October 2025 Volume 8, Issue 2 | | |
Paper and Beyond: OVOL USA’s
40-Year Partnership with Choice Partners
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OVOL USA: A Trusted Partner for Choice Partners Members
Few vendors can say they’ve supported Choice Partners members for more than 40 years, but OVOL USA Houston, formerly Bosworth Papers, can. With more than a century of experience in the fine paper industry, OVOL USA combines local expertise with global resources to help members save time, stretch budgets and get the materials they need when they need them.
Paper Trails that Lead Worldwide
From its beginnings as Bosworth Papers, the Houston branch has supplied paper and related products to school districts, government agencies and nonprofits across Texas. Now part of OVOL USA, one of the world's largest suppliers of paper, pulp and specialty substrates, the company offers our members the best of both worlds: personalized service backed by worldwide buying power.
Even with its worldwide capabilities, OVOL USA Houston has never lost its local focus. The company remains committed to the kind of personal service that it has defined for more than a century. Joseph Jordan, vice president of tax-supported sales at OVOL USA Houston, emphasizes the company’s hands-on approach to customer service.
“We have dedicated personnel for Choice Partners members who handle everything from sourcing to delivery,” he said. “Our team works directly with districts, campuses and administrators to make sure products are delivered on time, in the right quantities and at the best cost.”
OVOL USA even uses its own fleet of trucks and staff to ensure reliable, consistent delivery.
| OVOL USA's Joseph Jordan interacts with attendees at the Choice Partners Vendor Exhibit in April 2025. |
A Loyal and Dependable Partner
For four decades, OVOL USA has been able to reach new members and strengthen existing relationships through Choice Partners. OVOL USA keeps members informed about market conditions, product availability and emerging solutions. Its corporate slogan, “Paper and Beyond,” reflects not only the products it provides but also the reliable service and innovative solutions offered to Choice Partners members.
OVOL USA has even supported members through a variety of challenges. When a school district added six new campuses in a single summer, the company designed a comprehensive distribution program that combined inventory management, delivery scheduling and budget-conscious planning. The program allowed the district to maintain operations efficiently while reducing overall costs.
Looking Ahead
As the paper industry evolves, OVOL USA continues to innovate. The company is expanding its product line to include wide-format printing materials and specialty substrates, helping members keep up with new technology and market demands. Through it all, OVOL USA remains committed to the personal attention and dependable service that Choice Partners members have trusted for decades.
| | For more information about partnering with OVOL USA for your paper and printing needs, contact Joseph Jordan, vice president of tax-supported sales, at (713) 253-3773 or jtjordan@ovol.us. | | Choice Monthly Highlights | |
Choice Partners Celebrates 20th Annual
Nutrition and Product Expo
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Earlier this month, Choice Partners celebrated 20 years of sweet success with record-breaking attendance at its candy-themed Nutrition and Product Expo on Oct. 8. More than 140 vendors filled the Humble Civic Center with samples, smiles and new ideas, while over 200 students from 12 districts joined in to taste-test foods and give feedback that will help shape future school menus.
The “sweet success” theme highlighted the cooperative’s ongoing mission to keep school cafeterias stocked with healthy, high-quality options through trusted vendor partnerships. From the colorful displays to the meaningful connections, this year’s expo proved why it remains a favorite among Choice Partners members statewide.
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HCDE Interlocal Agreements with new members: Canyon Lake Community Library District, Canyon Lake, Texas; Hutto, City of, Texas, Hutto, Texas; Kaufman, County of, Texas, Kaufman, Texas; La Vega ISD, Waco, Texas; Matteson School District #162, Richton Park, Ill.; Midlothian, City of, Texas, Midlothian, Texas; and Milano ISD, Milano, Texas.
Out-of-state new members: BLAINE COUNTY DISTRICT #3, Watonga, Okla.; Buffalo Grove Park District, Buffalo Grove, Ill.; City of Jacksonville, Jacksonville, N.C.; Hingham Public Schools, Hingham, Mass.; Leominster Public Schools, Leominster, Mass.; Loudoun, County of, Virginia, Leesburg, Va.; Philadelphia Parking Authority, Philadelphia, Pa.; St Louis County, Clayton, Mo.; and Village of Mundelein, Mundelein, Ill.
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Recently Awarded Contracts: Commercial Printing, Copying Services and Related Items.
Recent Contract Assignments: J.R. Jones Roofing, Inc. to ESKOLA LLC dba J.R. JONES ROOFING; Shielder Ventures, LLC dba D&G Quality Roofing to Pro-Shield Commercial Roofing, LLC; Sirius Education Solutions to MasteryPrep Holdings, Inc dba MasteryPrep, LLC; NEXTRAQ, LLC to MICHELIN Connected Fleet; Northwest Evaluation Association to Houghton Mifflin Harcourt; and Quasar Data Center to Quasar Data Technologies dba Quasar Data Center.
Recently Renewed Contracts: Auctioneer Services and Related Solutions; and Fleet Leasing & Management Services.
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TASBO School Operations
Nov. 5 - Nov. 6
Galveston, Texas
ASBO Florida
Nov. 11 - Nov. 14
Kissimmee, Fla.
TxPPA
Nov. 17 - Nov. 21
San Marcos, Texas
ASBO Tennessee
Nov. 19 - Nov. 21
Murfreesboro, Tenn.
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Do you know a vendor who has provided exemplary service? Have a statement to make about Choice Partners service quality? Want to share with others about a Choice contract that meets your needs? Submit your review using the link below. | | |
We would love for our members to host a training. Trainings are a great way to network and gain exposure. If you would like to host a training, submit your information to the link below: | | Let your contacts who are quality vendors know about these opportunities. They must register in our E-Bid system to do business with us. | | |
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