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Speaking of providing…You have asked for it and on March 12, 2020 at the next Gen-eral Membership meeting, Mr. Rick Grimm, NIGP’s Chief Executive Officer will be providing it. Many of us have had ques-tions on Pathways and the new NIGP-CPP Certification so Rick has graciously agreed to come speak to our chapter and answer any questions you may have on Pathways. So be sure to register and join us at Hellas Restaurant in Millersville, MD on March 12, 2020 @ 11:30 a.m. for member networking, a GREAT Speaker and LUNCH! Hope to see you all there.

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The Newsletter of the Maryland Public Purchasing Association

INSIDE THIS ISSUE

President Naugle’ s Message 1-2

Facilities 3

Recognition 4-7

Co-Operative Purchasing 8-9

Membership 10-11

Members Corner 12-13

Historical 14

Sites of Interest 15

Officer & Director Listing 16

Education Opportunities 17-18

Job Opportunities 19

Values & Guiding Principles 20

Recipes 21

Future Publications 22

March is Purchasing Month! March is Our Month! March of 1980 is when NIGP granted MPPA chapter status, thus the Birth of Maryland Public Purchasing Association. Happy Birthday MPPA! Throughout the last 40 years MPPA has continued to strive to provide our members with the tools and resources to assist in everyday procurement. MPPA continues to stand out year after year with our grow-ing numbers in membership and training opportunities. Without the support of the entire MPPA family these accom-plishments would not be possible. When success is awarded to our chapter we stand as a family to celebrate because as a family is how we complete our organizational goals. So fam-ily, let’s celebrate our Chapter, our Family this month. Let’s celebrate our Profession and all of the hard work we put into it daily.

What better way to celebrate this month than to provide FREE procurement Training. March 19, 2020 at CCBC, Community College of Baltimore County in Catonsville, MD MPPA will be holding its annual day of FREE training. This training was first developed back in 2012 when a group of excellent leaders decided that MPPA had all of the resources at their fingertips to provide not only our members but those who were interested in the field of procurement, a day of FREE Procurement training. This day of procurement train-ing was jammed packed of hot topics and GREAT speakers. This training continues to be one of the most sought-after trainings each year and fills to capacity within hours of the registration opening. So, thank you to our great past leaders (Carla Tucker, Mark Miller, Suzette Moore… to name a few) for starting this annual training…What a GREAT addition to the education MPPA already provides.

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Just a few reminders. Registration has opened for the 75th NIGP Forum! This year’s forum will be held in Chicago IL. Join us for days filled with face to face education, networking with others in our field, Great Speakers, so many take a ways from the forum you will not want to miss this great oppor-tunity…and did I mention all of the things you can do while you are in Chicago?? Millennium Park, you have got to see the Bean! Navy Pier and its 150-foot Ferris Wheel, the many Museums, great Theater, Architectural must see….so much to do! August 23-26, 2020, register today. Let’s not forget the 2020 Spring Conference being hosted by our sister Area II Chapter VAGP. Virginia Association of Govern-mental Purchasing will be hosting its Spring Conference and Expo March 24-26, 2020 in Virginia Beach, VA. Visit the VAGP website for more details. https://www.vagp.org/insidepages/events/?even-tid=2C0A2BD4-5056-8960-3E40-8ADA4EB39E5A Another fantastic opportunity for procurement education and networking!

I know that January is now behind everyone but I did want to take time to recognize a few MPPA mem-bers who received great honors at the January 2020 Installation dinner. These individuals deserve recognition for all that they do for the profession and the organization. The following awards were given January 11, 2020. Mike Haifley was the 2019 Stanley D. Zemansky recipient. Janet Flemming was pre-sented with the Harry H. Bain Distinguished Service Award. Sarah T. Giambra was awarded Buyer of the Year and Jessica Mettle was awarded Manager of the Year. Congratulations to all of you, your ded-ication and perseverance has not gone unrecognized! We are very proud of you!

