Maine PowerOptions is an energy-purchasing consortium that serves as an aggregator for Maine's local governmental and non-profit organizations. Our group-purchasing programs are designed to increase the buying power of eligible participant organizations for the purchase of fuel oil and electricity. The result is lower energy costs for Maine's non-profit healthcare organizations, higher education institutions, water, sewer, and school districts, municipalities, all other non-profit organizations, and the University of Maine System. Maine PowerOptions is a program co-sponsored by the Maine Health and Higher Educational Facilities Authority and the Maine Municipal Bond Bank.

The purpose of Maine PowerOptions is to bring together or "pool" local governmental and non-profit organizations, analyze their combined energy needs, and negotiate pricing with suppliers to achieve the best value for our member organizations. By joining the Maine PowerOptions aggregation your organization's buying power will be greatly enhanced with all future electricity and fuel oil purchases. The organization is currently comprised of over 750 member organizations throughout the state. On behalf of our members, we assume all administrative responsibilities associated with the energy bid and contract negotiation process with potential suppliers. Competitive pricing offers are then presented to members for consideration and voluntary participation.

Maine PowerOptions will benefit your organization by:

	Providing cost-saving energy and educational opportunities.
	Determining the needs of your organization and working with suppliers to meet those needs.
	Conducting periodic surveys to measure satisfaction with the program.
	Monitoring the quality of the supplier service and product.
	Continuously assessing the needs for new programs such as natural and energy management.