Upcoming Events

Change Management for Procurement Professionals

Professional Development Event

Mar 15 - 16, 2012
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Arapahoe County Sheriff's Office
13101 East Broncos Parkway
Centennial, Colorado 80112

Fees for this event:

NIGP National Members (2.0000 points): $460.00

Non-NIGP National Members (2.0000 points): $650.00

The existing procurement environment requires the professional to be current with the latest technology, management theories, and ever-changing governing bodies. The procurement specialist must deal with the challenges of management changes, organizational structures, responsibilities, and software systems while continuing to get the job done effectively.

This two day seminar is designed to assist all who may be involved in the procurement profession to gain an understanding of the process of change, how it effects the procurement organization, as well as learn the key elements of a successful transition. Attendees will be introduced to the psychology of change and methods to implement change in organizational environments.

Click here to view a more detailed description.

Presented by: Les Vallie

2 day courses:

Standard pricing:

NIGP National Members - $460 **

Non-Members - $650  **

** Receive a $25 early registration discount by registering 60 or more days in advance of the course.  A late fee of $50 will be assessed for those registrations received within 30 days of the course.

Intended Audience

Anyone in Public Procurement

Prerequisites

None

Course Objective and Intended Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course participants will be able to:

• Explain what Change Management is
• Discuss Implementation Strategies
• Recognize Choices of Strategy for Implementation

Course Outline

Day One:

• Defining Change Management
• Change Management Skills
• Awareness of Resistance to Change
• Implementation Strategies
• Choices of Strategy for Implementation

Day Two:

• Review Day 1
• Supporting Change
• Individual Actions
• Making Change Successful
• Gaining Support
• Summary, Course Evaluation

This outline may be modified slightly at the course instructor’s discretion.

Minimum Students: 20

Click HERE to register or for more information on the course.  Registration for this course will take place using NIGP's online registration system.

Please contact kspicola@pueblowater.org if you need assistance.

Click HERE for a link to lodging for the local area.

Spring Conference

General Meeting

Wed, Mar 28, 2012
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
University of Colorado, Colorado Springs Campus
Colorado Springs, Colorado

Agenda to follow.

A regionally-focused half-day Reverse Vendor Trade Show is planned for March 27th.  Look for more details to come!

Reverse Vendor Trade Show On The Road

Thu, Mar 29, 2012
9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Gallogly Events Centerm (GEC)
Colorado Springs, Colorado 80918
[ register for this event ]

Strategic Procurement Planning

Professional Development Event

Apr 11 - 13, 2012
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
City of Littleton Center Community Room 1st Floor
2255 W. Berry Avenue
Littleton, Colorado 80120
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This course will cover strategic planning within an organization and the importance of its relationship to procurement planning. Planning models will be discussed as will public sector budgeting. Developing key partnerships within the organization in requirements determination will be explored, as this will lead to the development of proper specifications. Pricing strategies employed in the public sector such as cost analysis and life cycle costing will also be covered.

Presented by:

Mr. Alan C. Bodine, CPPO,CPPB

Phone: (405)747-0191
Email: Alan.Bodine@wildblue.net
Click HERE for Instructor Biography
 

NIGP National Members - $650 **

Non-Members - $850  **

** Receive a $25 early registration discount by registering 60 or more days in advance of the course.  A late fee of $50 will be assessed for those registrations received within 30 days of the course.

Intended Audience

This course helps procurement professionals meet the increased demand for participation by procurement in organizational decision making and resource allocation decisions. The strategic planning/procurement process is valuable to public procurement professionals interested in developing strategic working relationships with end users in their organizations. This course is beneficial to public procurement professionals involved in strategic planning related to organizational development, budgeting processes and staffing. Many of the concepts may be of special interest to the practicing public administrator and public procurement professionals and most relevant to middle & upper management positions.

Prerequisites

Though no prerequisites are stipulated for this class, successful participants should have at least two years of public procurement experience and some management experience prior to enrollment. 

Objectives

Upon successful completion of this course participants will be able to:

• Describe procurement's role in the organizational strategic planning process
• Develop a strategic procurement plan for an organization
• Identify the steps in strategic sourcing process
• Evaluate, select and apply the tools and processes available for a comprehensive procurement plan
• Discuss how the strategic plan impacts the budget process
• Develop a procurement plan for a specific requirement  
• Describe how staffing, developing and managing human resources support organizational success

Course Outline

The following is an outline of the material for this course. Practical examples, group exercises and case studies will be utilized throughout the course. The content presented during any given class may vary depending on the background and experience of the participants.

Day One:

• Pre-test
• Strategy and Choice: Procurement’s Involvement in Organizational Decision Making 
• Strategic Planning in the Public Sector 
   

Day Two:

• Strategic Planning and Procurement Planning 
• Linking Resource Allocation Decisions to Strategic Planning

Day Three:

• Procurement Strategies: Their Relationship to Requirements Determination in the Acquisition Process
• Strategic Sourcing
• Client Satisfaction - "Success" Planning Strategy 
• Strategic Staffing and Talent Management
• Post-test

This outline may be modified slightly at the course instructor's discretion.

Click HERE to register or for more information on the course.  Registration for this course will take place using NIGP's online registration system.

Please contact kspicola@pueblowater.org if you need assistance.

Click HERE for a link to lodging for the local area.

