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"Procurement's Front Door: Fixing Procurement Before the RFP Starts"

Presented by: Lauryn Parish and Kristen Torres, SOVRA

Many procurement delays begin long before a solicitation is issued. This session explores how better intake, earlier stakeholder alignment, clearer requirements, and stronger planning can reduce downstream rework and help procurement teams manage demand more effectively.

Attendees will leave with practical ideas to improve how work enters procurement.

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"Procurement's Front Door: Fixing Procurement Before the RFP Starts"



"Keeping Projects Out of the Rough: Understanding Payment & Performance Bonds"

Presented by: Angelo G Zervos, Zervose Insurety Services

Will your project require a bond? At this session we will be gaining an understanding of payment and performance bonds while covering the following topics:

• When payment and performance bonds are required
• Common bonding challenges and how to avoid them
• Managing claims and reducing project risk.

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November Lunch & Learn- 2026 - 11/24/2026

"NIGP Certified Procurement Professional Pathways and Certification Overview and Information"

Presented by Diane Daly, NIGP Director of Certification Programs and Chanda Taylor Carpenter, NIGP Director of Learning Strategy and Innovation.

Join us to learn how NIGP Pathways and the NIGP-CPP can support your professional growth and career advancement.

This session begins with a brief introduction to NIGP Pathways followed by an in-depth look at the NIGP-CPP certification designed for public procurement leaders, managed and administered by NIGP.

Participants will explore what sets the NIGP-CPP apart from other certifications including:

• Certification eligibility and application requirements
• Examination structure, testing requirements and fees
• Certification preparation resources including study guides, practice assessments and instructor-led courses
• Recertification requirements to maintain the credential
• Additional resources and guidance to assist you in your journey to attain the NIGP-CPP.

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January Lunch & Learn- 2027 - 1/26/2027



"After the Award: Why Contract Management is Becoming Procurement's Next Big Challenge "

Presented by TBD, SOVRA

Winning the bid is only the beginning. This session looks at the growing importance of post-award contract management, from tracking obligations and renewals to improving visibility into supplier performance, amendments, and risk.

Attendees will learn practical ways to move from reactive contract administration to more proactive governance,

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February Lunch & Learn- 2027 - 2/23/2027

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"Modern Procurement, Connected ERP: Making the Two Work Together"

Presented by TBD, SORVA

Modernizing procurement does not have to mean replacing the financial systems an organization already relies on.

This session explores how specialized procurement technology and ERP systems can work together, where each should play a role, and what agencies should consider when planning integrations that reduce duplicate work, improve data flow, and preserve existing investments.

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