MOBIO remains committed to helping Missouri biotechnology companies enjoy a favorable business climate.

MOBIO has recommitted itself to the success of its members purchasing program by strengthening its agreement with the Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO) to allow all MOBIO members, irregardless of company size, to benefit from that organization's national group purchasing program.

MOBIO's program is designed to help emerging biotechnology companies afford essential products and services with substantial member discounts and other special benefits. Products and services in the program include laboratory, business and technology equipment, employee investment and insurance options, and news distribution services

MOBIO has chosen VWR International as its prime vendor for laboratory supplies:

VWR International - is a global leader in the distribution of scientific supplies, with worldwide sales of $2.8 billion. The company offers more than 750,000 products, from more than 5,000 manufacturers, to over 250,000 customers throughout North America and Europe. The company's mission is to deliver excellence in the distribution of scientific supplies. VWR International is headquartered in West Chester, Pennsylvania. With more than 10 sales representatives dedicated to the marketplace in Missouri, VWR promises to be a solid ambassador and partner to the membership of MOBIO. VWR's vision is to be the most successful distributor for people engaged in science. The following will illustrate some of the advantages to our agreement withVWR.

Agreement Benefit Highlights

• Pricing based on a total annual spend of over $50 million from 500
  companies nationally
• Hot list of over 500 items, with industry best pricing and savings of
  up to 75% from list
• Hot list flexibility- pricing for your local high volume items can be
  added
• Special Cost Plus pricing on general branded equipment items with
  list price of over $1,100
• E-commerce rebate if most of your orders are placed online (60% min)
• Dedicated BIO Customer Service Team at
  1-800-897-7054
• No minimum order required
• Next-day delivery and NO shipping charges from our Chicago IL RDC
• Detailed reporting of quarterly usage and performance
  Special pricing agreements with major manufacturers: BD Biosciences,
  Nalge Nunc Bio Products, Mallinckrodt Baker, Mediatech, Hyclone, Revco,
  Cardinal Healthcare and Microflex

For more information or to enroll
Call your local VWR Sales Representative, BIO, MOBIO or the VWR BIO HOTLINE at 800-897-7054.