Simplify Your Municipality’s Backup Power Project

Municipalities rely on backup power to keep essential services — like Water Resources, Sanitary Services, Police and Fire, EMS, and Public Works — operational during outages. However, the traditional Request For Proposal (RFP) process for standby generators can be rather complex, requiring significant time and resources. Thankfully, the connection between Sourcewell and Tower Generator offers an innovative solution that simplifies the procurement and installation of standby generators. This streamlined process helps municipalities avoid the lengthy RFP process, while ensuring rapid access to high-quality standby power systems from industry leaders like Cummins and Kohler. In this article, we’ll dive into the advantages of using Sourcewell with Tower Generator for your standby power needs, with a focus on saving time, reducing hassle, and securing reliable backup power.

What Is Sourcewell and How Does It Benefit Municipalities?

Sourcewell is a cooperative purchasing organization that serves government agencies, educational institutions, and nonprofits. By pooling the purchasing power of over 50,000 members, Sourcewell enables these organizations to secure products and services through pre-negotiated contracts. These contracts have already been vetted through a competitive RFP process, which means that municipalities, school districts, and non-profits can bypass the lengthy RFP stage, saving time and administrative effort.

Using Sourcewell’s cooperative purchasing network, municipalities can confidently access contracts that meet all compliance requirements while focusing on selecting a provider and solution that meets their unique needs. For standby generators, Sourcewell’s contracts with trusted brands like Cummins and Kohler offer municipalities access to premium backup power solutions with a fast, straightforward purchasing experience.

Why Choose Tower Generator for Standby Generator Procurement?

Tower Generator, a trusted name in Connecticut for over 25 years, has been providing reliable standby and emergency power solutions to municipal, commercial, and industrial clients. Their connection with Sourcewell makes it even easier for government agencies and educational institutions to access top-tier backup power equipment and expert installation services.

With a deep understanding of municipal power needs, Tower Generator offers a comprehensive approach that extends beyond generator sales. Their engineering and design consulting services ensure efficient and cost-effective power solutions. Key offerings include:

• Expert Consultation and On-Site Assessments: Their experienced team conducts in-depth site assessments to identify the most suitable backup power solution. Utilizing Tower Generator’s extensive experience, they can provide a turnkey solution quickly, saving Engineering time and significant expense.
• Turnkey Installation: By controlling the complete installation in-house, Tower Generator turns around municipal projects quickly and efficiently, ensuring a premium outcome.
• Ongoing Maintenance and Support: Tower Generator’s commitment to customer satisfaction extends beyond installation with comprehensive maintenance and support services, keeping essential systems primed for any power outage.

Tower Generator’s extensive inventory of Cummins and Kohler generators and ASCO power transfer switches, available through Sourcewell, minimize backorder delays and lengthy wait times. This strategic approach enables quicker turnaround, delivery, and complete installation, reducing project timelines and costs.

Key Benefits of Using Sourcewell and Tower Generator for Standby Power Solutions

1. Streamlined Procurement Process

One of the primary advantages of working with Tower Generator through Sourcewell is the streamlined procurement process. Typically, municipalities and educational institutions must issue an RFP, a process that can take months. However, Sourcewell’s cooperative purchasing agreements eliminate this requirement, allowing organizations to access pre-approved contracts immediately. This reduces administrative burden, shortens the purchasing timeline, and allows organizations to focus on implementation rather than paperwork.

2. Access to Industry-Leading Brands

Tower Generator offers only the best in standby power solutions by providing access to Cummins, Kohler, and more top-of-the-line generators, as well as ASCO paralleling switchgears. Known for their reliability and durability, these brands are widely respected in the power generation marketplace and are well-suited for the demands of government, education, and non-profit facilities. With these industry-leading brands, municipalities can be confident they’re investing in a high-quality emergency power solution that will stand the test of time.

3. Competitive Pricing

Sourcewell’s cooperative purchasing agreements enable municipalities and nonprofits to leverage national volume discounts, which translates to cost savings on critical equipment like standby generators. By participating in Sourcewell, Tower Generator offers competitive pricing on backup power systems, giving organizations access to high-quality equipment at an affordable price.

4. Faster Sales and Installation Process

With one of the largest standby generator inventories in the region, Tower Generator can deliver quicker turnaround than many other providers, meaning shorter lead times and reduced downtime. And with Tower Generator’s in-house installation, we can provide a quality installation quicker right to completion.

5. Comprehensive, Local Expertise

Tower Generator has nearly 30 years of experience serving Connecticut communities, providing expertise that’s especially valuable for municipal organizations, government agencies, and educational facilities. Their team understands the specific challenges municipalities face and has a track record of successful installations for similar clients. From initial consultation to ongoing support, Tower Generator’s comprehensive approach ensures municipalities receive not just a product but a fully managed solution tailored to their needs.

