Hear from American Ambulance Association CEO Maria Bianchi and state association leaders why it is essential for EMS agencies to take advantage of the Savvik Buying Group discounts available as part of their AAA memberships.
AAA members have free access to Savvik Buying Group savings!
Safety for your employees today is paramount. Finding the safety products you need, is what we do. With some trying to limit the number of gloves that you can purchase, Savvik has been able to find nitrile gloves for immediate shipment with no limits.
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Savvik has awarded several new contracts recently that can assist AAA members in purchasing the supplies they need for operations. With hundreds of core vendors, Savvik Buying Group serves over 12,000 agencies in the United States and has outstanding contracts with reputable vendors. Savvik is dedicated to improving the general well-being of the public safety industry as a whole while providing Savvik members with quality products and services at the industry’s best prices. Several of these vendors are Covid-related and have products in stock, ready to ship.
New products include:
Prevent Active-Defense Cleaner
Savvik Deals:
The Savvik Perks merchant network offers organizations a powerful way to make an impact with their customers and members. It combines the power of over 900 world-class brands with the relevance of local merchants from every community in America.
Savvik’s collection of over 700,000 in-store locations offers unparalleled value of 10-50% in savings at the places consumers shop every day, in categories like:
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This unique online event is the culmination of partnerships and working together for the good of all. On August 13 and 14, Savvik Buying Group along with its partners will be hosting a two-day virtual event that will provide EMS continuing education hours, a virtual trade show, networking opportunities, and prizes! The education will be presented in partnership with CareerCert, Savvik Group Buying partners will participate in the tradeshow, and association partners will invite EMS professionals to attend the event in order to support a revenue share back to their associations.
FREE CONTINUING EDUCATION 12 hours to help fulfill re-certification requirements for any state or for NR re-certification provided by CareerCert
EXPLORE OUR VIRTUAL EXHIBIT HALL to learn more about the latest products and services.
PRIZES! Visiting booths = more chances to win awesome prizes.
NETWORKING with attendees and vendors live through chat rooms and meet other EMS professionals from around the country.
HELP SUPPORT YOUR EMS ASSOCIATION participating associations gets a revenue share by you attending the event and visiting vendors.
Available through our partners at Savvik Buying Group!
$599.80 per Box of 20
Through Savvik’s partnership with Genlantis, we are able to offer this unique unit that could be vital to your members. This is not cheap to purchase, but if you look at the cost (and limited availability) of protection equipment this starts to make financial sense. The base cost of the Ozilla $4,799 plus packing and freight. The optional NEST unit runs $2,059. With the size and weight of the shipping unit (36x33x32) , we will need to quote the total delivered based on units and location. The quote link is below.
Lead time is 2-3 weeks.
http://go.savvik.com/Ozilla.html
Ozone is the most powerful oxidative agent that occurs naturally. With its extra free radical oxygen molecule, ozone is able to destroy germs, viruses, and microbes that may cause surface or air contaminations. Furthermore, ozone leaves no chemical residue typical of alternative detergent or synthetic cleaners, and if handled properly, by converting ozone back to oxygen molecules, it can be one of the most effective sterilizing tools. Ozone is a powerful and natural purifier, and now with the Ozilla® Ozone Sterilizer, Genlantis has made it safer and easier than ever to use ozone gas for multiple sterilization applications.
The Genlantis Ozilla® Sterilization System is a high quality, compact and purpose-built ozone gas generator measuring 13 x 11 x 5 inches. When used properly, it is able to eliminate airborne and surface contaminants and germs. The Ozilla sterilizer is easy and safe to use and has a novel -scrubbing- technology that removes all ozone gases at the end of each sterilization cycle, by converting ozone gas back to oxygen. As an added advantage, the Ozilla air sterilizer will leave your room or cabinet odor-free and smelling fresh, clean, and ready for your next usage.
