Cross-Trade Associations for Subcontractors
Trade Associations •
National Institute of Building Sciences (NIBS)
National Institute of Building Sciences (NIBS)
The National Institute of Building Sciences is an independent non-profit organization that supports advances in building science and technology. Its members include individuals, public and private sector organizations, non-profits, and local, state, and federal government officials who want to solve critical issues facing the industry.

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- Connection with a community of thinkers, innovators, educators, and creators across all sectors of the built environment
- Volunteer opportunities with councils focused on specific building process issues
- Events to collaborate, network, and earn continuing education units
- Access to the largest collection of educational resources on building-related guidance, criteria, and technology
- Exclusive savings on Dell technology products
Cross-Trade Associations for Subcontractors
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Other trade associations
Flooring Contractors Association (FCICA)
The Flooring Contractors Association is a go-to source that provides education and business support for contractors, manufacturers, and distributors in the commercial flooring industry. Its mission is to help make commercial flooring contractors successful.
National Glass Association (NGA)
The National Glass Association is the largest trade association serving the glass industry. Its member community represents 1,800+ contract glaziers, full-service glass companies, fabricators, manufacturers, and suppliers. NGA champions the benefits of glazing and glass building products and is a reliable industry resource for its members.
Independent Electrical Contractors (IEC)
The Independent Electrical Contractors (IEC) is a nationwide trade association for electrical and systems contractors. 3,000 members make up 54 chapters across the country. It’s dedicated to driving free enterprise growth that benefits merit shop trade contractors.