FUEL EDUCATION
Education Curriculum CONTRACT 101713-KVS Fuel Education (formerly K12 for Schools and Districts) partners with schools and districts to fuel personalized learning through online and blended learning programs. We offer NJPA members the curriculum,technology and services they need to successfully implement blended and virtual learning programs that are costeffective.
To ensure the success of our school and district partners you can expecT
a simplified procurement process,reduce procurement costs and overall lower-cosT
way to improve student outcomes.
Jay Pearlman
203-685-***
jpearlman**[ta]**htlines.com
www.sightlines.com
SIGHTLINES,LLC
Benchmarking,Operations,Investment,Strategy,Capital Planning CONTRACT 071415-GGI Sightlines is the leader in helping institutional finance and facilities leaders better manage their physical plant operating budgets and capital investments. Sightlines provides tools for strategic planning,analyzing and benchmarking that generate an independent,reliable comparison of campus performance in these areas againsT
peer institutions. Using its unique,proprietary Return on Physical Assets (ROPA+) process,Sightlines visits each campus annually to collect more than 200 indicators of facilities and financial data in order to identify trends and provide useful analysisand benchmarks. Although rooted in higher education,Sightlines has worked across a broad spectrum of institutional facilities including K-12,government centers,and other non-profits.
CONSTRUCTION
EDUCATION AND CURRICULUM
many organizations that would normally need to go through a formal bid process are able to purchase our products utilizing the NJPA contract.” -Laura Blackmer,Senior Vice President,Sales -Sharp Electronics Corporation
ELEVATORS
ENERGY SOLUTIONS CATERPILLAR INC.
Power Generators CONTRACT 080613-CAT
Big or Small. Simple or Complex. Any size or any shape. In any regulatory environment.
When you need power,Caterpillar is equal to the challenge of meeting of the world’s emergency and standby needs with an unparalleled line of diesel and natural gas generator sets. The experienced Caterpillar Dealer Network can deliver power systems and the support you need. Caterpillar is proud to be a NJPA vendor and is excited about the opportunity to provide NJPA members with power solutions.
Seth Charna
864-414-***
Charna_Seth**[ta]**.com
www.cat.com
Jeff Jaudes
972-365-***
Jeff.Jaudes**[ta]**ssenKrupp.com
Jamie Blackman
770-799-***
Jamie.Blackman**[ta]**ssenKrupp.com
www.ThyssenKruppElevator.com
THYSSENKRUPP ELEVATOR Elevator Equipment and Services CONTRACT 100516-TKE ThyssenKrupp Elevator manufactures,installs and services a wide variety of passenger and freight needs. Headquartered in
50,000 of which were manufactured and installed by other companies.
Dan Winder
972-358-***
daniel.winder**[ta]**indler.com
www.us.schindler.com
SCHINDLER ELEVATOR CORPORATION
Elevator Equipment and Services CONTRACT 100516-SCH NJPA members can now access a broad range of installation,maintenance and modernization programs for elevators and escalators through Schindler Elevator Corporation. Members can get a comprehensive initial survey and assessmenT
and customized service package designed to fit their needs,regardless of brand.
Schindler also offers complete programs for capital planning and modernization for all brands of elevators and escalators-from simple upgrades to full replacement.
Schindler technicians stay linked to customer’s equipment at all times through FieldLink,a comprehensive handheld computer. Customers can monitor real-time,unfiltered performance results on a secure Schindler Dashboard available
www.us.schindler.com or via mobile app.
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Anthony Chapman
804-399-***
Anthony.Chapman**[ta]**ion-ind.com
www.motionindustries.com
MOTION INDUSTRIES
Operations Power Transmission Components
CONTRACT 011614-MII Motion Industries is a world class distributor of quality facilities maintenance and operational power transmission products and related industrial supplies. Products and pricing discounts available to NJPA Members across US and Canada include HVAC supplies,electric motors,bearings,seals,belting,hose and fittings,electrical,mechanical,process pumps,material handling,hydraulics,pneumatic,abrasives,cutting tools,adhesives,sealants,chemicals,lubricants,hand and power tools,safety and other industrial supplies. Motion serves NJPA Members with***
local branches strategically located across
Chris Porter
940-867-***
Chris.Porter**[ta]**inger.com
www.grainger.com
GRAINGER
Facility and Maintenance,Repair,Operations CONTRACT 091214-WWG The Grainger contract entitles NJPA Members to access contract pricing discounts on facilities maintenance products,plus an array of services and solutions for your facilities. This includes all products in the Grainger catalog and online at Grainger.com. Through this contract you’ll realize cost savings,not only on your MRO purchases,but also items for your state and local initiatives,such as Sustainability and Emergency Preparedness. Call us for those hard-to-find,infrequently used products.
