Competitively awarded cooperative purchasing contract helps government and education organizations simplify procurement and modernize benefits administration.

HOUSTON, Nov. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Empyrean, a leading provider of benefits administration technology and services, announced it has been awarded a new cooperative purchasing agreement through OMNIA Partners, making its benefits administration technology and services more accessible to public sector organizations nationwide.

Through the competitively solicited contract, eligible government agencies, educational institutions, and other public sector organizations can more easily access Empyrean’s configurable benefits administration platform and expert services, helping reduce procurement complexity and accelerate benefits modernization.

Public sector benefits leaders face distinct challenges, from managing diverse employee populations and intricate eligibility requirements to navigating evolving regulations and increasing pressure on administrative resources. Empyrean helps public sector organizations manage that complexity through reliable benefits administration, intelligent technology, and dedicated experts who understand each organization’s unique requirements. Together, they help keep benefits accurate, administration manageable, and employees supported at every stage of their benefits journey.

“Public sector benefits teams are responsible for getting some of the most important details in their employees’ lives right, often while navigating complex requirements and limited resources,” said Jim Priebe, Chief Strategy Officer at Empyrean. “Through OMNIA Partners, we’re making it easier for these organizations to access the technology and hands-on expertise they need to administer benefits confidently, and deliver a better experience for the people they serve.”

Benefits Administration Built for Public Sector Needs

Empyrean’s configurable benefits administration platform, paired with experienced implementation and service teams, supports the unique needs of public sector organizations, including diverse workforces, union and non-union populations, complex eligibility structures, and organization-specific business rules.

Together, Empyrean’s technology and services help organizations:

• Administer benefits with confidence: Manage enrollment, eligibility, life events, and benefits data accurately through reliable technology and expert support.
• Reduce administrative burden: Streamline manual processes, manage integrations, and navigate evolving compliance requirements with intelligent technology and specialized expertise.
• Deliver personalized benefits experiences: Help employees understand, choose, and use their benefits through personalized guidance, targeted communications, and intuitive digital experiences.
• Count on accountable service: Work with dedicated experts who provide consistent support, proactive problem-solving, and clear accountability from implementation through ongoing administration.

Empyrean brings over two decades of benefits administration experience to organizations with sophisticated benefits requirements. That expertise, combined with a commitment to accountable service and lasting client partnerships, is reflected in its 98% client retention rate.

Expanding Access Through Cooperative Purchasing

OMNIA Partners is a leading public sector cooperative purchasing organization that connects agencies with competitively solicited contracts and trusted suppliers. Through this agreement, eligible organizations can access Empyrean’s solutions using an established cooperative purchasing vehicle, helping streamline the purchasing process while supporting their procurement objectives.

“Benefits administration touches every employee, and the teams responsible for it deserve partners who make their work easier, not harder,” said Doug Looney, Senior Vice President for Partner Development at OMNIA Partners. “Empyrean brings deep expertise and technology built for the realities of public sector organizations. Through this competitively solicited contract, our members get a trusted way to put that support to work without starting a new bid process, so they can spend less time on paperwork and more time serving their people. We’re proud to welcome Empyrean to the OMNIA Partners supplier community.”

The contract, Solutions for Public Sector Business Processes, Operations, and Finance, was awarded through Region 14 Education Service Center.

Contract Number: 160980
Contract Term: June 24, 2026 – June 23, 2029

To learn more about Empyrean’s solutions available through OMNIA Partners, visit Empyrean’s OMNIA Partners page.

About Empyrean
Founded in 2006, Empyrean is a benefits administration and HR technology partner helping organizations deliver benefits experiences people can trust and leaders can rely on. By bringing together reliable administration, personalized benefits experiences, intelligent technology, and accountable service, Empyrean helps make benefits easier to manage, understand, access, and use. Learn more at GoEmpyrean.com.

About OMNIA Partners
OMNIA Partners is a leading cooperative purchasing organization serving public sector organizations nationwide. Through competitively solicited contracts and relationships with trusted suppliers, OMNIA Partners helps participating agencies simplify procurement and access solutions that support their operational needs. Learn more at OMNIAPartners.com.

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