Savvik vendor Henry Schein announced on March 26 the availability of an antibody rapid blood test, known as Standard Q COVID-19 IgM/IgG Rapid Test, intended to be administered at the point of care. The test delivers results within 15 minutes from a pinprick with no instrumentation required. The price is $660.00 for a box of 20 kits.
Health care professionals can use the results of the test, along with a patient’s medical history, symptoms, and results of other relevant testing, to make informed decisions about patient treatment and care. Henry Schein is working through multiple channels to distribute the tests in the U.S. as quickly as possible in response to the urgent need for rapid, accurate testing. Our initial focus will be supplying the tests to health care professionals. We anticipate having at least several hundred thousand tests available by March 30 and significantly increased availability beginning in April 2020.
Kits are not available through the Savvik general store. Instead, please click on the button below to request your kits.
The Savvik Foundation and the American Ambulance Association have launched a grant program available to Savvik member ambulance services that are preparing to comply with the Cost Data Collection program through the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Through Savvik Member purchases under contracts, the Savvik Foundation was able to fund grant dollars through the American Ambulance Association (AAA). Through this grant, services will be eligible to receive a one-year AAA Ambulance Cost Education Gold subscription, which includes access to experts on cost collection, access to AMBER software, and free registration to Webinars and Regional Workshops. To apply, complete the application form below.
The American Ambulance Association is proud to announce this year’s award winners. Awards will be presented at the AAA Annual Conference & Trade Show Membership Meeting on Tuesday, November 5, 2019. Please join us in congratulating this year’s winners!
Dr. John Becknell
The J. Walter Schaefer Award is given annually to an individual whose work in EMS has contributed positively to the advancement of the industry as a whole. Dr. John Becknell has achieved this honor for his lifelong commitment to improving the health and wellness of mobile healthcare professionals.
Dr. John Russell
The Robert L. Forbuss Lifetime Achievement Award is named in honor of the first Executive Director of the American Ambulance Association. It recognizes a volunteer leader who has made a significant long-term impact on the association. your decades of service, commitment, and dedication to the private ambulance industry, the AAA, and its members. Dr. John Russell has achieved this through his many years of service to the AAA as a volunteer leader.
These awards are bestowed by the President to volunteer leaders who have shown commitment to the advancement of the AAA, above and beyond the call of duty.
Wayne Jurecki
The American Ambulance Association is proud to honor Wayne Jurecki with the 2019 President’s Award. Wayne is being honored for his servant leadership and consummate professionalism, and commitment to the AAA.
Gibson McCullagh
The American Ambulance Association is proud to honor Gibson McCullagh with the 2019 President’s Award. Gibson is being honored for his service as a rising mobile healthcare leader who will help shape the future of our industry.
The American Ambulance Association (AAA) is proud to award Stryker with the 2019 Affiliate of the Year Award. Stryker has achieved this honor through their ongoing support of AAA’s educational programs and events.
The EMS Partnership of the Year Award is given to an organization or individual whose collaboration with the AAA enhances educational programs, legislative priorities, and/or member benefits. The Savvik Foundation has achieved this honor by developing a grant program for small providers to receive cost collection education.
Aidan V. Camas
AAA Manager of Federal & State Government Affairs Aidan V. Camas is receiving a 2019 Distinguished Service Award in recognition of his dedication and commitment to the AAA’s advocacy efforts.
Join us once again in congratulating the 2019 winners! Learn more about the Annual Conference & Trade Show.
With Savvik Buying Group’s Publicly Awarded Ambulance Bid, you can! As a AAA member you have access to Savvik’s bid, and can save the time and hassle of the bid process. It takes just two minutes to join Savvik’s bid and begin selecting the ambulance that best suites your needs through Savvik’s vendors.
Watch this YouTube video to learn more about how to get started with Savvik’s ambulance bid.
Savvik Buying Group announced their 12 Days of Christmas contest. They are giving away over $10,000 worth of prizes. Be sure that you and your team enter to win one of the prizes listed below!
Click here to enter and good luck.
