Purchasing

Procurement made easy

AmeriPlay Sports & Recreation is proud to support schools, municipalities, and organizations across the U.S. with streamlined, cooperative purchasing solutions. We know time is money — and bureaucracy shouldn't get in the way of building world-class play and recreation spaces.

We’re a pre-approved vendor on several nationally recognized purchasing cooperatives, so you can skip the red tape and get right to the fun part — ordering.

TIPS

The Interlocal Purchasing System (TIPS) is one of the fastest-growing cooperative purchasing systems in the country.

  • Contract-compliant and pre-bid
  • Fast quotes, no lengthy RFP process
  • Perfect for schools, local governments, and non-profits

BuyBoard

Managed by the National Cooperative Purchasing Program, BuyBoard helps public agencies make confident, legal purchases with volume pricing already baked in.

  • Competitive pricing and pre-approved vendors
  • Save time and reduce paperwork
  • Ideal for parks, schools, and government agencies

EPIC6

Serving the education community and public sector in Texas and beyond, EPIC6 offers cooperative purchasing built on simplicity, trust, and transparency.

  • Regionally respected, nationally compliant
  • Hassle-free purchasing for public entities
  • Access AmeriPlay products and services directly

Tips for a smooth procurement process

  • Know Your Coop: Find out which cooperative your organization already uses. If you’re not sure, we’ll help you figure it out.
  • Request a Quote: We’ll tailor a quote that aligns with your coop contract — no guesswork.
  • Skip the RFP: Using our cooperative contracts means you often don’t need to go out for bid. That saves you weeks (sometimes months).
  • Need Specs or CADs? We’ve got them ready. Just ask.

We’re Your Partner, Not Just a Vendor: From product selection to install, our team’s with you every step of the way.

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