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Buying Coram in Wisconsin

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

How Buying Works Here
Procurement vehicles + timelines

Available Vehicles

  • Sourcewell (fastest path — pre-competed, no RFP required)
  • CESA Purchasing (Wisconsin-specific cooperative)
  • Direct RFP (typically 6-10 weeks)
  • Sole source (emergency provisions under Wis. Stat. § 16.75)
Typical Timeline:

2-4 weeks via Sourcewell or CESA; 6-10 weeks for formal RFP

Funding & Compliance Watchouts
High-level guidance (not legal advice)
  • School Safety Grant Program has annual application windows — check DPI for current deadlines
  • Referendum authority for safety projects requires voter approval; plan for spring or fall election cycles
  • Act 143 compliance may create urgency — document alignment in your RFP response
  • Note: This is general guidance, not legal or financial advice. Consult your district's legal counsel.
Local Partner Coverage
How installations are handled

We partner with Wisconsin-based low-voltage contractors who understand state compliance requirements.

Coverage Areas

Milwaukee MetroMadison / Dane CountyGreen Bay / Fox ValleyEau Claire / Western WI

Our partners handle turnkey installation including network coordination. Typical timeline: 2-4 weeks for mid-size K-12 campus.

Wisconsin Signals

Curated funding, policy, and procurement updates for Wisconsin.

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Additional Wisconsin 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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CESA Purchasing

Cooperative Educational Service Agency purchasing cooperative serving Wisconsin school districts with pre-negotiated vendor contracts.

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Funding Sources
  • School Safety Grant Program
  • Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) Savings Reinvestment
  • Referendum Authority for Safety Projects
Relevant Laws
  • Wisconsin Public Records Law (Wis. Stat. § 19.31-19.39)
  • Pupil Records (Wis. Stat. § 118.125)
Regulations
  • School Safety Plans (Wis. Stat. § 118.07)
  • Violence Prevention Curriculum Requirements
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Comprehensive coverage in Milwaukee, Madison, Green Bay, and Eau Claire. Partner network serves rural districts.

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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.