BOARD MEETING (INFORMATIONAL)

Board Meeting

Wed, Apr 25, 2012
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
City of Thornton Infrastructure Maintenance Center
12450 N. Washington Street, Room #130 124th and Washington
Thornton, Colorado
[ register for this event ]

Fees for this event:

BOARD MEETING (INFORMATIONAL) (0.5000 points): No Charge

Principles & Techniques of Problem Solving

Professional Development Event

Fri, May 4, 2012
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Academy School District 20
1110 Chapel Hills Drive
Colorado Springs, Colorado 80920

Fees for this event:

NIGP National Members (1.0000 points): No Charge

Non-NIGP National Members (1.0000 points): No Charge

In the information age, the true challenge is creating unique solutions to old and new problems. In this seminar, attendees will learn a process for solving problems creatively. You can apply this process in your work and personal life. Learn how to awaken the hidden creative energy in all of us and how to get others to buy into new ideas. There is a role for experts and a time for fools. Learn the questions to ask at each step in the process. This is an interactive class full of ideas, practical tips and fun.

Click here to view a more detailed description.

1 day courses:

Standard pricing:

NIGP National Members - $275 **

Non-Members - $375  **

** Receive a $25 early registration discount by registering 60 or more days in advance of the course.  A late fee of $50 will be assessed for those registrations received within 30 days of the course.

Presented By: Michael Kolodisner, CPPO

Michael J Kolodisner

Intended Audience

Purchasing officials involved with problem solving issues.

Prerequisites:

None

Course Objective and Intended Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course participants will be able to:

• List the step of problem solving
• Discuss techniques for developing creative solutions
• List the five steps for effective decision making

Course Outline

• The five steps of effective problem solving
• How to recognize and remove barriers to effective problem solving
• Techniques for developing creative solutions
• The five steps for effective decision making
• How to develop effective decision thinking
• How to determine and deal with decision risk

This outline may be modified slightly at the course instructor's discretion.

Click HERE to register or for more information on the course.  Registration for this course will take place using NIGP's online registration system.

Please contact kspicola@pueblowater.org if you need assistance.

Click HERE for a link to lodging for the local area.

Summer Conference

General Meeting

Jun 7 - 8, 2012
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Manor Vail Lodge
595 Vail Valley Drive
Vail, Colorado 81657

Rick Grimm, NIGP Chief Executive Officer, will be joining us.  Agenda and other information to follow.

Room Rates:  Studios and 1 Bedrooms, $109/night + $5/day parking + 5% Resort Service Fee; 2 Bedrooms, $249/night + fees

BOARD MEETING (INFORMATIONAL)

Board Meeting

Wed, Jul 25, 2012
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
City of Thornton Infrastructure Maintenance Center
12450 N. Washington Street, Room #130 124th and Washington
Thornton, Colorado
[ register for this event ]

Fees for this event:

BOARD MEETING (INFORMATIONAL) (0.5000 points): No Charge

Fall Conference

General Meeting

Fri, Sep 21, 2012
7:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Aurora Public Schools
Professional Learning and Conference Center 15771 E. 1st Ave.
Aurora, Colorado 80011

Agenda will follow.

BOARD MEETING (INFORMATIONAL)

Board Meeting

Wed, Oct 24, 2012
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
City of Thornton Infrastructure Maintenance Center
12450 N. Washington Street, Room #130 124th and Washington
Thornton, Colorado
[ register for this event ]

Fees for this event:

BOARD MEETING (INFORMATIONAL) (0.5000 points): No Charge

World Class Procurement Practices

Professional Development Event

Fri, Nov 2, 2012
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Division of Central Services
1525 Sherman Street #B75
Denver, Colorado 80216
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Fees for this event:

NIGP National Members (1.0000 points): No Charge

Non-NIGP National Members (1.0000 points): No Charge

The concept of World Class Procurement has application to both the public and private sectors. This workshop will address what is meant by “World Class” and what practices countless public agencies are adopting to achieve such status. Case studies shared in the class will illustrate many common practices of agencies and procurement professionals that are considered World Class.

Click here to view a more detailed description.

1 day courses:

Standard pricing:

NIGP National Members - $275 **

Non-Members - $375  **

** Receive a $25 early registration discount by registering 60 or more days in advance of the course.  A late fee of $50 will be assessed for those registrations received within 30 days of the course.

Presented By:

*Darin Matthews, CPPO, C.P.M.

Chief Procurement Officer
METRO

Intended Audience

This course is targeted to all levels of professionals involved in the public procurement process; senior procurement staff and management will particularly benefit from this course.

Prerequisites

None

Objectives

Upon successful completion of this course participants will be able to:

• Identify and explain the procurement practices of leading agencies.
• Assess the value and practicality of these practices
• Identify procurement methods that are considered world class.

Course Outline

• Introduction
• Definition of world class; public and private sector perspectives
• Evolution of procurement techniques
• Industry trends and survey data
• Pre-Solicitation Approaches
• Sourcing and effective market research
• Building departmental relationships that are win-win
• Analyzing usage data and financial reports
• Developing a quality training program for procurement
• Leading Procurement Techniques
• Creating standard procurement documents
• Advantages and disadvantages of proposal processes
• Alternative procurement methods
• Delegation of authority and de-centralization
• Developing an effective procurement card program
• Post-Award Activities
• Contract administration plans
• Managing contract disputes
• Developing contract performance measurements
• Evaluation of contractors and suppliers
• Implementation of World Class Practices
• Achieving short term wins
• Longer term strategies for implementing new practices
• Cultivating a world class culture
• Case studies, agency examples of world class practices. Making sure your Project Manager/Construction Inspectors are doing their jobs. Are these folks internal or external? What role do they play? What should be their limit of authority and how do you maintain it?

This outline may be modified slightly at the course instructor's discretion.

Click HERE to register or for more information on the course.  Registration for this course will take place using NIGP's online registration system.

Please contact kspicola@pueblowater.org if you need assistance.

Click HERE for a link to lodging for the local area.

Winter Conference

General Meeting

Dec 6 - 7, 2012
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
TBD

Location to be determined.  Agenda will follow.