Aging government buildings poised for roof repairs
No question about it, local, state and federal governments are major consumers of roofing materials. The Energy Information Administration’s (EIA) latest “Commercial Buildings Energy Consumption Survey (CBECS): Building Characteristics Tables” estimate that there are 635,000 government-owned buildings in the United States. The EIA made its estimate using a national sample survey....
New Website speeds and simplifies furniture specifying
Public purchasers, building managers, architects and designers can now click on an online resource for current product and industry information specific to government facilities. It’s KI’s new microsite, KIgovernment.com....
Energy upgrade delivers savings to Illinois city
The city hall in Quincy, Ill., has been coping with ancient mechanical systems....
APWA launches computer-based testing for certifications
The American Public Works Association recently launched computer-based testing for Certified Public Fleet Professional and Certified Public Infrastructure Inspection exams....
Designing a green future in Hennepin County
Hennepin County, Minn., has been a leader in the development of sustainable building practices to assist planners and architects in the design and construction of facilities in a manner that minimizes adverse environmental impacts throughout the building life cycle, while maximizing functionality and economy....
Marketing pact aims to help building owners
Jessup, Md.-based Tate Access Floors, a producer of raised-access floor systems, has teamed up with Air Zone International in a joint marketing initiative. The agreement will offer designers of high-performance and sustainable buildings quiet, compact and energy-efficient supply air to underfloor service distribution systems, according to the two firms. ...
NIGP Chapter Directory
NIGP's network of 77 chapters provides a gathering place for education, conversation and problem solving at the local and regional levels....
Reaching new heights through classes, communication
The Mid-America Council of Public Purchasing Chapter (MACPP) made some decisions in 2007 that changed the way we approached our membership with classes, programs and information. ...
Mission statement lays foundation for success
The success of our chapter has been greatly due to following our mission statement: To promote ethical, efficient and cost-effective public purchasing...
Members' involvement makes the difference
The success of the Oregon Public Purchasing Association (OPPA) is attributed to its members. OPPA is celebrating its 40th anniversary in 2009. For nearly...
New UPPCC Certifications
The Universal Public Purchasing Certification Council (UPPCC) is an independent entity formed to govern and administer the Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB) and Certified Public Purchasing Officer (CPPO) certification programs....
GO PRO reader feedback - Dec 08
After a formal, competitive process, you awarded a contract for painting services to a local vendor that your entity has used for years. About six months...
Phoenix Sky Harbor implements recycling program in concourses
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport's employees, shops, restaurants and other business partners have been recycling for years, and now passengers can go green in Sky Harbor's concourses as well. ...
NIGP Code: a highly useful procurement tool
No question about it: The NIGP Commodity/Services Code (NIGP Code) has become THE national standard for product/service codes used in public purchasing...
Vendor training video, assessment tool highlight 2008 NIGP prize program
Accurately measuring vendor performance and reaching out to vendors via video were two of the winning concepts selected for NIGP's 2008 Innovations and...
Swivel casters offer three levels of lock protection
SingleTechCombi total-lock swivel casters are available in 12 single-wheel models. Available with fully enclosed, positive mechanical brake and locking...
Illumination system accommodates up to three accessories
RSA Combolight recessed multi-lamp illumination system available in one- to six-lamp linear configurations and four-lamp square configuration. Features...
Emergency system provides 90 minutes of battery-operated lighting
FirstLine 924 emergency lighting system offers uninterruptible power supply for 8- to 16-kW applications. Online, double conversion central inverter provides...
Bulk-fill soap dispenser holds enough soap for 1,900 hand washes
Lightn Foamy dispenser compatible with all of manufacturers hand, hair and body wash products. Bulk-fill soap dispenser reduces waste and cost. Features...
Workshop power strip offers 12 spaced outlets
Twelve-outlet power strip features 4-ft. metal housing with space between each outlet to allow for larger adapter-sized plugs. Outlet covers keep dust...
Glazed brick can contribute toward LEED certification
Glazed thin brick now available from manufacturer. Brick in 5/8-in. thickness available in a variety of colors. Can be used for full coverage or in combination...
Edge-of-dock levelers feature operating capacity up to 30,000 lbs.
MD Comfort-series levelers feature dual maintenance-free cylinders for deck and lip operation. Cylinders and motors pre-fitted to edge-of-deck assembly....
Lanyard holds badges and passes with 24-in. cord
Retract-A-Cat lanyard holds identification badges, credentials and keys. Retractable reel with a 24-in. nylon cord. Five-mm, 100% nylon cording features...
Task chair cradles both upper and lower back with support
BodyBilt High-Back Task Chair J2507 boasts pressure-reducing set contours plus 10 standard posture-control adjustments that allow users to select their...
Lighting fixtures suited for contemporary office designs
Mod-22xa is a group of small-scale, extruded aluminum fixtures that are less than 3 ins. in profile size. Units create a clean, minimalist look. Four...
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