Membership

why join the minnesota chapter of nigp

Active membership may be held in the organization by any person actively engaged in governmental purchasing in any tax supported agency in the State of Minnesota upon payment of current annual dues established in the bylaws.

Associate membership may be held by any person not eligible for active membership, who is interested in the principles and practices of governmental purchasing upon payment of dues established in the bylaws. Such membership shall be approved by the executive committee as set forth in the bylaws. Such members shall have no vote in the business of the organization

MN NIGP membership benefits include, but are not limited to:

• Education and professional development programs.

• Courses.

• Professional certification.

• Networking.

• Technical information, specifications.

• Contract formats and methods.

• Bid evaluation and award criteria.
  
  

The primary function of the public sector professional purchaser is the successful acquisition of true value for all supplies, services, and construction secured for the requesting organization. Probably the most valuable buy that can be made by a public purchaser is the investment in an association singularly dedicated to the principles and operational needs of our profession.

Membership in MN NIGP shows us and our colleagues how to improve our performance and get more value for the tax dollar. Participation in our numerous programs helps sharpen our skills in the complex and rapidly changing world of public purchasing.