Lastly, I would like to thank everyone for the opportunity to serve as the 2020 MPPA President. I look forward to continuing working with the excellent public purchasing professionals that make up the Maryland Public Purchasing Association. Here’s to another outstanding year! MPPA, PROCUREMENT WITH INTEGRITY! Respectfully,

Brandi Brandi J. Naugle 2020 MPPA President

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The next general membership meeting is scheduled for Thursday, March 12, 11:30 a.m., at Hellas Res-taurant and Lounge, 8498 Veterans Highway in Millersville. Registration cost is $25 and all reserva-tions must be made online at MPPA’s website www.mppainc.org . If paying with cash or check, please indicate check when registering for the event. If you have questions or special needs, contact Brian Snyder directly at bds@annapolis.gov or 410-263-7944. Deadline to register is 2 PM, Monday, March 9th.

Hot buffet lunch served at 12 noon includes: Stuffed Shells Crab Balls Greek Salad Red Bliss Potatoes Sautéed Zucchini and Squash Bread, Rolls and butter

Soft Drinks, Iced/Hot Tea, Coffee Our guest speaker is NIGP CEO, Rick Grimm. Mr. Grimm's topic includes NIGP's Pathway program and the new NIGP-CPP certification.

Questions, comments and suggestions are welcome. Contact me directly at bds@annapolis.gov or 410-263-7944.

General membership meeting dates for the remainder of the year: Thursday, May 14 – Location TBD Thursday, July 16 – Location TBD

September – Crab Feed - Date and location TBD Thursday, November 19 – Location TBD

Brian D. Snyder, CPPO Facilities Chairperson

Facilities

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Installation of New Officers and Board of Directors:

Congratulations to the following MPPA Officers and Board of Directors, who were installed at the ceremony held on January 11, 2020. New MPPA 2020 Officers: Brandi Naugle, CPPB Rick Curry, CPPO, CPPB, CPM President Vice President Washington County Government Washington County Government

Andrea Hennessy-Welcome, CPPB President Elect Montgomery County Police Gwendolyn Adams, CPPB Mark Miller, CPPO, CPPB, CPM Treasurer Secretary Office of State Procurement Wicomico County Public Schools

New MPPA 2020 Board of Directors:

Michelle Frierson, CPPB T. Suzette Moore, CPPO, CPPB, CM Public Safety & Correctional Services Washington Metropolitan Transit Authority

Shown Left to Right: Georgina Usher (BOD 2018-2019), Donna DiCerbo (Immediate Past President 2018-2019), Linda Dangerfield (BOD 2018-2019), Brandi Naugle (New MPPA President 2020), Mark Miller (New Secretary 2020) and

Andrea Hennessy-Welcome (New President-Elect for 2020)

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The Stanley D. Zemansky Award:

The Stanley D. Zemansky Award is MPPA's highest award and is associated with a professional who is respected for outstanding deeds and dedication to the procurement profession.

Congratulations to the following 2019 Stanley D. Zemansky Award Recipient:

Michael Haifley, CPPO, CPPB Deputy Chief Procurement Officer

Department of General Services Office of State Procurement

The Harry H. Bain Distinguished Service Award:

The Harry H. Bain Distinguished Service Award recognizes the extraordinary dedication and service to the public procurement profession.

Congratulations to the following 2019 Harry H. Bain Award Recipient:

Janet Fleming

Procurement Officer II Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA)

Buyer of the Year Award:

The MPPA Officers and Board of Directors grants this award to buyers who have no supervisory or management responsibilities.

The Buyer function involves the process of determining the customer requirements, reviewing specifications and requirements,

developing and issuing bids, evaluating offers and selecting the vendor, arriving at fair and reasonable price and terms, preparing the

contract or purchase order, vendor relations, following up to ensure timely delivery shipping/receiving, inventory and warehousing,

and contract administration provisions.

