Englewood, Colo. – September 19, 2026 -- Mission Telecom has become an approved vendor on The Interlocal Purchasing System (TIPS), eliminating the need for schools, libraries, higher education institutions, and nonprofits to run separate bidding processes before purchasing its wireless broadband services.
Formal bidding requirements can delay school and library connectivity by months
Public sector entities are typically required to complete a multi-step competitive bidding process before procuring new telecom services, a requirement that strains districts with limited administrative staff and can take months to complete. Mission Telecom's addition to the TIPS vendor list means it has already cleared this vetting process, giving institutions direct purchasing access without initiating their own bid.
Mission Telecom offers below-market pricing with no activation fees
The nonprofit provider's wireless broadband plans include discounted devices, dedicated account management, and no activation fees, with options ranging from fixed data allocations to unlimited connectivity. Pricing is positioned below standard market rates to serve under-resourced schools, libraries, and community organizations.
Executive Director cites daily connectivity gaps as procurement risk
"Every day an organization spends navigating a lengthy procurement process is a day students, patrons, and communities go without the connectivity they need," said Mark Colwell, Executive Director of Mission Telecom. He said the TIPS listing removes a procurement barrier for institutions nationwide seeking affordable internet access.