The National Association of State Procurement Officials (NASPO) and the Canadian Public Procurement Council (CPPC) are celebrating a transformative first year of strategic partnership, marking significant progress in their shared mission to advance excellence in public procurement across North America.

This collaboration, initiated in early 2023, emerged alongside NASPO’s establishment of the Procurement Professionals Alliance, a global non-profit organization designed to empower procurement professionals through knowledge sharing, skillset development, establish best-in-class certifications, and universally recognizing the procurement profession as a distinguished career path.

“Our partnership with CPPC represents a pivotal step toward global recognition of public procurement as a true profession,” said Lindle Hatton, NASPO CEO. “This collaboration exemplifies our commitment to establishing universal standards and certifications that transcend national boundaries.”

Key achievements from the first year of partnership include:

• Cross-organizational participation in conferences and leadership activities
• Shared leadership responsibilities on the Universal Public Procurement Certification Council (UPPCC), which maintains an international presence
• Collaborative efforts in professional development and certification programs

Looking ahead, both organizations are preparing to undertake a significant standards-setting initiative led by the Canadian Federal Government. This project further demonstrates the partnership’s commitment to establishing cohesive procurement practices across North America.

“As we enter our second year of collaboration, and as CPPC continues to expand its influence within Canada, we are enthusiastic about the future of this partnership,” added François Émond, CPPC Executive Director. “Together, we are laying the groundwork for broader international partnerships that will strengthen our profession globally.”

The NASPO-CPPC partnership serves as a model for international collaboration in public procurement, setting the stage for future global initiatives that will benefit procurement professionals across borders.

 

About NASPO: The National Association of State Procurement Officials (NASPO) is a non-profit association dedicated to advancing public procurement through leadership, excellence, and integrity. It is made up of the directors of the central purchasing offices in each of the 50 states, the District of Columbia, and territories of the United States. NASPO is an organization that helps its members achieve success as public procurement leaders through the promotion of best practices, education, professional development, research, and innovative procurement strategies. To learn more, please visit www.naspo.org.

 

About CPPC: The Canadian Public Procurement Council (CPPC) is a non-profit association dedicated to promoting excellence in public procurement in Canada. It serves as a network for individuals and organizations across the country involved in the profession, sharing best practices and facilitating professional development.  Its members are organizations from all sectors of government as well as private entities.  The CPPC plays a significant role in advancing the professionalism and capability of public procurement sectors in Canada, enhancing public trust and optimizing public funds usage.

 

Media Contact:
Kate Davila
Director of Marketing and Communications, NASPO
kdavila@naspo.org