CHAMPS Group Purchasing Expands Public Sector Presence With OMNIA Partners

CHAMPS Group Purchasing Teams Up with OMNIA Partners

CHAMPS Group Purchasing, based in Cleveland, Ohio, has announced a significant partnership with OMNIA Partners, marking a strategic expansion into the public sector. With over 25,000 member locations nationwide, CHAMPS aims to enhance its services tailored to government and educational agencies across several Midwest states. This collaboration positions CHAMPS as the exclusive channel partner for OMNIA in Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, Kentucky, and West Virginia.

Strengthening Public Procurement

Through this partnership, CHAMPS will leverage OMNIA Partners' extensive portfolio of cooperative purchasing agreements, a leading choice for public and private sectors alike. CHAMPS holds a more than 30-year affiliation with Premier, Inc., a major healthcare improvement company and GPO. Maria Summers, CHAMPS GPO Vice President, expressed enthusiasm about the partnership, mentioning, “Our account management model is truly our differentiator in the GPO market.” They intend to apply their expertise to create more savings opportunities for the members by simplifying their procurement processes.

Todd Abner, Founder and CEO of OMNIA Partners said, “This partnership is an exciting milestone as we expand our impact in the Midwest.” He emphasizes the significance of providing seamless and strategic procurement for both public and private entities. The organizations plan to leverage collective purchasing power to benefit their members further, allowing them to focus more on mission-critical areas.

Dedicated Public Sector Team

CHAMPS has responded to this new challenge by enhancing its infrastructure with a dedicated public sector team. Under the leadership of Justin Bernzweig, the team of six focuses on serving members from state and local government agencies to K-12 and higher education institutions. This team facilitates access to competitively negotiated, publicly awarded contracts that promise increased convenience and financial savings.

In recent years, CHAMPS has seen tremendous growth, doubling its member locations within a decade, providing over $1.4 billion in purchasing volume and achieving upwards of $50 million in annual savings for its members. Such achievements solidify their status as one of the top channel partners for both OMNIA Partners and Premier, enabling them to provide valuable services across various sectors ranging from healthcare to education.

Comprehensive Services and Support

CHAMPS’ approach includes a specialized team of account managers well-versed in several industries. By identifying the most beneficial purchasing agreements for their clients, these managers help organizations save both time and money. The organization prides itself on maintaining a robust portfolio that supports local businesses in addition to a diverse array of vendors.

“Partnering with OMNIA Partners is a step forward towards improving community well-being,” remarked Brian Lane, President and CEO of CHAMPS and its parent organization, The Center for Health Affairs. He stresses the importance of the cost savings created through GPO partnerships, as they allow organizations to reinvest in their communities more effectively.

Through this collaboration, CHAMPS and OMNIA Partners aim not only to enhance the purchasing capabilities of public sector organizations but also to support them in their overall missions to better serve their communities. This partnership represents a significant stride towards improving public procurement processes, ensuring both efficiency and compliance in the face of increasingly complicated purchasing landscapes. As they move forward, the focus remains on creating a strategic alliance that enhances purchasing power for mutual members.

About OMNIA Partners

OMNIA Partners is recognized as the leading cooperative purchasing organization for various sectors, offering extensive procurement solutions that address the unique needs of public and private entities across the nation.

About CHAMPS Group Purchasing

CHAMPS Group Purchasing specializes in providing access to significant savings in diverse product categories including medical supplies, office essentials, and more. They are committed to supporting member supply chain initiatives with expertise in contract management and compliance.