Planning for 2026? Leasing Could Strengthen Your Technology Budget!

Nov 20, 25

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Leasing Could Strengthen Your Technology Budget!


Planning your district’s 2026 budget? Consider leasing as a strategic way to modernize technology, maintain predictable refresh cycles, and stretch limited resources!

Through WSIPC RFP 25-01 Leasing Services for Technology Equipment, Software & Related Services, districts have access to two competitively awarded partners ready to support these goals.


Insight Financial Services (IFS)

IFS provides transparent, flexible leasing solutions for hardware, software, services, and soft costs. Districts choose IFS for predictable budgeting, disciplined refresh planning, and streamlined device returns.

Key benefits:

  • Asset-level return and purchase flexibility
  • Serial number substitution for returns
  • IFS-owned refurbishment centers (no third parties)
  • Complimentary AMOS platform for lease and asset management
  • Device-as-a-Service options that support equity, reduce IT burden, and bundle multi-manufacturer solutions

Learn more about IFS here.


HPE Financial Services Company (HPEFS)

HPEFS delivers financing and lifecycle management for both HPE and non-HPE technology, helping districts align investments with evolving needs and sustainability goals.

Key benefits:

  • Flexible financing and consumption-based models
  • Full asset lifecycle services, including trade-ins and certified pre-owned options
  • Support for classroom tech, student/teacher devices, and data center infrastructure
  • Sustainability programs rooted in circular economy practices
  • Public sector procurement expertise

Learn more about HPEFS here.


Why Leasing?

Leasing provides predictable costs, supports ongoing refresh cycles, and helps districts maintain modern, equitable technology without major upfront investment.

WSIPC RFP 25-01 offers districts a compliant, cost-effective path to explore these benefits with two trusted partners: Insight Financial Services and HPE Financial Services Company.


Learn more about the WSIPC Purchasing Program
The WSIPC Purchasing Program connects K-12 public and private schools and public agencies to a network of technology partners, leveraging the power of your WSIPC Cooperative to provide competitively bid goods and services at a reasonable cost. Each vendor who becomes a part of the WSIPC Purchasing Program has been awarded a bid contract through an official RFP process in compliance with Washington State Procurement RCWs.

WSIPC is a non-profit public agency that provides technology solutions, services, and support to K-12 schools. WSIPC’s purpose is to help schools do more with every dollar and to empower them with the tools to work smarter. To learn how your district can become part of the WSIPC Cooperative, contact us at info@wsipc.org or 425.349.6600.

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