In short, the program promotes professionalism and excellence in public procurement, preparing participants to make best value procurements for their jurisdictions. Under the Uniform Procurement Act, Bidding for Better Results, and Spotlight on School Procurement. The program has been developed in consultation with public purchasing officials, including members of the Massachusetts Public Purchasing Officials Association, the Massachusetts Association of School Business Officials, and the City Solicitors and Town Counsel Association. Auditors Contracting officers Department heads and staff Vendors have also attended seminars to develop a better understanding of the procurement process and improve their ability to compete and meet jurisdiction's needs.
All participants receive a certificate upon successful completion of each seminar.
Click here for details on the requirements for continuing education. The seminars have been designed to meet national and state standards for recognition. The current seminars provide a comprehensive overview of purchasing principles and legal requirements for public contracting, as well as hands-on workshops that apply contracting knowledge and skills to practical problems faced by procurement officials. The seminars prepare participants to obtain best value for their jurisdictions. Each three-day seminar concludes with a written examination.