Vendor Information
Apply for the 2023-24 Online Marketplace
Idaho Code defines eligible education expenses. Only products and services that fall under the allowable use categories will be approved. A complete list of eligible education expenses is on our FAQ page.
Need help with your application? Contact Odyssey:
Approval Process
Odyssey manages the online Marketplace on behalf of the Office of the State Board of Education. Odyssey will review and may deny an application or request additional information from a Vendor before making a final decision. The Office of the State Board of Education will verify applications. If approved Odyssey will activate the account. The Office of the State Board of Education does not activate accounts. Contact Odyssey directly about the status of your application.
Vendors
All interested Vendors must complete an online application with Odyssey.
Odyssey will notify all new vendor applicants within fifteen (15) business days of submission of an application.
Documentation
Applications from Vendors that have direct contact with students (in person or virtual) in the course of providing services must include additional documentation with their vendor application. Email empoweringparents@edu.idaho.gov if you have been asked to provide assurances to complete your application.
Additional Vendor Considerations
Product Safety:
Parents are responsible for reviewing the manufacturer’s recommended minimum age use and safety disclaimers when determining whether an education product is appropriate for their student.
Reimbursements:
Reimbursements are not allowed. Grant funds are for the purchase of current or upcoming goods and services. Reimbursements and payments for past-due invoices are prohibited.
Logo:
Vendors will not use the name or logos of the Empowering Parents Grant Program for advertising, publicity releases, websites, sales presentations, marketing materials, publications, correspondence, and announcements for their own benefit without the prior written consent of the State Board of Education.
Please contact empoweringparents@edu.idaho.gov for consent to use the Empowering Parents logo.
Customer Service:
The Empowering Parents online Marketplace is managed by a third-party contractor. The contractor is responsible for management of the Marketplace and transactions through the Digital Wallet.
All customer service issues must be reported through the customer service line: 208-768-8132.
Monetary Benefit:
Vendors may not send a payment, refund, or rebate of grant funds to a parent. All payments, refunds, or rebates must be processed through the digital wallet.
Fees:
Late payment or refund payment fees are not allowed.
Returns and Damages:
The State Board of Education is not responsible for returns or damaged goods and services.
Service Offerings:
Service offerings must align with approved educational expenses as outlined in Idaho Statute. “other” is not an allowed service offering.
Transaction Service Details:
Transactions must be detailed to include a description of the item or service provided. Products, materials, and book titles must be listed for review and approval.