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This class provides basic information and fundamental standards individuals should know prior to conducting or participating in procurement activities such as developing or issuing solicitation (request for quote or request for proposal), reviewing, approving, issuing, managing the procurement of goods or non-professional services. Please email ask.kpi@ky.gov with any questions.

This class provides comprehensive understanding of the lifecycle activity that begins with the identification of a need and ends with a closeout of a contract. Please email ask.kpi@ky.gov with any questions.

This class is being offered to provide guidance to Executive Branch agencies for completing NO BID SPR1’s so that OPS approvals are obtained more quickly and rejections are minimized. Please email ask.kpi@ky.gov with any questions.

This class provides an understanding of the purpose and importance of contract management from initiation of a need through contract completion in an effort to maximize performance and minimize risk. Please email ask.kpi@ky.gov with any questions.

This class provides an overview of the unique procurement process for professional services in the Commonwealth. Please email ask.kpi@ky.gov with any questions.

Procurement evolutions starts here

Procurement evolutions starts here

Procurement evolutions starts here

This class provides basic information and fundamental standards individuals should know prior to conducting or participating in procurement activities such as developing or issuing solicitation (request for quote or request for proposal), reviewing, approving, issuing, managing the procurement of goods or non-professional services. Please email ask.kpi@ky.gov with any questions.

The Finance Office of Procurement Services is holding a quarterly meeting to help agencies navigate through the All State Master Agreements.

**KPPA MEMBERS/AGENCIES ONLY - VENDORS MUST REGISTER ON THE "VENDOR REGISTRATION"

Vendors are not eligible for KPPA Membership. VENDORS MUST REGISTER ON THE "VENDOR REGISTRATION"

The Kentucky Public Procurement Association invites all Public Procurement Professionals to join us for the 2025 KPPA Reverse Trade Show. The event will be held on Monday, May 12, 2025, at the CROSS Center.

The Reverse Trade Show is opposite of a regular trade show. Government agents who work in purchasing departments will staff the tables with information to share. Vendors interested in selling goods or providing services to governmental agencies move from table to table visiting the agency staff members.

The Reverse Trade Show is a fast, easy, and effective way for Vendors to meet purchasing professionals.

Procurement Processionals from State Government, Local City and County Governments and Universities will be there the entire day.

The Kentucky Public Procurement Association invites you to join us for the 2025 KPPA Reverse Trade Show. The event will be held on Monday, May 12, 2025, at the CROSS Center.

The Reverse Trade Show is opposite of a regular trade show. Government agents who work in purchasing departments will staff the tables with information to share. Vendors interested in selling goods or providing services to governmental agencies can visit the agency staff members.

The Reverse Trade Show is a fast, easy, and effective way to meet purchasing professionals and introduce them to your company.

Procurement Processionals from State Government, Local City and County Governments, and Universities will be there the entire day.

Vendor Breakout Session and lunch will be included with registration. Vendors will have the opportunity to learn various tips and tricks to doing business with the Commonwealth.

Reverse Trade Show Sponsors will receive a discount to the KPPA Annual Vendor Expo in October 2025.

This class provides comprehensive understanding of the lifecycle activity that begins with the identification of a need and ends with a closeout of a contract. Please email ask.kpi@ky.gov with any questions.

This class is being offered to provide guidance to Executive Branch agencies for completing NO BID SPR1’s so that OPS approvals are obtained more quickly and rejections are minimized. Please email ask.kpi@ky.gov with any questions.

This class provides an understanding of the purpose and importance of contract management from initiation of a need through contract completion in an effort to maximize performance and minimize risk. Please email ask.kpi@ky.gov with any questions.

This class provides an overview of the unique procurement process for professional services in the Commonwealth. Please email ask.kpi@ky.gov with any questions.

Rooted in History, Leading with Vision
Get ready for an extraordinary journey at NIGP Forum 2025 as we celebrate 80 years of public procurement excellence.

With an outstanding lineup of keynote speakers, exceptional learning and networking sessions, and opportunities to celebrate individual and collective achievements, this year’s Forum promises to be one for the ages.

Rooted in History, Leading with Vision
Get ready for an extraordinary journey at NIGP Forum 2025 as we celebrate 80 years of public procurement excellence.

With an outstanding lineup of keynote speakers, exceptional learning and networking sessions, and opportunities to celebrate individual and collective achievements, this year’s Forum promises to be one for the ages.

Rooted in History, Leading with Vision
Get ready for an extraordinary journey at NIGP Forum 2025 as we celebrate 80 years of public procurement excellence.

With an outstanding lineup of keynote speakers, exceptional learning and networking sessions, and opportunities to celebrate individual and collective achievements, this year’s Forum promises to be one for the ages.

Rooted in History, Leading with Vision
Get ready for an extraordinary journey at NIGP Forum 2025 as we celebrate 80 years of public procurement excellence.

With an outstanding lineup of keynote speakers, exceptional learning and networking sessions, and opportunities to celebrate individual and collective achievements, this year’s Forum promises to be one for the ages.