We can help you find other brands beyond the Grainger catalog. www.**ainger.
com/findmro
FACILITY,MAINTENANCE,REPAIR,OPERATIONS AND JANITORIAL
Alex Relf
704-521-***
alex.l.relf**[ta]**rier.utc.com
www.carrier.com
CARRIER CORPORATION
HVAC CONTRACT 030817-CAR At Carrier,we are the experts in HVAC - and we have the history to prove it. Our founder,Willis Carrier invented modern air conditioning more than 110 years ago. Today we build on a legacy of leadership with a complete line of equipment,controls and service designed to deliver and maintain industry-leading performance with less energy and lower environmental impact. Partnering with Carrier Commercial Service brings with it the security of knowing that every facet of your investmenT
is being carefully monitored,analyzed,maintained,and documented. This practice begins with your very first contact with us and will endure over the entire lifetime of your equipment.
Tom Staves
443-676-***
tstaves**[ta]**plexgrinnell.com
Andrew Pergande
414-524-***
andrew.pergande**[ta]**.com
www.johnsoncontrols.com
JOHNSON CONTROLS,INC.
HVAC CONTRACT 030817-JHN Combining technology with insights to build purposeful solutions that help the world progress,meeting today’s needs and shaping better tomorrows. If you are looking for a wide range of HVAC,Cooling and Heating systems,Energy ManagemenT
and Control services and solutions,Johnson Controls has deep experience in helping state agencies,local,and municipal governments address these complex challenges.
Our team is comprised of professionals that have extensive experience and are capable of delivering these solutions throughout all of
FACILITY,MAINTENANCE,REPAIR,OPERATIONS AND JANITORIAL
Deborah Toth
770-220-***
dtoth**[ta]**lins.com
www.orkin.com orKIN,LLC
CONTRACT 110916-ORK Setting the Standard for More Than A Century,Atlanta-based Orkin,LLC,founded In 1901,is a wholly owned subsidiary of Rollins,Inc. (NYSE:ROL). Orkin serves***
million clients with more than 400 locations across the world. Orkin is Committed to Environmentally Conscious Approaches.By following latest best practices in Integrated Pest Management (IPM),we help our clients create cleaner and healthier working environments. But we feel a responsibility to help protect the larger environmenT
as well and use non-chemical,as well as target-specific treatments that zero in on specific pest problems and help minimize any hazard to people,property or the environment.
Ed Tinney
770-880-***
Ed.Tinney**[ta]**.com
ppgpittsburghpaints.com
ppgporterpaints.com
PPG ARCHITECTURAL COATINGS
Paint and Wall Coverings CONTRACT 020515-PPG PPG Architectural Coatings is an industry leading supplier of paint,coatings and paint related items to commercial,institutional,government and hospitality accounts,professional contractors,and home owners. Our products are available in your local market under the brand names of PPG Pittsburgh Paints and PPG Porter Paints through an extensive network of company owned stores and distributors. We offer a wide range of commercial,industrial and environmentally friendly products in thousands of colors.
Don Hasch
714-868-***
NJPA**[ta]**ples.com
www.staplesadvantage.com/njpa
STAPLES FACILITY SOLUTIONS
Janitorial Supplies and Related Custodial EquipmenT
CONTRACT 110415-SCC You may already know Staples as the world’s premier office supply company,but did you know that we also offer one of the leading cleaning and maintenance programs in the country? Staples® Facility Solutions offers a wide assortment of janitorial and cleaning supplies,break room products and emergency preparedness goods. And with more than 15 years of industry experience,the Staples Facility Solutions’ nationwide team consults with public sector and education customers to create a customized solution,helping with product selection,usage and training. It’s a complete program offering you a cleaner,healthier work environment at a cost that’s right for your organization.
Bruce Searight
980-228-***
bruce.searight**[ta]**mens.com
www.usa.siemens.com
SIEMENS BUILDING TECHNOLOGIES
HVAC CONTRACT 030817-SIE
We are the trusted technology partner for energy-efficient,safe and secure buildings and infrastructure. Siemens Building Technologies a member of the global Siemens Corporation is a leader in the Mechanical Services needed by government,education and nonprofit organizations. Siemens doesn’t just take a test-and -inspect approach,but offers outcome-based mechanical services for heating,ventilating and air conditioning (HVAC) systems,that can help you get a handle on the rising costs of owning and operating your facility. Siemens offers flexible services and solutions tailored to meet your specific facility requirements and budgets regardless of the manufacturer. Sharp Electronics SHARP Robert Hennessy
386-944-***
rhennessy**[ta]**mpsonpump.com
www.thompsonpump.com
THOMPSON PUMP Public Utility Sewage,Dewatering,Bypass Pumps CONTRACT 031014-TPM Thompson Pump manufactures multiple lines of high quality pumps ranging In size from 2 to 18 inches. With these different types of pumps,as well as a full complement of accessory hoses and piping,we can offer the proper pump and system for any application. Thompson Pump operates sales,rental and service centers throughout the
9001-2008 quality certified manufacturing facility.
Daniel Cunningham
813-269-***
dcunning**[ta]**com
Customer Service Rep
877-874-***
govrents**[ta]**com
www.ur.com