Buying Coram in Michigan
Practical guidance on procurement vehicles, funding considerations, and local installation support for Michigan buyers.
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)
2-4 weeks via Sourcewell or REMC; 8-12 weeks for formal RFP
- 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.
Our Michigan partner network includes integrators experienced with K-12, municipal, and enterprise deployments.
Coverage Areas
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.
Additional Michigan Reference
Sourcewell
National cooperative purchasing organization headquartered in Minnesota. Pre-competed contracts eliminate the need for individual RFP processes.
Visit WebsiteREMC SAVE
Michigan's Regional Educational Media Center purchasing cooperative, offering cost savings through volume purchasing agreements.
- School Safety Grant
- Sinking Fund for Security Improvements
- Bond Issue Authority for Safety Equipment
- Freedom of Information Act (FOIA)
- Student Privacy (MCL 380.1135)
- School Safety Legislation (PA 12 of 2014)
- OK2SAY Tip Line Integration Recommendations
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.