Midwest EMS Expo | May 2–3, 2018 | La Crosse Center
La Crosse, WI– The American Ambulance Association (AAA), Minnesota Ambulance Association (MAA), and Professional Ambulance Association of Wisconsin (PAAW) today officially announced the launch of the Midwest EMS Expo conference and trade show. This event will take place annually in La Crosse, Wisconsin beginning in May 2018, and will feature content from national- and state-level ambulance experts.
“AAA is proud to partner with PAAW and MAA in the development of the Midwest EMS Expo. We look forward to bringing together the best in ambulance expertise to deliver a powerful educational experience for EMS leaders,” said American Ambulance Association President Mark Postma.
The program will open on Wednesday, May 2, with key updates from the American Ambulance Association’s renowned experts on EMS reimbursement and advocacy. Highlights include a federal legislative overview by AAA President Mark Postma, as well as strategies for maximizing revenue from reimbursement gurus Asbel Montes, Brian Werfel, Brian Choate, and Scott Moore.
Thursday, May 3rd’s programming was developed collaboratively by the Minnesota Ambulance Association and Professional Ambulance Association of Wisconsin. The day will begin with speaker Captain Ray Dupuis of the Watertown Police Department. In this riveting keynote, he will share what happened in first minutes after the explosions at the marathon finish line, then explain police and EMS action plans that day. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from a seasoned public servant who helped to lead his city in its darkest hour.
Additional conference topics include employee recruitment and retention, billing and compliance, executive leadership, community paramedicine, employment law, managing across generations, EMS resilience, and many more. For a complete conference agenda, visit www.midwestemsexpo.com/schedule.
According to PAAW President Dana Sechler, “The Midwest EMS Expo will offer a platform for the exchange of ideas and information among ambulance leaders of all levels. Given the constantly changing nature of EMS, it is critical to bring this educational and networking opportunity to our region.”
In addition to powerful educational content, the Midwest EMS Expo will offer attendees the opportunity to experience the best in products, services, and vehicles for EMS providers. Gold Sponsor Savvik Buying Group will be joined by Silver Sponsor Cindy Elbert Insurance Services, Bronze Sponsor eCore, and dozens more exhibitors on the show floor. For a complete list of current vendors, please visit www.midwestemsexpo.com/exhibitors.
Conference registration is now open, with member early-bird rates as low as $200 per attendee. Sponsorship, booths, and vehicle spaces are also available online at low introductory rates. To register for the Midwest EMS Expo or view the complete schedule of events, please visit www.midwestemsexpo.com.
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Founded in 1979, the AAA represents hundreds of ambulance services across the United States that participate in emergency and nonemergency care and medical transportation. The Association serves as a voice and clearinghouse for ambulance services, and views prehospital care not only as a public service, but also as an essential part of the total public health care system. www.ambulance.org
The Minnesota Ambulance Association represents Minnesota’s EMS providers by working with and monitoring legislation that impacts EMS, recruitment & retention, financial issues, education & leadership. We work closely with our peers in the hospitals, fire service, police, emergency managers, sheriffs & other associations. www.mnems.org
The Professional Ambulance Association of Wisconsin (PAAW) was founded in 2005 to represent the interests of ambulance services in the state of Wisconsin. In addition, PAAW works to create and promote opportunities for collaboration and networking between ambulance service executives, directors, and managers. PAAW serves as an EMS stakeholder group to promote excellence and quality in the ambulance industry in Wisconsin. www.paaw.us
The American Ambulance Association is proud to announce this year’s award winners. Awards will be presented at the AAA Annual Conference & Trade Show Membership Meeting on Tuesday, November 14, 2017. Please join us in congratulating this year’s winners!
Mark Meijer, Life EMS Ambulance
The J. Walter Schaeffer Award is given annually to an individual whose work in EMS has contributed positively to the advancement of the industry as a whole. Mark Meijer has achieved this through his many years of commitment and service to the ambulance industry.