Congratulations to the following winner of the Buyer of the Year Award:

Sarah T. Giambra

Procurement Specialist I Montgomery County Government

Recognition

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Recognition

Manager of the Year Award: The MPPA Officers and Board of Directors grants this award to public procurement professionals who have supervisory or management responsibilities. Public Procurement Manager functions must include responsibility of overall procurement/material management activities in a specific governmental entity to include the supervision of procurement personnel and/or the display of executive abilities involving economic/financial, technical, statistical, legal, and administrative attributes. Management positions may be totally dedicated to the procurement function or shared with other responsibilities. Congratulations to the following winner of the Manager of the Year Award:

Jessica Mettle, CPPP

Director of Procurement Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration

In addition, Congratulations to Ms. Jessica Mettle, CPPB, the recipient of the 2019 Manager of the Year Award, on her newly appointed position as Deputy Administrator of Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration!

Shown Left to Right: Donna DiCerbo (Immediate Past President), Jessica Mettle (2019 Manager of the Year), Janet Fleming (2019 Harry S. Baine Distinguished Award Recipient), Karen DeLuca (filling in for Sara Giambra as 2019 Buyer of the Year), Michael Haifley (2019 Stanley D. Zemansky Award Recipient) and Brandi Naugle (Newly elected MPPA President for 2020)

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Recognition

MPPA offers scholarships for courses and reimbursement for certification exams/recertification fees to help members meet their educational and professional goals. As a MPPA member in Good Standing, the following opportunities may be available for you: Stanley D. Zemansky Educational Aid Program MPPA members can apply for available scholarship funds or reimbursement for classes by filling out and submitting a Stanley D. Zemansky Education application. The newly revised Zemansky application as well as information on the scholarship and application requirements are available on MPPA’s website: www.mppainc.org, under Membership; Stanley D. Zemansky Award/Scholarship. Certification/Recertification Reimbursements MPPA members can request reimbursement for CPPB/CPPO certification/recertification fees. Reimbursement will be limited to candidates who pay for the certification/recertification fee themselves with no financial support from their employers. Candidates will be reimbursed for the certification/recertification fee only. Upon successfully obtaining the certification/recertification, candidates must submit the application, receipt and proof of certification/recertification to the Recognition Chairperson in order to be considered for reimbursement. The reimbursement form can be downloaded from MPPA’s website: www.mppainc.org, under Membership; Certification Examination Reimbursement. Members should request reimbursement within eight (8) weeks of obtaining their certification/recertification. Upon receipt and proof of certification/recertification, the Recognition Chairperson shall request reimbursement directly to the member from the Treasurer. For future Fine Print editions, please share your good news or be recognized for your contributions to the profession by sending your information to the MPPA Recognition Committee.

MPPA Recognition Committee Ruth Carnes, CPPB - Chair

rcarnes2@mdta.state.md.us - 410-537-7837

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Prepared by Debbie Groat, C.P.M. , CPPB, ACG Coordinator of Cooperative Purchasing

Baltimore Regional Cooperative Purchasing Committee www.baltometro.org

Cooperative Contracts are Perfect Solutions for Emergencies but Will They Qualify for FEMA Reimbursements? The “go-to” solution when you find yourself paying too much, having too little time, needing to test new innovations, and when an emergency hits and you don’t have a contract in place are cooperative contracts. In this issue of the Fine Print, we want to take a closer look at cooperative contracting for catastrophic emergencies. These emergencies are of such a magnitude that you may be entitled to Federal Emergency Management funds. So, when is the right time to plan ahead for that emergency with the right contracts in place, and determining whether they will qualify for Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) reimbursement? You guessed it; BEFORE the emergency hits. Now, I know what you are thinking---how will I know the kind of emergency to hit, and what I need? And, what stops FEMA from changing requirements? While you can’t stop FEMA from making changes to their grant requirements, you can make strategic decisions with the information you have. Let’s start with the commodities that the National Association of State Procurement Officials (NASPO) recommends to be pre-positioned:

