U.S. Communities

OMNIA Partners: Public Sector, formerly known as U.S.

Communities, is a national government purchasing cooperative that helps public agencies save on goods and services. Established in 1996, it aggregates the purchasing power of over 90,000 public entities, including local and state governments, school districts, higher education institutions, and nonprofit organizations. The cooperative offers a no-fee cooperative purchasing program, allowing members to access competitively solicited contracts with national suppliers at the lowest possible prices. The organization provides a wide range of contracts covering various categories, including information technology solutions and disaster recovery services. With more than 55,000 registered agencies, OMNIA Partners facilitates the procurement of over $2.7 billion in products and services annually. The cooperative is recognized for its accreditation as the first NIGP Accredited Cooperative and is supported by major national associations, ensuring a strong network for its members. Its headquarters are located in Gaithersburg, Maryland, with an additional office in Walnut Creek, California.