Course

Competency Module: Sourcing and Contracting Methods

Name: Competency Module: Sourcing and Contracting Methods
Author: NIGP

Date: 09/18/2024
Start Time: 8:00 AM Eastern Time
End Time: 5:00 PM Eastern Time
Location: Procurement Conference Room, 11th Floor , 7 E Redwood St Fl 11, Baltimore, MD, 21202-1120
Hosted By: Maryland Public Purchasing Association, Inc. Chapter of NIGP
Instructor: Mrs. Mallela Ralliford, CPPO, MA, CPPB, MBA, MS
Director, Division of Procurement
Mrs. Mallela Ralliford, CPPO, MA, CPPB, MBA, MS
mralliford@mdot.maryland.gov — Phone: 410-768-7252
Mallela Ralliford has 19 years of public procurement experience, purchasing commodities, equipment, information technology, services, architectural & engineering services, maintenance, construction and consulting services by utilizing the various methods of procurement: requests for proposals, invitations for bids, sole source and small procurement. Mallela has worked at various levels within the procurement profession. She started as a Procurement Officer Trainee and moved up the ranks to an Associate Director to her current role as the Director of the Division of Procurement at Maryland Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Administration (MDOT MVA). In her current role, Mallela directs the development, implementation, and oversight of the Division’s programs, including all procurements and other related contractual agreements; the administration of the socioeconomic programs: the Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), Veteran Small Business Enterprise (VSBE), Small Business Reserve (SBR); and the Corporate Purchasing Card Program. Her professional procurement experience is complimented by relevant educational pursuits which includes a Master’s degree in Procurement and Contract Management, a Master’s degree in Business Administration and a Master’s degree in International Studies. She is a certified CPPO & CPPB. Mallela focuses on streamlining the procurement processes in order to gain efficiencies and provides mentorship to junior procurement officers as we navigate through our complex legislative and regulatory public procurement environment. In her spare time, Mallela enjoys hiking in the great outdoor and especially likes visiting the National Parks & Monuments.
Level: Foundation
Format: In-Person
Contact Hours: 8
CEUs: 0.8

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.

Pricing:

Price	Cost	Begins	Ends
Competency Module: Sourcing and Contracting Methods (Member: Early)	$260.00		07/20/2024
Competency Module: Sourcing and Contracting Methods (Member: Standard)	$325.00	07/21/2024	09/03/2024
Competency Module: Sourcing and Contracting Methods (Non-Member: Standard)	$425.00		09/03/2024

Competency Module: Sourcing and Contracting Methods (Member: Early) $260.00
Competency Module: Sourcing and Contracting Methods (Non-Member: Standard) $425.00
(prices valid until Jul 20, 2024)

Spots available: 24

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

In order to successfully earn a digital badge in the Sourcing and Contracting Methods competency, learners must:

Complete any pre-work materials provided prior to the course start date.
Attend and participate in the entirety of the instructional event.
Complete the post-course evaluation survey available in Aspire.
Complete the final assessment examination with a score of 85% or higher.

Competency Alignment

This certificate is designed as an exercise-based learning experience and is tied to NIGP’s Public Procurement Competency Framework. Upon completion of the certificate requirements, learners will have demonstrated the successful foundational knowledge, skills, and abilities in alignment with the following competencies:

Sourcing and Contracting Methods

Miscellaneous

Payment Information

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Local Contact

Name:	Tony Reed
Email:	anthony.reed@baltimorecity.gov

Sessions

September 18, 2024

Competency Module: Sourcing and Contracting Methods

September 18, 2024
Competency Module: Sourcing and Contracting Methods

Cancellation Policy

Registration and payment must be received 30 days prior to the seminar start date. After this time, registrations will be based on space availability.  A full refund, less a $75 administrative fee will be given for cancellations made in writing 31+ days prior to the seminar date by emailing RegistrationInfo@nigp.org. No refunds are given for cancellations received within 30 days of the seminar start date. There are no refunds for no-shows. If the seminar is cancelled for any reason, NIGP's liability is limited to the registration fee only.

Attendee substitutions within the same agency may be done at any time with email notification to NIGP. If attending via scholarship, please provide documentation verifying the scholarship issuer's name and contact information in lieu of payment information.

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