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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 (NIGP-CPP) Overview and Information"

Presented by Diane Daly, NIGP Director of Certification Programs

Join us to learn about the NIGP-CPP Certification, a certification for procurement leaders, managed and administered by NIGP.

During this session, we'll cover what sets the NIGP-CPP apart from other certification programs, eligibility requirements, how to apply, testing requirements, program fees, recertification, and other administrative details about the program to assist you in your journey to attain the NIGP-CPP.

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"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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"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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