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About NASPO

NASPO is the nation’s leader in public procurement, driving excellence for its members through various sources.

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Learn about the benefits of NASPO membership, how to join, and the various committees and initiatives that members can participate in.

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Your source for best practices and emerging issues in state procurement

Procurement U
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Research & Innovation
Research & Innovation
The Repository of State Practices (RoSP) is a database of state procurement statutes, regulations, and policies. NASPO’s Research and Innovation team continually update the RoSP.
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Partnerships
Partnerships
NASPO currently partners with 17 Strategic Partners and 9 Academic Partners to form strong relationships with existing procurement organizations and continually elevate the public procurement profession.
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- Academic Partnerships
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News
Stay up-to-date on the latest news within NASPO and public procurement through our blog, podcast, press releases, and more.
Events & Webinars
Events & Webinars
NASPO hosts numerous events, both in-person and virtual, to promote excellence and community in the procurement profession.

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Get Involved

Learn about the benefits of NASPO membership, how to join, and the various committees and initiatives that members can participate in.

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Access to the Directors Community in our online networking tool, The NASPO Network.

Are you a State
Procurement Director?

Key Benefits

Access to the Directors Community in our online networking tool NASPO Network.
Information sharing on best practices, market intelligence, and industry trends.
Opportunity to participate in committees and working groups to shape procurement policies and practices.
Opportunity to contribute to the development of NASPO policies and initiatives.
Discounts on NASPO events, training, and publications.
Access to research and publications on procurement-related topics.
Access to NASPO’s professional development programs, including training, certifications, and conferences.

NASPO’s voting membership is comprised of the Chief Procurement Officers of the central procurement offices in the states, District of Columbia and territories of the United States.

Are you a new member, or just looking to refresh your knowledge on all NASPO offers you as a member? Take our new member course!

Are you a State
Procurement Staff Member?

Key Benefits

Members-only documents and resources.
Member-to-Member networking to ask questions, receive feedback on best practices, and connect with other procurement professionals.

NASPO invites procurement staff of the state central procurement office to join Chief Procurement Office.

To gain access to NASPO’s All Members Group, please reach out to your state director, or contact NASPO Membership.

Are you a Procurement
Professional Associate?

Key Benefits

Access to a professional network of procurement personnel from various state agencies and higher education institutions.
Opportunity to stay updated on industry trends, best practices, and policies related to procurement.
Access to resources such as research reports, surveys, and publications that provide valuable insights and information about the procurement industry.
Opportunity to contribute to the development of procurement policies and guidelines through participation in NASPO committees and task forces.
Discounted rates for NASPO events and training programs.

NASPO’s Associate Membership membership is for state employees that are not state procurement directors or staff members.

We would love to have you join our community of procurement professionals. Please check out our associate membership and contact NASPO Membership with questions.

Are you a Private
Sector Supplier?

Key Benefits

The NASPO Exchange Conference provides valuable networking opportunities for private sector suppliers.
The NASPO Exchange Conference can be an excellent opportunity to learn more about the procurement process and requirements for doing business with state governments.
The conference is held every spring and brings together state procurement officials and companies of all sizes.
The conference is a platform to discuss how to do business with states and form successful partnerships.

NASPO does not offer supplier memberships. However, as a private sector supplier, you have the opportunity to attend NASPO’s Exchange Conference.

The conference brings state procurement officials together in companies large and small to discuss doing business with the states and form successful partnerships. For questions about supplier opportunities, please contact us.