CDW's Awarded OECM Agreements
About OECM
OECM is a trusted not-for-profit collaborative sourcing partner for Ontario’s education sector, broader public sector and other not-for-profit organizations. OECM contracts with innovative, reputable suppliers to offer a comprehensive choice of quality products and services and generate significant savings for customers.
CDW & OECM Partnership
CDW Canada has been a proud OECM supplier partner since 2017. Over the years, this trusted partnership has grown to include five awarded agreements across key technology categories, including: End-User Computing Devices, Software Licensing, Networking Solutions, IT Staffing Services and Cybersecurity.
Recognized as a Diamond Supplier Partner in OECM’s 2024 Supplier Recognition Program, CDW remains committed to delivering exceptional value, cost savings and expert support to OECM customers across Ontario.
CDW-HELD OECM AGREEMENT #2024-461-02
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End-User Computing Devices & Related Services
Scope of Contract: This agreement includes a wide range of Apple and Lenovo end-user computing devices and related services, as well as selected peripheral products and accessories. This agreement also includes CDW — and partner — related professional services.
- Category B: Apple Products and Related Services
- Category D: Lenovo Products and Related Services
Feature Partners: Apple, Lenovo, Airtame, APC, BARCOVIEW, Belkin, Bretford, Buffalo, CAPSA Healthcare, Cisco Meraki, ELO, Epson, Ergotron, Jabra, Jamf, JAR Systems, Kensington, Lexmark, Logics Academy, Logitech, Otterbox, Samsung, Seal Shield, SMART Technologies, Startech, Targus, Tripp Lite, UAG, Vertiv and Viewsonic.
Agreement Term: Valid from February 1, 2025 to January 31, 2033
Pricing Structure: Guaranteed minimum percentage discount off MSRP.
Note: The previous agreement (#2016-261) remains valid until November 1, 2025.
CDW-HELD OECM AGREEMENT #2024-459
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Software Licence Products and Related Services
Scope of Contract: This agreement provides access to CDW’s full software catalogue, including leading solutions from Microsoft, Adobe and a wide range of other software solutions. It also includes CDW — and partner — related professional services to support licencing, deployment and ongoing management.
- Category A: Microsoft
- Category B: Adobe
- Category C: Other Software
Agreement Term: Valid until February 27, 2031, with an option to extend the term for up to 3 additional years.
Pricing Structure: Guaranteed minimum percentage discount off MSRP.
Note: The previous agreement (#2018-318) remains valid until May 27, 2025.
CDW-HELD OECM AGREEMENT #2024-457-05
Networking Products & Related Services
Scope of Contract: This agreement includes a comprehensive selection of the latest physical and virtual networking products, software license subscriptions, and related professional services. Key offerings include:
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- Access point products
- Routers
- Switches
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- Security products
- Hybrid networking products (e.g. SD-WAN)
- Wireless LAN controller products
- Security products
Feature Partners: All products within Cisco and Palo Alto Networks (PAN) catalogue, including related professional services from CDW and our vendor partners.
Agreement Term: Valid until March 20, 2035.
Pricing Structure: Guaranteed minimum percentage discount off MSRP.
Note: The previous agreement (#2019-340) remains valid until June 14, 2025
CDW-HELD OECM AGREEMENT #2023-420
IT Recruitment and Staffing Services
Scope of Contract: This agreement provides access to qualified IT professionals through both permanent and temporary staffing services.
- Category C: IT Permanent and Temporary Staffing Services.
Agreement Term: Valid until December 13, 2028, with an optional extension of 2 years.
Pricing Structure:
- Permanent placements: Fixed percentage of the candidate’s first-year salary.
- Temporary placements: Mark-up percentage applied to hourly rates.
CDW-HELD OECM AGREEMENT #2016-259
IT Vulnerability Assessment & Penetration Testing
Scope of Contract: This agreement provides a comprehensive suite of cybersecurity assessment services designed to help organizations identify, test and mitigate IT vulnerabilities.
- Category A: Vulnerability Assessment Services
External and internal assessments to identify and prioritize security vulnerabilities across IT assets, resources and network infrastructure. - Category B: Penetration Testing Services
Simulated external and internal cyberattacks to evaluate the effectiveness of existing security measures by attempting to breach and exploit systems. - Category C: Optional Resources
Additional services including cloud assessment and penetration testing, security awareness training, system hardening assessments and threat risk assessments.
Agreement Term: Valid until January 30, 2027.
Pricing Structure: Maximum net rate per UOM (hourly/ IP address).
For more information regarding CDW and the OECM agreements, please contact us at oecm@cdw.ca.
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