Understanding Cooperative Contract Purchasing

Cooperative contracts are agreements that have been competitively solicited by a lead public agency. These contracts can be “piggybacked” by other government entities, enabling them to benefit in 4 ways:

1. Cost Savings: Access to pre-negotiated pricing established through a rigorous solicitation process.
2. Compliance: Align with state and federal procurement regulations.
3. Simplified Procurement: Reduce the complexity and duration of purchasing cycles, eliminating the need for a lengthy bid process.
4. Quality Assurance: Confidence in acquiring high-quality, vetted products.​

ARI-HETRA’s Commitment to Cooperative Purchasing

ARI-HETRA, a leader in heavy-duty vehicle maintenance equipment, recognizes the value of cooperative contracts in facilitating efficient procurement for government agencies. By participating in multiple cooperative purchasing programs, ARI-HETRA offers agencies the flexibility to select the contract that best suits their needs. Oftentimes, being able to use a cooperative contract requires a simple (and free) agency member sign-up at their website.

Key cooperative contracts available through ARI-HETRA:​

• Sourcewell: Contract #121223-ARP
  State piggybacks:
  New Jersey Contract #25-FLEET-108991
  New York Contract #PC70725
• NASPO ValuePoint: Master Agreement #CW7252
  State piggybacks:
  Arizona Contract #CTR067624
  California Contract #7-23-99-48-03
  Louisiana Contract #4400027445
  New Mexico Contract #30-00000-22-00026AD
  North Carolina Contract #2410A
  Oregon Contract #21388
  Rhode Island Contract #3833410
  Virginia Contract #CTR014993 
• OMNIA Partners: Contract #05-57
• BuyBoard: Contract #715-23
• HGACBuy: Contract #FL10-24A
• Florida Sheriff’s Association: Contract #FSA23-VEH21.0
• California CMAS: Contract #4-13-56-0053A
• Virginia Sheriffs Association: Contract #24-05-0713
  
• Pennsylvania COSTARS: Contract #008-E25-1495
  

These contracts cover a wide range of ARI-HETRA’s product offerings, including mobile column lifts, drive-on scissor lifts, exhaust extraction systems, tire balancers, and more.

With over 90,000 agencies nationwide eligible to utilize these contracts, the reach and impact of cooperative purchasing are substantial.

2 Simple Steps to Get Started:

1. Contact ARI-Hetra at 800-562-3250 to be connected to a Regional Sales Manager in your area, who can provide you a quote under a cooperative agreement.
2. For compliance questions, reach out to Contracts Specialist, Tekla Goodwin, at [email protected] or mobile 513-484-1066.

By embracing cooperative contract purchasing, government agencies can achieve greater efficiency, cost savings, and operational excellence in their procurement processes. 

ARI-HETRA stands ready to support these efforts with a comprehensive range
of high-quality maintenance equipment and services.