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The Central Ohio Organization of Public Purchasers (CO-OPP)

The Central Ohio Organization of Public Purchasers (CO-OPP) is a not-for-profit organization comprised of purchasing professionals from public entities such as townships, cities, counties, state, federal, schools and higher education involved in procurement and materials management.

CO-OPP, a chapter of NIGP The Institute for Public Procurement (NIGP) since 1994, is dedicated to providing continued professional development and certification opportunities to its members while maximizing value to their entities; committed to saving money through cooperative purchasing; fostering interchange of knowledge and experience; and promoting high ethical standards.

CO-OPP's Mission

Promote professionalism in public procurement by providing a forum for shared resources and education for members.

CO-OPP's Vision

To lead and promote excellence in public procurement.

OUR ACHIEVEMENTS

CO-OPP has achieved:

  • NIGP's 2023 Performance Standard Silver Seal
  • NIGP's 2022 Performance Standard Silver Seal
  • NIGP's 2021 Performance Standard Silver Seal
  • NIGP's 2020 Performance Standard Silver Seal
  • NIGP's 2006 Mid-Size Chapter of the Year Runner-up
  • NIGP's 2005 Mid-Size Chapter of the Year Runner-up
  • NIGP's 2004 Mid-size Chapter of the Year
  • NIGP's 2002 Mid-size Chapter of the Year Runner-up
  • Hosted the "2001: Odyssey to the Heartland" NIGP Annual Forum

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