Who Benefits from Sourcewell and Tower Generator’s Cooperative Purchasing Option?

A wide range of organizations, particularly municipalities, and their departments, can streamline standby generator procurement and reduce costs by partnering with Sourcewell and Tower Generator. This cooperative purchasing option is designed to support the critical services these organizations provide.

Municipal Departments

Municipalities and their departments, such as Water Resources, Sanitary Services, Police & Fire Services, EMS, and Public Works, are essential to community well-being. These departments rely on reliable backup power from Sourcewell and Tower Generator to:

• Maintain Critical Infrastructure: Ensure continuous operation of water treatment plants, sewage treatment facilities, and other essential infrastructure.
• Protect Public Health and Safety: Power emergency response systems, hospitals, and public health facilities.
• Provide Essential Services: Maintain essential services like street lighting, traffic signals, and public transportation.

Government Agencies

Government agencies, from town halls to emergency response centers, depend on backup power for various services. Partnering with Sourcewell and Tower Generator enables these agencies to:

• Facilitate Government Operations: Ensure the continuity of government services, including permitting, licensing, and record-keeping.
• Support Emergency Response: Power emergency communication systems, command centers, and emergency vehicles.
• Protect Public Safety: Safeguard public safety by powering police and fire stations, as well as critical infrastructure.

Educational Institutions

Schools, universities, and other educational institutions depend on reliable power to maintain safe and productive learning environments. By partnering with Sourcewell and Tower Generator, educational institutions can:

• Enhance Student Safety: Ensure uninterrupted operations during power outages.
• Optimize Facility Operations: Maintain HVAC, lighting, and other essential systems.
• Streamline Procurement: Simplify the purchasing process and reduce administrative burdens.

Non-Profit Organizations

Non-profit organizations play a vital role in communities, providing essential services like healthcare, food assistance, and shelter. Reliable backup power is crucial to their operations. Sourcewell and Tower Generator help non-profits:

• Protect Critical Services: Ensure continuity of operations during power outages.
• Optimize Resource Allocation: Focus on core missions, rather than complex procurement processes.
• Strengthen Community Resilience: Support community recovery efforts by maintaining essential services.

By leveraging the resources of Sourcewell and the expertise of Tower Generator, these entities can secure reliable backup power solutions that meet their specific needs and contribute to the overall well-being of their communities.

Key Considerations for Choosing a Standby Generator Solution

When selecting a standby generator for your municipal infrastructure, government agency, educational institution, or non-profit facility, several critical factors must be considered to ensure optimal performance and reliability:

Power Requirements and Fuel Type

• Load Analysis: Accurately assess your facility’s power needs.
• Fuel Type: Choose between diesel, natural gas, propane, or dual fuel options, considering factors like reliability, cost, and environmental impact.

Installation and Maintenance

• Site Selection: Ensure easy access for maintenance and ventilation.
• Noise Reduction: Implement noise abatement measures.
• Security: Protect your investment with security measures.
• Regular Maintenance: Schedule regular maintenance checks.
• Emergency Support: Have a reliable service provider on call.
• Fuel Storage: Proper storage and handling are crucial.
• Environmental Compliance: Adhere to local regulations.

Additional Factors

• Generator Size and Capacity: Select a generator that can handle peak demand.
• Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS): Ensure seamless power transfer.
• Generator Enclosure: Protect your generator from the elements.
• User-Friendly Controls: Simplify operation and monitoring.
• Code Compliance: Adhere to local building codes and regulations.

By carefully considering these factors, Tower Generator can help your organization select and install the right standby generator solution to ensure uninterrupted operations.

Start Simplifying Your Municipality’s Standby Power Project Today

For municipal departments, government agencies, educational institutions, and nonprofit organizations, having a reliable standby power solution is critical to maintaining operations and serving communities. With Tower Generator’s partnership with Sourcewell, you can streamline the procurement process, gain access to top-of-the-line generators, and enjoy expert installation and support—all while bypassing the complexities of a traditional RFP.

Trust Tower Generator For Your Municipal Backup Power Solution

For almost 30 years, Tower Generator has been the go-to standby power specialist for municipalities, schools, and nonprofits across Connecticut, western Massachusetts, and eastern New York. We manage every step – initial consultations, seamless installations, and ongoing maintenance – ensuring your backup power systems are reliable and ready.

As authorized dealers of Kohler, Cummins, and more industry-leading standby and emergency generators, we maintain one of the largest inventories in the region. This means faster procurement, minimal downtime, and prompt replacements for critical facilities. With comprehensive maintenance plans and 24/7 emergency service, Tower Generator is equipped to keep your facility running smoothly.

Contact Tower Generator today for dependable standby power solutions for your municipality. Talk to Chris Atiyeh at 860.693.8554 or [email protected] to learn how Tower Generator and Sourcewell can help you simplify your procurement process and deliver reliable standby power.