Roth IAMS + Sourcewell
This video series was developed by Roth IAMS in partnership with Sourcewell to help public sector organizations better understand cooperative procurement—how it works, who it serves, and the value it can bring to procurement teams, facility managers, and suppliers.
Cooperative Procurement
In each short episode, Bill Roth (President and CEO, Roth IAMS) and John Caddy (Associate Director, Cooperative Contracts, Sourcewell) answer some of the most frequently asked questions from public sector clients across North America.
Topics include contract competitiveness, membership eligibility, supplier benefits, and the unique role cooperative contracts can play in streamlining procurement. The series also highlights Canoe, a Canadian cooperative purchasing group partnered with Sourcewell. Whether you’re new to cooperative procurement or looking to refine your organization’s approach, this series offers a clear, concise starting point.
An Introduction to the Cooperative Procurement Q&A Series
In this episode of our Cooperative Procurement Q&A Series, Bill Roth and John Caddy introduce the series and explain why Roth IAMS and Sourcewell have partnered to answer the most common questions & misconceptions about cooperative procurement.
A Competitive Process for Awarding Contracts
In this episode of our Cooperative Procurement Q&A Series, Bill Roth and John Caddy explain how Sourcewell runs a rigorous, transparent, and competitive process to award cooperative contracts.
How to Become a Sourcewell Member
Public sector organizations can access Sourcewell’s contracts with minimal barriers. In this episode of our Cooperative Procurement Q&A Series, Bill Roth and John Caddy outline the simple process to become a Sourcewell member and begin benefiting from cooperative procurement.
What Type of Contracts Does Sourcewell Provide?
Sourcewell offers a broad range of cooperative contracts tailored to the needs of government, education, and nonprofit sectors. In this episode of our Cooperative Procurement Q&A Series, Bill Roth and John Caddy outline the types of features, services, and support available through these contracts.
How Sourcewell Reinvests into Local Communities
In this episode of our Cooperative Procurement Q&A Series, Bill Roth and John Caddy highlight how Sourcewell supports its local community beyond procurement.
What's the Biggest Benefit for Suppliers to Have Cooperative Contracts?
In this episode of our Cooperative Procurement Q&A Series, Bill Roth and John Caddy shift the discussion to suppliers to explain why vendors pursue cooperative contracts and how they can benefit from streamlined access to public sector clients.
Best Practices for Introducing Your Contact
In this episode of our Cooperative Procurement Q&A Series, Bill Roth and John Caddy discuss the best practices for suppliers that are introducing their Sourcewell contracts to prospective customers for the first time. They’ll help you understand how to best leverage your cooperative contract.
Who’s Eligible to Become a Sourcewell Member?
In this episode of our Cooperative Procurement Q&A Series, Bill Roth and John Caddy outline who qualifies for Sourcewell membership, including government entities, educational institutions, and nonprofit organizations. Watch to find out how you can join a growing network of over 50,000 members.
When to Lead with Sourcewell or Canoe
In this episode of our Cooperative Procurement Q&A Series, Bill Roth and John Caddy explain how to lead with Sourcewell or Canoe, and approach cooperative procurement and membership in each country using resources in the supplier portal.
Best Value Contracts with Sourcewell
In this last episode of our Cooperative Procurement Q&A Series, Bill Roth and John Caddy explain how Sourcewell’s evaluation process emphasizes “best value,” balancing cost, quality, and service, not just the lowest bid, as a key differentiator in public sector procurement.