What This Means for Buyers
GCU (Gulf Coast Underground) is proud to announce that we are now an approved supplier with HGACBuy, one of the nation’s most trusted cooperative purchasing programs. This partnership opens the door for municipalities, government agencies, and non-profits across the country to access GCU’s underground infrastructure solutions through a streamlined and cost-effective procurement process.
If you’re not familiar with HGACBuy—or what this means for your organization—let’s break it down.
What is HGACBuy?
HGACBuy is a nationwide cooperative purchasing program operated by the Houston-Galveston Area Council (H-GAC). For over 40 years, HGACBuy has helped governments and eligible non-profits save time and money by providing competitively bid contracts on a wide range of products and services.
Instead of each city, county, or agency going through a lengthy bid process for every purchase, HGACBuy allows them to “piggyback” off contracts that have already been competitively solicited and awarded. The result is:
- Compliance with state procurement laws
- Transparency in pricing and vendor selection
- Efficiency in purchasing and implementation
Today, more than 8,000 members in 50 states rely on HGACBuy to simplify procurement while ensuring best value.
What It Means for Buyers
By becoming an HGACBuy supplier, GCU is now part of a vetted network of contractors and vendors who have gone through a rigorous selection process. For our customers, this means:
- Pre-approved Contract Pricing
Buyers can be confident that the pricing offered through HGACBuy has already been reviewed and competitively bid. This eliminates the uncertainty and administrative burden of issuing new RFPs or negotiating contracts from scratch. - Faster Procurement
Because the bid process has already been completed by HGACBuy, agencies can purchase GCU’s services directly through the cooperative. This can shorten project timelines significantly—especially for urgent infrastructure needs. - Compliance and Peace of Mind
HGACBuy contracts are fully compliant with state and local procurement requirements, giving purchasing managers and public officials the assurance that their acquisitions are legally sound and transparent. - Nationwide Access
Membership in HGACBuy is free and open to eligible entities across the United States. Whether you’re a small municipality, a utility board, or a state agency, you can take advantage of GCU’s solutions through this program.
Why Work with GCU Through HGACBuy?
At Gulf Coast Underground, we specialize in trenchless technology and underground infrastructure services, including:
- Cured-in-Place Pipe (CIPP) rehabilitation
- Manhole restoration and lining systems
- Pipe bursting and replacement
- CCTV inspection and condition assessment
- Specialty coatings and structural rehabilitation solutions
By combining our expertise with HGACBuy’s procurement framework, buyers receive not just a service—but a turnkey pathway to stronger, longer-lasting underground infrastructure.
Some key advantages include:
- Cost Savings Beyond the Bid: Because HGACBuy aggregates purchasing power, buyers often see lower prices than if they went to bid on their own.
- Trusted Quality: GCU has been evaluated and awarded a contract because of our proven track record in delivering safe, effective, and lasting infrastructure solutions.
- Time Back to Your Team: Procurement staff can focus on project outcomes instead of paperwork and compliance.
Who Can Benefit?
The HGACBuy program is designed to serve a wide range of organizations, including:
- Cities and Counties needing to repair or expand sewer and water systems.
- Public Utility Boards responsible for maintaining reliable underground infrastructure.
- State Agencies managing large-scale rehabilitation projects.
- Nonprofits and Cooperatives that qualify for cooperative purchasing.
If your organization is already a member of HGACBuy, you can begin working with GCU immediately. If not, membership is quick, free, and open to eligible entities nationwide.
A Smarter Way to Buy
In today’s environment, public agencies are tasked with doing more with less. Budgets are tight, timelines are short, and infrastructure challenges are mounting. Cooperative purchasing programs like HGACBuy provide a smarter way to meet these demands—offering speed, transparency, and value without compromising compliance.
For Gulf Coast Underground, joining HGACBuy reflects our ongoing commitment to making it easier for customers to access the underground solutions they need. Whether it’s extending the life of aging infrastructure or building capacity for future growth, we are here to deliver results—and now, we can do so through one of the most trusted purchasing programs in the country.
Get Started
If you’d like to learn more about purchasing GCU’s services through HGACBuy—or if you’re not yet a member and want guidance on how to join—our team is ready to help.
Contact us today to explore how this new partnership can benefit your organization. Together, we can build stronger, more reliable infrastructure for the communities we serve.