• Meals-Ready-to-Eat

• Water

• Ice

• Medical Supplies and Pharmaceuticals

• Vaccine Supplies

• Cleaning Supplies

• Rubber Gloves

• Shelter Supplies

• Generators

• Batteries

• Home Repair Kits

• Tarps

• Sandbags

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Another important tip made by NASPO is that a Procurement Response Kit is kept electronically and in paper copy, in multiple locations to ensure copies are available during an emergency. This kit “should include as a minimum: emergency-related contracts, procurement office emergency contact information, other state and local government emergency contract information, other agency procurement staff contact information that can be used to supplement emergency procurement staff, commodity group/vendor emergency contact information on commodity/service categories likely to be needed during the response; and materials that can be used to establish and maintain a written log of activities.” OK, great….we got that but what about ensuring these contracts will qualify for reimbursement? While the State Government must follow certain competitive federal guidelines, “grantees and subgrantees that are not states are required to follow Common Rule (for example, Procurement Standards that prescribe specific requirements for competition and sourcing. 44 CFR§13.36)”, and certain other requirements when using cooperative contracts (2 CFRpt. 200.) The consequences for not following these federal rules may jeopardize reimbursement funding. And here is the catch, if you wait until the time of the emergency to determine if your competitively bid contract or competitively bid cooperative contract complies with FEMA requirements for grants, you may be too late and lose important funding opportunities. Here’s the catch:

1. Your competitively bid contract and/or competitively bid cooperative contract may not contain the necessary requirements to ensure FEMA compliance;

2. States have additional Federal requirements that must be contained in the solicitation and con-tracting documents to ensure compliance with FEMA requirements.

3. Even if a State contract is compliant with State and FEMA requirements, it may not be compli-ant for local and tribal governments, Institutions of Higher Education, Hospitals, and private non-profit organizations.

It is almost certain that during a catastrophic emergency, you will need to supplement your existing base of contracts with cooperative contracts. Taking the extra step to prepare for a catastrophic emergency is a sound business practice and taking the extra step to ensure that FEMA requirements are incorporated is a best practice confirming your professional responsibilities to provide sound, risk adverse procurement solutions. When catastrophic emergencies can cost significant sums of money, it’s worth the effort to ensure your employer is properly safeguarded. Reference: FEMA Checklist for Reviewing Procurements Under Grants by Non-Federal Entities 2 CFR pt.200 https://www.fema.gov/media-library-data/1479225376216-2bdb7d3ba1a512495c38535f12bad2c5/ChecklistforProcurementsAssociatedwithDisastersAFTERDec262014-NewUniformRules(11-14-16).pdf FEMA Fact Sheet: Public Assistance: Purchasing Goods or Services Through Cooperative Purchasing Programs https://www.fema.gov/media-library-data/1537377634809-c9155038b6ab73a588451de71ad829c3/PA_Fact_Sheet_Purchasing_Through_Coops_9-18-2018_508_FINAL.pdf FEMA Fact Sheet: FEMA Local and Indian Tribal Government Requirements of 44C.F.R. §13.36 https://www.fema.gov/media-library-data/1412181205354-9d21f3021c48bf7a9f3705779be27822/OCC_Pocket_Guide_PDAT_Local_Government_Requirements.pdf National Association of State Procurement Officials: Emergency Preparedness for State Procurement Officials Guide https://www.naspo.org/dnn/portals/16/documents/EmergencyPreparednessforStateProcurementOfficials.pdf

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Daniel Coleman, Deputy Director of Procurement Services Dept. of Public Safety and Correctional Services

Jason Leeb, Procurement Officer

Dept. of Public Safety and Correctional Services

Joshua Ramos, Procurement Officer Dept. of Public Safety and Correctional Services

Qieon Graham, Senior Buyer Maryland Environmental Services

Greer Siscoe-Hayes, Procurement Officer

Maryland Transportation Authority (MTA)

Yasin Mohammed, Deputy Director State Highway Administration (MDOT-SHA)

Michael Howard, IT Procurement Supervisor

Dept. of Public Safety and Correctional Services

Stephanie Akerley, Corporate Strategic Sourcing Manager National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC)

Iris Mapp, Principal Procurement Specialist

Anne Arundel County Dept. of Social Services

ASSOCIATE MEMBERSHIP:

Jacquae Rubin, Program Manager BPW and Procurement Compliance MDOT-TSO

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Michelle S. Frierson, CPPB Membership Chair

Membership is about people.