Fred Della Valle, AMR Connecticut
The Robert L. Forbuss Lifetime Achievement Award is named in honor of the first Executive Director of the American Ambulance Association. It recognizes a volunteer leader who has made a significant long-term impact on the association. Fred Della Valle has achieved this through his decades of service, commitment, and dedication to the AAA and its members.
Dr. John Russell, Cape County Private Ambulance
Paul Main, American Ambulance of Visalia
These awards are bestowed by the President to volunteer leaders who have shown commitment to the advancement of the AAA above and beyond the call of duty. This year, the two outstanding volunteers represent tireless work on behalf of the AAA. Dr. Russell is recognized for his ongoing support of AAA’s programs and leadership on clinical and ambulance service standards. Paul Main has achieved this honor for his dedication and service to AAA’s Government Affairs efforts.
Jamie Pafford-Gresham, Pafford EMS
Shawn Baird, Woodburn Ambulance Service
The American Ambulance Association is proud to award Jamie Pafford-Gresham and Shawn Baird with the 2017 Distinguished Service Awards. Jamie Pafford-Gresham and Shawn Baird have achieved this distinction through their dedication, passion, and commitment in support of AAA’s Legislative Priorities.
REV
The American Ambulance Association (AAA) is proud to award REV with the 2017 Affiliate of the Year Award. REV has achieved this honor through their support of AAA’s programs and services including our 2017 Legislative Priorities.
James D. Green
National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
The EMS Partnership of the Year Award is given to an organization or individual whose collaboration with the AAA enhances educational programs, legislative priorities, and/or member benefits. James D. Green and NIOSH have achieved this honor through their commitment to ambulance vehicle and personnel safety standards.
Savvik Foundation
Savvik Foundation is honored with a special EMS Innovation Award for its commitment to supporting the future of emergency medical services through their grant program.
Use the Savvik Buying Group Discount included with your AAA membership to purchase ZOLL products and save big! Simply ask your ZOLL sales representative to apply the Savvik contract rates to your next purchase.
Ask your ZOLL rep to use the AAA’s Savvik Buying Group contract to receive these savings.
For more information or to contact your local sales manager or by visiting the ZOLL corporate website at http://www.zoll.com.
AAA members have free access to amazing bargains on everything from computers to PPE to ambulances through Savvik Buying Group. Check out the deal below, or contact Savvik’s friendly staff for assistance!
Not yet an AAA member? Join today to unlock access to Savvik deals, as well as all of membership’s other great HR, operations, and consulting benefits.
AAA members save 15% off MSRP on all products available from TKK. Additional discounts are available based on volume and/or opportunity. Please contact your TKK Electronics sales rep for more information—don’t forget to mention “Savvik”!
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Payment Terms: Net 30 days
Current Contract Ends: May 23, 2017
Competitive Bid Award Detail Sheet: Savvik Bid Award #2014-0001
Product/Service: Information Technology – Rugged Computers and Electronic Equipment
Service area: United States, Canada and International
Available to: All current Savvik and AAA members
AAA members have access to deep discounts on products ranging from staplers to medical supplies to ambulances through the Savvik Buying Group. Featured vendors include ZOLL, Henry Schein, Grainger, 5.11 Tactical, Safetech Solutions, and many more.
This week, ZOLL and Savvik are giving away 10 AEDs. No purchase necessary, just complete their brief survey for a chance to win!
You may have seen in the American Ambulance Association’s Digest newsletter that many ambulance services are facing a 400% price increase in the price of EpiPen epinephrine injections. AAA members are beating the surge through AAA’s partnership with the Savvik Buying Group (formerly the North Central EMS Cooperative). Members, save big on Epi-Pen and Epi-Pen Jr today!
AAA Members, need help establishing a Savvik account? Call 1-888-603-4426, or email office@savvik.org.
Not yet an AAA member? Join today to gain access to Savvik savings, plus many more benefits to keep your ambulance service running!
