University purchasing consortia works collaboratively with framework agreements to provide their members with access to high-quality products, goods, and services at the most competitive prices. These agreements not only save procurement professionals time and resources but also offer access to professional support from fellow members. Among these bodies are the NWUPC (North Western Universities Purchasing Consortium), LUPC (London Universities Purchasing Consortium), and SUPC (Southern Universities Purchasing Consortium).
At Rapid Education, we are proud to be recognised as an approved supplier within several of these key framework agreements, showcasing our commitment to meeting the needs of educational institutions across the UK.
NUWPEC (National Universities Working Party on Electronic Components)
As an approved supplier within the National Universities Working Party on Electronic Components (NUWPEC), Rapid Electronics covers all five Lots in the current framework agreement:
- Lot 1: Electronic Components & Service Aids
- Lot 2: Tools & Fixings
- Lot 3: Test & Measurement Equipment
- Lot 4: Batteries
- Lot 5: Multi-Purpose Lot
Our presence within these Lots reflects our dedication to providing a comprehensive range of electronic components, tools, test and measurement equipment, batteries, and more to universities, ensuring they have access to the essentials for teaching and research.
SUPC (Southern Universities Purchasing Consortium)
The Southern Universities Purchasing Consortium (SUPC) manages a variety of national framework agreements, including the Inter-Regional Laboratory Agreement (IRLA) for Laboratory Consumables and Chemicals. Rapid Electronics is an approved supplier within this agreement for the following Lot:
Our inclusion in this agreement allows us to provide a wide range of glass consumables to universities, supporting their research, experiments, and educational activities.
NEUPC (North Eastern Universities Purchasing Consortium)
In 2020, Rapid Education gained approval as a supplier within the Arts & Crafts Materials Framework, one of the many agreements managed by the North Eastern Universities Purchasing Consortium (NEUPC). Our approval covers the following Lot:
- Lot 1: Fine Art, Graphic & Crafting Materials
This recognition underlines our commitment to providing high-quality fine art, graphic, and crafting materials to universities, enabling students and faculty to explore their creativity through a wide range of arts and crafts supplies.
By being an approved supplier within these framework agreements, Rapid Education ensures that universities have easy access to a comprehensive range of products and services. Our commitment to delivering quality, affordability, and reliability aligns perfectly with the needs of educational institutions, supporting their mission to provide excellent teaching and research experiences for students and faculty.
If you'd like more information about our offerings under these framework agreements, please don't hesitate to contact us. Rapid Electronics is here to help universities meet their procurement needs efficiently and effectively.
Contact us for more details and explore our comprehensive range of products and services tailored to the academic community.
