The Joint Purchase Project enables members to enjoy the benefits of bulk purchasing of services, materials, supplies, and equipment used in the generation, transmission and distribution of electricity.

The bidding process typically takes a couple of weeks to a couple of months to complete. Through the Joint Purchase Project, FMPA coordinates this process, which includes advertising, bid preparation, bid review and bid selection. Bids are only accepted from approved manufacturers. Vendors and potential bidders are encouraged to attend a quarterly Joint Purchase Project meeting to learn more.

Contracts are available at established rates
Service contracts are negotiated to ensure members receive competitive pricing with vendors. Contracts include:

• Continuous Emissions Monitoring System (CEMS) Testing

• PCB Disposal

• Thermal Infrared Imaging Services

• Rate Services

• Safety Consulting

• Temporary Housing & Emergency Response Services

Colectric Partners serves the public power industry, providing various development and operations services
FMPA is a member of Colectric Partners, a member-owned collaborative business serving America’s public power industry. Colectric provides services related to the development, project management, operations and maintenance of generation, transmission, distribution, gas and infrastructure facilities. FMPA members are eligible for special pricing offered through Colectric Partners.