When you join MPPA, you connect with procurement professionals from your state, federal government, surrounding cities, provinces, counties, colleges, libraries, hospitals,

and other public agencies in your area. MPPA offers you the opportunity to improve skills, formulate new directions and strengthen your career options.

• Professional Development

• Connection and Communication

• Discounts

• Conferences

• Networking

• Professional Certification

MPPA helps you close the gap with the resources you need to realize your profes-

sional development goals!

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Take advantage of the MPPA

website:

www.mppainc.org

*Renew your membership

*Update you profile

*Access documents and

presentations

*View the Fine Print

*View Pictures

*Current Job Opportunities

And many, many more areas of interest!

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2020 Upcoming Events

*Superheroes needed for the Promise Ride in Davidsonville Park (kid friendly);

*Beach in a Bucket – Donates items to fill buckets like Sunglasses, Inflatable Beach Ball, Beach Toys, Sailboat Craft Kit, Bubbles, Sand Art, Thick Thread to Make Friendship Brace-

lets, A Sand Dollar, A Seashell Craft;

*Book Buddies - A new book with a new stuffed animal that matches the book's main char-acter;

*Farm to Food Bank (kid friendly);

*Paint Night Fundraiser (kid friendly); and

*More Than Pink Walk 2020 (Columbia and DC).

I am ALWAYS looking for new volunteers!

Social Chair – Janile A. Scott

https://www.wecancerve.org/

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hank You

The Historical Committee remains very interested in obtaining MPPA historical information. We are

particularly interested in MPPA Newsletters prior to August 1987. Additionally, if know where we

might obtain other MPPA historical information, please contact Bill Davis at 1badd@msn.com.

For an idea of the kind of information needed please see the scope of responsibilities for the Historical

committee or check the MPPA web site: https://mppainc.org/chapters/nigp-

mppainc/documents/Procedures%20Manual.pdf, page 12.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Select a committee of members to assist in carrying out the duties of the committee.

• Establish criteria for types of information to be collected, including: MPPA Buyer, and Manager of

the Year.

• Honorary members;

• Years in which MPPA won national Chapter of the Year awards; Stanley D. Zemansky awardees;

• Distinguished Service awardees.

• Officers, directors, committee chairpersons (including date(s) of service to MPPA).

• Special events, such as year(s) MPPA hosted NIGP annual Forum; members who have held national

office and received national awards (e.g. NIGP’s Albert Hall award, and Distinguished Service

recognition).

• Verify information and data, to the extent possible to be made a matter of record for the Association.

In the event data, such as that which predates the committee is not authenticated in Association

minutes or other records, make appropriate notation that the information is deemed correct based

upon collaborative interviews with (name the) authorities.

• Collect, catalog, and file the information for future Association purposes.

• Inform the Executive Board in advance for purpose of planning regarding upcoming special pro-

grams or ceremony as may be appropriate, e.g., for the 25th Association anniversary.

• Coordinate with other Association committees as appropriate such as Program, Recognition, and In-

formation and Research regarding announcements, programs, special events, and awards.

• Turn over to the succeeding chair Association archives, records and materials relating to the commit-

tee’s work and responsibilities.

LET’S GET HISTORICAL:

Most of us are award that procurement professionals observe the month of March as

Procurement Month. However, do you know which former president of the MPPA is

credited with the original concept of Purchasing Month?

