Course

On Demand: Sourcing and Contracting Methods

Name: On Demand: Sourcing and Contracting Methods
Author: NIGP

Instructor: Online Learning
Online Learning
Phone: 800-367-6447 — Fax: 703-736-9644
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Level: Foundation
Format: On Demand
Contact Hours: 4
CEUs: 0.4

Focus Areas:

Sourcing and Solicitation
Sourcing and Contracting Methods

Sourcing and contracting methods are the heart of the procurement function, empowering public procurement professionals with the information they need to perform their essential job functions. The ability to not just identify the appropriate source selection method but also to recognize the advantages and disadvantages of each is critical for the success of the procurement professional.

The purpose of this course is to provide learners with a foundational understanding of the sourcing and contracting methods available to public procurement professionals. During this interactive course, learners begin to use problem-solving and critical thinking skills to navigate through this learning experience that includes reading, video, scenarios, and activities.

Pricing:

On Demand: Sourcing and Contracting Methods (Member) $115.00
On Demand: Sourcing and Contracting Methods (Non-Member) $165.00

Objectives

NIGP’s Sourcing and Contracting Methods course creates a dedicated learning experience where students leave with the ability to:

Identify the appropriate source selection method and describe the components required to successfully meet the needs of the end user.
Identify advantages and disadvantages of contracting for commodities.

Intended Audience

This offering is targeted to individuals who meet or exceed the following professional demographics: 

Entry-level public procurement and central warehouse professionals who serve as assistants, coordinators, buyers, or equivalent functions within their respective entities.

Non-procurement managers and supervisors who are responsible for either the procurement function or staff who provide procurement functions under delegated authority.  
Professionals who are employed by governing entities and special authorities (such as K-12 and higher education, publicly-owned utilities, transportation providers, and other publicly-funded or created organizations) that either serve within or manage the procurement function. 
Suppliers or representatives of suppliers seeking to understand the public procurement function from a holistic level, including the policies, standards, and procedures by which public entities must function.

Completion Requirements

Complete all On-Demand content
Complete the final assessment examination with a score of 85% or higher

Competency Alignment

Get a Core Certificate: Foundations of Sourcing and Contracting by adding these competency modules:

Specification Development
Evaluation Methods
Negotiations Strategies

Miscellaneous

Payment Information

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Register online and upload a Purchase Order
Register by fax and download the print & fax form

*FORM OF PAYMENT MUST ACCOMPANY REGISTRATION FORM FOR ORDER TO BE PROCESSED

Methods of Payment Accepted: Check (make checks payable to NIGP), Purchase Orders (via print and fax form or online), and Credit Cards (Master Card, Visa, and American Express).

If paying by check, please make check payable to NIGP and send payment to:
NIGP, Attn: Seminar Registration
440 Monticello Avenue Suite 1802
PMB 63452
Norfolk, VA 23510

Cancellation Policy

There are no refunds, all sales are final.

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