BUTLER BUILDING GOVERNMENT SOURCEWELL, AIA,ENGINEERING
Serving Government Agencies from Local to Federal
Metal building systems are the preferred solution for government agencies at every level. Butler® building systems accommodate large interior spaces, high ceilings, and every type of vehicular access door, from coiling overhead doors to high-lift dock doors and sectional garage doors, giving your facility the clearance needed for fire trucks, fleet vehicles, and heavy equipment. With an endless variety of exterior facades, brick finishes, metal roof colors, and glass integration, Butler® buildings deliver high ROI while serving your community with both function and pride for decades to come.
Cooperative Purchasing Through Sourcewell

Butler Manufacturing is a member of Sourcewell, a service cooperative established by Minnesota state law to provide cooperative purchasing programs to government, education, and non-profit agencies. As a Sourcewell member agency, you can contract directly through cooperative purchasing contracts and bypass public bidding requirements, saving time and reducing project costs without sacrificing quality or compliance.
Sourcewell is authorized under Minn. Stat. § 123A.21 and governed by an elected board of local officials including county commissioners, city council members, mayors, and school board members. Member agencies include all eligible government, education, and non-profit organizations nationwide and in Canada.
Benefits of purchasing through Sourcewell include increased value and control in the procurement process, single-source solutions through local contractors, shorter project timelines with fewer change orders, and access to best-in-class builders.
WHO CAN USE SOURCEWELL:
- K-12 Schools and Charter Schools
- Higher Education and Universities
- Cities, Counties, Villages, Townships, and Water Districts
- Native American Tribes
- Hospitals, Nursing Homes, and Housing Authorities
AIA Collaboration
Metal Building Sales works directly with licensed architects registered with the American Institute of Architects (AIA) to support government building projects from concept through construction documents. Whether your project requires design review, specification writing, stamped drawings, or coordination with a general contractor, our team collaborates closely with your architect of record to ensure your building meets all code requirements and project expectations.
AIA-registered architects can specify Butler® building systems with confidence, knowing the product line is backed by decades of engineering data, tested performance specifications, and factory-produced components that simplify the construction process. We provide detailed product data, shop drawings, and technical support to help architects deliver compliant, cost-effective government facilities on schedule.

Engineering for Government Jobs

Every government building project comes with unique structural, code, and site requirements. Metal Building Sales provides full engineering support for government projects of all sizes, from stamped structural drawings and foundation specifications to custom load calculations for snow, wind, and seismic zones. Our licensed engineers work within the parameters of your jurisdiction to deliver compliant designs that are ready for permit submittal.
Butler® pre-engineered building systems are precision-manufactured to the specifications your project demands, reducing field errors, accelerating construction timelines, and lowering total project costs. From pre-construction planning through turn-key delivery, our engineering team is ready to support your agency from start to finish.
Services include:
- Structural engineering and stamped drawings
- Foundation design and specifications
- Custom load calculations for all climate zones
- Permit-ready construction documents
- Pre-construction planning and value engineering
- Turn-key build coordination
Government Building Types

Local Government

State Government


