Expansion of partnership to offer more value to members
October 3, 2018 (CAMBRIDGE, MA) – The Massachusetts Biotechnology Council (MassBio®) today announced that Middlesex Gases & Technologies will serve as the primary supplier of both packaged and bulk gases for the Purchasing Consortium, an expansion of the existing partnership. By aggregating the purchasing power of the 1,100+ member companies within MassBio, the Purchasing Consortium allows members to have a strong presence in the marketplace and benefit from competitive discounts and premier customer service, which saves members more than $50 million each year.
“Middlesex Gases & Technologies has proven their value to our members and the Purchasing Consortium as our go-to supplier of packaged gases, and we’re thrilled to expand this partnership to include bulk gases,” said Kendalle Burlin O'Connell, Vice President, Member Services & General Counsel, MassBio. “The Middlesex team shares in our commitment to helping MassBio members find new efficiencies and cut costs so they can focus on bringing new innovative therapies to patients.”
Since its inception in 1949, Middlesex Gases & Technologies has prided itself on delivering the highest quality and best value to customers. They are an industry leader in distributing a wide range of specialty, rare, and medical gases; as well as the most advanced related products, equipment, and safety accessories throughout New England. With the expanded partnership, Middlesex Gases & Technologies will offer MassBio members:
- Discount on the pricing of bulk related gases, storage tanks, and equipment
- Volume rebate incentives
- 24/7 delivery
- Preferred pricing on cryogenic related equipment and gases
"Bulk and microbulk gases are such a large part of what we do at Middlesex and we’re excited for the opportunity to expand this product offering and further benefits to MassBio members.” said Steve Powell, Business Development Manager for MassBio Member Accounts. “We look forward to continuing a successful partnership with MassBio as an exclusive provider of gases for members."
Contract highlights are available on MassBio’s website.