procurement vehicles, funding considerations, and local installation support for Michigan buyers.

How Buying Works Here
Procurement vehicles + timelines

Available Vehicles

  • Sourcewell (fastest path — pre-competed, no RFP required)
  • REMC SAVE (Michigan-specific cooperative)
  • MiDEAL extended purchasing program
  • Direct RFP (typically 8-12 weeks)
Typical Timeline:

2-4 weeks via Sourcewell or REMC; 8-12 weeks for formal RFP

Funding & Compliance Watchouts
High-level guidance (not legal advice)
  • School Safety Grant funding cycles vary — check Michigan.gov/SchoolSafety for current availability
  • Sinking Fund can cover security equipment but has strict allowable use rules — verify with your ISD
  • Bond issues require voter approval; align with your district's capital planning cycle
  • Note: This is general guidance, not legal or financial advice. Consult your district's legal counsel.
Local Partner Coverage
How installations are handled

Our Michigan partner network includes integrators experienced with K-12, municipal, and enterprise deployments.

Coverage Areas

Detroit Metro / SE MichiganGrand Rapids / West MichiganAnn Arbor / LansingNorthern Michigan / UP

We coordinate site surveys and installation through local partners. Most K-12 deployments complete in 2-4 weeks after PO.

Michigan Signals

Curated funding, policy, and procurement updates for Michigan.

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Additional Michigan Reference

Procurement Vehicle Details

Sourcewell

National cooperative purchasing organization headquartered in Minnesota. Pre-competed contracts eliminate the need for individual RFP processes.

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REMC SAVE

Michigan's Regional Educational Media Center purchasing cooperative, offering cost savings through volume purchasing agreements.

Funding Sources
  • School Safety Grant
  • Sinking Fund for Security Improvements
  • Bond Issue Authority for Safety Equipment
Relevant Laws
  • Freedom of Information Act (FOIA)
  • Student Privacy (MCL 380.1135)
Regulations
  • School Safety Legislation (PA 12 of 2014)
  • OK2SAY Tip Line Integration Recommendations
Partner with Us in Michigan
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Full coverage in Detroit metro, Grand Rapids, Ann Arbor, and Lansing. Northern Michigan coverage through partner network.

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Let's talk through your specific situation — procurement path, funding options, timeline, and local installation support. No pressure, just practical planning.