Facilities, Operations & Industrial Support

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Access a comprehensive range of maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO) supplies through E&I’s Grainger contract. Members benefit from competitive pricing, reliable supply chain support, and a vast selection of products—helping keep facilities running efficiently with the tools and resources they need, when they need them.  

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Source plumbing and mechanical supplies with confidence through E&I’s Ferguson contract. Members gain access to millions of products from trusted brands, backed by competitive pricing, nationwide distribution, and dedicated local support—ensuring efficient maintenance and construction across facilities. 

Carrier Corporation

Carrier provides E&I members with comprehensive HVAC and building automation solutions, including equipment, installation, maintenance, and service support. Designed for education and healthcare environments, Carrier helps institutions improve energy efficiency, enhance indoor air quality, and maintain safe, comfortable, and sustainable learning spaces.  

The E&I Portfolio

Support Safe, Efficient & Workforce-Ready Facilities

Founded in 1934 by institutions of higher education, E&I Cooperative Services is the only member‑owned, nonprofit sourcing cooperative dedicated exclusively to education. For decades, E&I has helped institutions create safe, reliable, and well‑equipped environments that support learning, research, and daily operations.

Facility Operations – Solutions that help institutions maintain safe, efficient, and functional facilities for learning and workforce training.

Maintenance Supplies – Essential products and supplies that support routine maintenance, repairs, and the ongoing needs of educational facilities.

Industrial Products – Tools, equipment, and industrial supplies that support hands-on instruction, technical programs, and operational needs.

Workforce Training Environments – Products and facility solutions that help create practical training spaces where learners can develop real-world, job-ready skills.

Need more information? Contact your E&I member representative to learn more about E&I's contract portfolio.

Dollars

$3,000,000,000

in E&I member purchases

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265+

competitively solicited contracts

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6,500+

member institutions

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$0.00

cost to join E&I