NEWS RELEASE

FireRescue GPO and Grainger Industrial

February 1, 2012

Grainger and FireRescue GPO Now Offer Greater Savings to Fire Departments

Grainger Industrial Supply, a leading distributor of safety and industrial gear and supplies, has teamed with FireRescue GPO to make more items and savings available to the fire service. They have created a specialized market basket built specifically for the fire and rescue industry, which will give fire departments access to over 3,000 items that are competitively priced.

You can access the complete list of products through FireRescue GPO, a group purchasing program that negotiates discount pricing on behalf of the fire service. FRGPO complies with local and federal procurement laws, and this Grainger contract has been publicly-awarded via a thorough RFP process.

This partnership with Grainger enables your department to receive discounted rates on a vast array of products, including safety gear, hazmat, medical supplies, tools, lighting, janitorial and filters. Grainger stocks items from top manufacturers and brands such as FireDex, Pelican, Bullard and Streamlight. Freight is prepaid FOB, and next day delivery is guaranteed in many markets.

Besides the 3,000 products offered in this new market basket, FRGPO members are guaranteed at least a 10% discount on all other items Grainger offers.

Get Set Up for Grainger Savings
These savings are available through FireRescue GPO. If you’re not already a member, visit FireRescue-GPO.com to join. Membership is entirely free, and there is no obligation to purchase.

Once you’re registered as an FRGPO member, your department can take advantage of Grainger’s offerings and services by filling out the Contract Participation Form online.

Customized Lists and Employee Stipend Accounts
Grainger and FRGPO have also developed other tools that can benefit your department. You will be able to create a customized Hot List of up to 100 products that can be purchased at an even greater discount.

Individual firefighter can access savings, too. The Employee Stipend Account allows firefighters to receive the GPO pricing when purchasing items with their uniform stipend, including any necessary equipment and tactical gear.

To use these accounts, the firefighter will first view and print the Employee Stipend Flyer.  The stipend accounts may then be accessed by registering online, using the Grainger account number on the Employee Stipend Flyer. They can also order by visiting or calling a Grainger branch with the account number and flyer.

Large Equipment Orders
To ensure you receive all the benefits and best pricing, always purchase through a Grainger sales representative when placing large orders. If you need a Grainger sales representative to contact you, please call 877.329.8847 or email customerservice@firerescue-gpo.com.

For more details about FireRescue GPO, contact us or visit the FRGPO website.

FireRescue GPO Contact Information:

www.FireRescue-GPO.com

877.329.8847
customerservice@firerescue-gpo.com

Link URL Addresses:

Contract Participation Form

http://www.grainger.com/Grainger/static/fos_npp_requestform.html

Employee Stipend Flyer

http://www.mynpp.com/promotions.xhtml?id=59

BACKGROUND INFORMATION

About FireRescue GPO

FireRescue GPO is the sole purchasing organization for the nation’s fire industry. Founded in 2001 by the Western Fire Chiefs Association, FireRescue GPO now counts over 3,500 fire departments throughout the nation. It is partnered with the International Association of Fire Chiefs and its divisions, and a portion of the revenue is shared with the fire service.

FireRescue GPO negotiates discount pricing on behalf of the fire service. Fire departments receive discounted rates on essential products and services from prominent industry companies, including Sprint, MES, Zoll, Grainger, Airgas, John Deere, and more.

FireRescue GPO membership is free, and there is no obligation. Members have access to competitively-bid, publicly-awarded contracts on items such as SCBA and turnout gear, safety and industrial supplies, defibrillators, and furnishings.

FireRescue GPO not only helps you save money, but also time in the purchasing process. Contracts have already gone out to bid, and they are available to all fire departments; there is no need for you to create an RFP. These contracts comply with national and local procurement requirements.

Registering to become a member is easy. Visit FireRescue-GPO.com to join. If you would like more information or have questions, contact FRGPO at customerservice@firerescue-gpo.com or call 877.329.8847.