Answers to common institutional purchasing questions: bulk orders, quotes, purchase orders, education pricing, district purchasing, product specifications, IT review, pilots, and testing-accommodation rules.
Common Purchasing Questions
This page answers the questions procurement teams, administrators, and special education staff most often ask before purchasing Scanmarker for a school or district.
It is intentionally organized as a quick-reference FAQ rather than a step-by-step guide — for the full evaluation process, see the school buying guide; for the paperwork checklist once a decision is made, see the school purchasing guide.
FAQ
Can schools purchase Scanmarker in bulk?
Yes. Schools and districts can contact the institutional sales team regarding larger orders.
Can schools request a quote?
Yes — use the school quote request page to submit institutional purchase details.
Can schools use purchase orders?
If your organization requires a purchase order, identify this when submitting your institutional inquiry.
Do you offer education pricing?
Education or volume pricing may be available depending on the current program and order. Contact the school sales team for current pricing.
Can districts purchase for multiple schools?
Yes. District purchasing teams should provide the expected number of schools and devices when requesting pricing.
Can we request product specifications?
Yes. Product specifications should be provided based on the current Scanmarker model being evaluated.
Can IT review the product before purchase?
Yes. Schools should review the applicable technical requirements before deployment.
Can we start with a pilot?
A pilot can be a practical approach for districts evaluating a larger deployment.
Is Scanmarker a replacement for reading instruction?
No. It is assistive technology designed to provide access to printed information.
Can Scanmarker be used during assessments?
That depends on the assessment rules and the student’s approved accommodations. Schools should determine this before allowing use during testing.
Important: Information in this guide is provided for educational and procurement planning purposes and is not a substitute for professional, legal, or funding-program guidance. Scanmarker is assistive technology intended to support access to printed information — it does not replace reading instruction, special education services, or individualized accommodations. Schools and districts should confirm current funding eligibility, procurement requirements, and product specifications directly with the appropriate authority before purchasing.