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2021 WEBINAR SCHEDULE
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ASKING THE TOUGH QUESTIONS WITH COOPERATIVE PURCHASING
Learn how to use the tools and resources available to you to make using cooperative purchasing easier. Are you paying too much by not using cooperative purchasing? Can you buy local? Do you work with the supplier, coop or both? Get answers to these questions and find out so much more.
OCTOBER 19 | 2PM - 3:30PM (ET)
FREE TO MEMBERS | $49 NON-MEMBERS
OCTOBER 19 | 2PM - 3:30PM (ET)
FREE TO MEMBERS | $49 NON-MEMBERS
NIGP CERTIFIED PROCUREMENT PROFESSIONAL: A PROVEN PATHWAY THAT INVESTS IN YOUR LONG-TERM CAREER GROWTH
Discover why NIGP-CPP represents the future of our profession and why it may be right for you. Learn about the application process, exam content, eligibility and more.
OCTOBER 26 | 2PM - 3:30PM (ET)
FREE TO ALL
Discover why NIGP-CPP represents the future of our profession and why it may be right for you. Learn about the application process, exam content, eligibility and more.
OCTOBER 26 | 2PM - 3:30PM (ET)
FREE TO ALL
2021 STATE OF PUBLIC SOURCING: BACK TO BUSINESS, FAST & FOCUSED
COVID-19 has changed the world of procurement. What does that mean? How do you plan for the future? Learn what key trends and challenges surfaced from Bonfire's 2021 State of Public Sourcing Report. Walk away with keen insights and new approaches to strategies in 2021 and beyond.
COVID-19 has changed the world of procurement. What does that mean? How do you plan for the future? Learn what key trends and challenges surfaced from Bonfire's 2021 State of Public Sourcing Report. Walk away with keen insights and new approaches to strategies in 2021 and beyond.
OCTOBER 28 | 2PM - 3:30PM (ET) (Brought to you by Bonfire)
FREE TO ALL
STRATEGIES FOR DELIVERING SUCCESSFUL PROCUREMENTS AND PROJECTS
The success of capital improvement and capital expense projects lies with choosing the appropriate project delivery method. How do you determine the delivery method? Are you utilizing the available resources to make the right decision?
NOVEMBER 3 | 2PM - 3:30PM (ET)
FREE TO MEMBERS | $49 NON-MEMBERS
NOVEMBER 3 | 2PM - 3:30PM (ET)
FREE TO MEMBERS | $49 NON-MEMBERS
STRATEGIES ON HOW TO DO OUTREACH AS A PROCUREMENT PROFESSIONAL
Discover how you can identify and leverage outreach programs for your entity.
Discover how you can identify and leverage outreach programs for your entity.
NOVEMBER 10 | 2PM - 3:30PM (ET)
FREE TO MEMBERS | $49 NON-MEMBERS
Free Contract Management Seminar
The 2021 CobbleStone Free Contract Management Seminar Virtual “Roadshow” will be hosted August 27th through December 17th.
You can freely learn how to draft stronger contracts,
manage vendor risk with AI, and more. Don’t miss out!
REGISTER NOW!
2021 VIRTUAL CLASSES

RFP Learning Lab Series
Based on the recently revised Global Best Practice - Request for Proposals.
Don't miss this interactive learning experience. Last week's Learning Labs were sold out. Seating is limited. Hurry and register.
COMMUNICATION & ENGAGEMENT WITH SUPPLIERS
Did you know you can engage with suppliers during the procurement process? Supplier engagement can provide tremendous value to both the supplier and entities. Learn how you can develop an effective communication plan.
OCTOBER 19 | 12:30PM - 2:30PM (ET)
THE IMPORTANCE OF FLEXIBILITY AND ORGANIZATION
Navigating and understanding the sections of an RFP document can be overwhelming. Learn the benefits of a well-crafted RFP and the importance of built-in flexibility to adapt the format to reflect the procurement strategy.
OCTOBER 19 | 3PM - 5PM (ET)
YOUR RFP IS A TREASURE MAPDiscover what information is essential to correctly portray intent in your RFP. Get guidance on the critical information required for suppliers to have a clear understanding of your needs and so you can provide the best proposal possible.
NOVEMBER 2 | 12:30PM - 2:30PM (ET)
NOVEMBER 2 | 12:30PM - 2:30PM (ET)
SCOPE OF WORK WRITING
Get ready to write specifications for actual procurements. Sharpen your specification writing skills and receive helpful tips and advice during this interactive session.
NOVEMBER 2 | 3PM - 5PM (ET)
EVALUATION COMMITTEE
Learn how to create an effective Proposal Evaluation Committee (PEC). This is essential for a defensible evaluation process. Understand the roles and responsibilities of the PEC and Procurement and how working as a team impacts a successful outcome.
Learn how to create an effective Proposal Evaluation Committee (PEC). This is essential for a defensible evaluation process. Understand the roles and responsibilities of the PEC and Procurement and how working as a team impacts a successful outcome.
NOVEMBER 9 | 12:30PM - 2:30PM (ET)
EVALUATION PROCESS
Understand the importance of having a well-designed and executed evaluation methodology and process.
NOVEMBER 9 | 3PM - 5PM (ET)
$79/Lab MEMBERS
$179/Lab NON-MEMBERS
$179/Lab NON-MEMBERS
CONTACT HOURS: 2.0 | CEUs: .2

