Convergint Technologies
Schaumburg, IL:
Save Money & Time With Convergint's OMNIA Partners Contract
Convergint Technologies partners with OMNIA Partners (formerly National IPA) to help customers save time and money on security, fire and life safety, and communications. Convergint has access to a community of government and educational agencies through the OMNIA Partners #R170502 and #R170601 purchasing contract, following a national a competitive solicitation process in May 0f
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