Group Purchasing

NEKLS helps member libraries stretch their budgets by purchasing some common library supplies in bulk. Substantial savings from quantity discounts and reduced shipping are passed on when NEKLS provides these items at cost. To order any of these items contact Teri at the NEKLS office (tnelson@nekls.org). They will be shipped by courier.

Currently available:

1/2-in 2-ring CD cases (holding 1-12 discs) in black or white – $2.19/each
3/4-in 2-ring CD cases (holding 1-20 discs) in black or white – $2.29/each
2-disc poly-fabric sleeves (not included with cases) – $.10/each

Thermal printer rolls for receipt printers – $1.40/roll; $70/case (50 rolls)

NExpress Patron Cards with Keytags (sunflower design) – $.26/card

Barcode Labels – $26.95/1000 labels

Member Discounts

NEKLS has negotiated member discounts from several vendors. Before taking advantage of these, be sure to check that you are not already receiving a better discount through your current account. Contact Laura DeBaun if you have any questions or recommendations for additional vendors to work with.

Baker & Taylor

Baker & Taylor offers discounts on library materials and processing fees according to the price list below. To qualify for discounts, be sure to indicate that you are a NEKLS Member Library when you order.

Baker & Taylor Price List
Baker & Taylor Category Definitions with Keys
Baker & Taylor Contact Information

To set up an account for your library, contact:

James Chapman, Sales Consultant
1-800-775-7930 ext. 1050
chapmaj@btol.com/

Barnes and Noble
6130 S.W. 17th St. (17th at Wanamaker)
Topeka, KS 66615
(785) 273-9600; Fax: (785) 273-7125
Contact: Dick Nelson, Community Relations Manager

Barnes and Noble Bookstore in Topeka offers a 20% discount off list price to libraries. They also offer a paid membership plan that gives members 10% off the store price on any item, including those on sale.

Bibliographic Center for Research

14394 East Evans Ave.
Aurora, CO 80014-1478
1-800-397-1552; Fax: (303) 751-9787

Every library in Kansas is a BCR member through the State Library. BCR’s goods and services are listed in institutional categories on their website – www.bcr.org.

Vendor discounts for public libraries are based on the size of the community they serve. Discounts for schools are based on the size of the student body.
Once you figure out what you’re interested in ordering, contact BCR for help determining the discount.

Brodart

Sales Rep: Kathy Underriner, 1-800-233-8467

Electronic Ordering and Customer Care: Debbie Schall, 1-800-474-9802 #6527

To qualify for discounts, be sure to indicate that you are a NEKLS Member Library when you order.

• Brodart discounts on books, cataloging, and processing.
• Select Account Program – Supplies, Equipment, Furniture

Customer Service Reps: Jody Jones (jody.jones@brodart.com) and Holly Keen (holly.keen@brodart.com) 1-888-820-4377, extension 4330.

To receive discount, use reference code “BSA” when placing order. When ordering online, enter “BSA” in the Promo Code Box at checkout.

Half Price Books – Librarian/Educator Discount

Show proof of employment at a library or school and receive a 10% discount card that can be used on all purchases at any Half Price Books. Store locations in Kansas and Missouri are:

• 1519 W 23rd St, Lawrence, KS – (785) 856-4253
• 15309 W 119th St, Olathe, KS – (913) 829-9959
• 8997 Metcalf Ave, Overland Park, KS – (913) 383-3373
• 1002 Westport Rd., Kansas City, MO – (816) 931-5377

Both personal and library purchases are eligible for the discount. It cannot be combined with discount coupons. Card must be renewed annually.

Ingram Book Company

Phone: (800) 937-5300
Account Manager: Robin Bowin – ext. 37407
Email: robin.bowin@ingrambook.com

Customer Care – (800) 937-5300, press option 1, then 1
Email: ILSCustomer.service@ingrambook.com

Phone orders – (800) 937-5300 ext. 27647
Fax Orders, 1-800-667-5116
Electronic Ordering Service: Call to establish account prior to first order.

NOTE: Ingram does not automatically set up member libraries of the Kansas Regional Library Systems under this special offer. To qualify for discounts,  contact Ingram Account Services at (800) 937-5300 and be sure to state that you are a NEKLS member library.

• Ingram Book Company Discounts