William A. Davis, CPPO, CPPB - Historical Chair

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NIGP-related Sites

National Institute of

Governmental Purchasing

(NIGP) www.nigp.org

Pennsylvania Public

Purchasing Association www.pappainc.org

The Delaware Public

Purchasing Association, Inc. www.state.de.us

The Metropolitan Washington

Chapter - NIGP www.nigpmwc.org

Northern New Jersey Chapter

of NIGP www.nnjnigp.org

Southern New Jersey Chapter

of NIGP www.sjnigp.org

Federal Government Sites

United States Department of

Homeland Security www.dhs.gov

United States Postal Service

Zip Code Directory www.usps.com

Consumer Price Indexes (U.S.

Department of Labor) www.bls.gov

Chapter Member Sites

City of Annapolis www.ci.annapolis.md.us

City of Baltimore, Bureau of

Purchases www.ci.baltimore.md.us

Anne Arundel County Purchasing www.aacounty.org

Baltimore County Purchasing

Office www.baltimorecountymd.gov

City of Frederick, Maryland www.cityoffrederick.com

Frederick County Government www.co.frederick.md.us

Harford County Purchasing www.co.ha.md.us

Howard County www.co.ho.md.us

Montgomery County www.montgomerycountymd.gov

Towson University Procurement www.towson.edu

University of Maryland, College

Park, Procurement & Supply www.purchase.umd.edu

Carroll Community College www.carrolltraining.com

Washington County www.washco-md.net

Maryland Department of

Transportation www.mdot.state.md.us

Frederick Community College www.frederick.edu

Columbia Association www.columbiaassociation.org

Other Sites of Interest

Cooperative Purchasing

Organization www.baltometro.org

eMaryland Marketplace http://www.emarylandmarketplace.com/

Washington Suburban

Sanitation Commission www.wssc.dst.md.us

Better Business Bureau www.bbb.org

Dun & Bradstreet www.dnb.com

National Association of

State Procurement Officials

(NASPO) www.naspo.org

National Contract

Management Association

(NCMA) www.ncmahq.org

National Association of

Counties (NACo) www.naco.org

Institute for Supply

Management (ISM) www.ism.ws

National Procurement

Institute (NPI) www.npiconnection.org

Maryland General

Assembly mgaleg.maryland.gov State Government - Procurement (P2) Legislation by Session

Universal Public Procurement Certification Council (UPPCC)

www.uppcc.org

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Brandi Naugle, CPPB President Washington County 100 West Washington Street Room 3200 Hagerstown, Maryland 21740 Phone: (240) 313-2337 Fax: (240) 313-2331 bnaugle@washco-md.net Rick Curry, CPPO, CPPB Vice President Washington County 100 West Washington Street Room 3200 Hagerstown, Maryland 21740 Phone: (240) 313-2332 Fax: (240) 313-2331

rcurry@washco-md.net Andrea Hennessy-Welcome, CPPB President-Elect Montgomery County Police 100 Edison Park Drive, 3rd Floor Gaithersburg, Maryland 20878 Phone: (240) 773-5241 Fax: (240) 773-5240

Andrea.hennessy-welcome@montgomerycountymd.gov Mark Miller, CPPO, CPPB, C.P.M. Secretary Wicomico County Board of Education 101 Long Avenue P.O. Box 1538 Salisbury, Maryland 21802 Phone: (410) 677-4571 Fax: (410) 677-4418

memiller@wcboe.org Gwendolyn Hudson Treasurer Department of General Services 301 West Preston Street Room M-3 Baltimore, MD 21201 Phone: 410-767-7662 Fax: 410-333-5509 Gwendolyn.adams@maryland.gov Donna DiCerbo, CPPO, CPPB Immediate Past President Maryland Transportation Authority 2310 Broening Highway Baltimore, Maryland 21224 Phone: (410) 537-7814 ddicerbo@mdta.state.md.us Fax: (410) 537-7801 ddicerbo@mdta.state.md.us

Linda D. Dangerfield, CPPB Director MDOT Maryland Aviation Administration Phone: 410-859-7097 Fax: 410-694-6290

LDangerfield@bwiairport.com Michelle Frierson, CPPB Director 300 East Joppa Road Suite 1000 Towson, MD 21286 Phone: 410-339-5956

Michelle.frierson1@maryland.gov Suzette Moore, CPPO,CPPB Director WMATA 600 5th Street Washington, DC 20001 Phone: 202-962-1944

TSMoore@wmata.com Cathie Nash, CPPO, CPPB Director State of Maryland Military Department Fifth Regiment Armory 29th Division Street B5 Baltimore, Maryland 21201 Phone: (410) 290-9457 Fax: (410) 234-3820 Catherine.nash@maryland.gov Tamara Roberts, CPPB Director WMATA 600 5th Street Washington, DC 20001 Phone: 202-962-1412

tjroberts@wmata.com

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STRATEGIC PROCUREMENT PLANNING IN THE PUBLIC SECTOR Mar 9 - 11, 2020

SOURCING IN THE PUBLIC SECTOR Mar 16 - 18, 2020

SOURCING IN THE PUBLIC SECTOR Mar 16 - 18, 2020

CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION IN THE PUBLIC SECTOR Mar 17 - 19, 2020

MPPA'S FREE DAY OF TRAINING Thu, Mar 19, 2020

DEVELOPING AND MANAGING REQUESTS FOR PROPOSALS Apr 6 - 8, 2020

CONTRACTING FOR CONSTRUCTION Apr 27 - 28, 2020

CONTRACTING W/FEDERAL FUNDS/GRANTS Jun 1 - 2, 2020

CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION IN THE PUBLIC SECTOR Jun 1 - 3, 2020

STRATEGIC PROCUREMENT PLANNING IN THE PUBLIC SECTOR Jun 15 - 17, 2020

DEVELOPING AND MANAGING REQUESTS FOR PROPOSALS Jun 16 - 18, 2020

https://www.mppainc.org/insidepages/meetings/#mD83451CB-5056-8960-3EB5-8DF5EF2431E0

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Tips for Class

Dress Comfortably / Business Casual, Bring Pen/Pencil/Highlighter,

Notepad Folder for handouts, Bring Sweater & Arrive 5-10 minutes early

What classes would you like to be presented? Send your suggestions/requirements. Please send interest to the

Education Chair a minimum of six months prior to class target date. info@mppainc.org

REMINDER! CHECK OUT THE NIGP WEBINARS, FREE TO MEMBERS!

https://www.nigp.org/home/your-learning-journey/education/webinars

Do you need more procurement resources? Go to the NIGP Website and click on the “Find Procurement Resources” to access a vast library to give you the tools you need to support and

manage your agency. http://www.nigp.org/home/find-procurement-resources

*Find information regarding obtaining your certification / recertification: http://www.uppcc.org/

Education Chair

Tamara Roberts, CPPB

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https://www.mppainc.org/insidepages/jobs/

Procurement Trainee

Department of Public Safety and Corrections Somerset

Procurement Trainee

Department of Public Safety and Corrections Baltimore

Assistant Vice President for Strategic Sourcing

University of Maryland Baltimore

Construction Procurement The Maryland-National Capital Park & Planning

Director of Procurement

Towson University

Contract Administrator III WMATA

To post job opportunities, please email your request to:

INFO@MPPAINC.ORG

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Values & Guiding Principles of Public

Procurement

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Coconut Egg Nests

Peanut Butter Fudge Cups

Recipes

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Future Issue Publication Dates Deadline for Submittals March 1, 2020 February 25, 2020 May 1, 2020 April 24, 2020 July 1, 2020 June 25, 2020 September 1, 2020 August 27, 2020 November 1, 2020 October 22, 2020

Please send all contributions to: THE FINE PRINT Brandi J. Naugle, CPPB Washington County Purchasing Department 100 West Washington Street, Room 3200 Hagerstown, MD 21740 240-313-2337 bnaugle@washco-md.net Amanda L. Sadler Maryland Department of Housing & Community Development Division of Finance & Administration 7800 Harkins Road Lanham, MD 20706 Office: (301) 429-7780 Email: amanda.sadler@maryland.gov

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