ACCREDITATIONS / AWARDS

In today’s public sector landscape, excellence in procurement is not only about regulatory compliance—it’s about delivering strategic value, promoting transparency, and driving innovation. Procurement accreditations and awards serve as powerful benchmarks for organizations that go above and beyond in these areas. They recognize organizations that lead with integrity, efficiency, and a commitment to public trust.

Options for Accreditations / Awards

 

 

NIGP (National Institute of Governmental Purchasing, Inc.)

  • Quality Public Procurement Departments (QPPD) Accreditation: The QPPD honors organizations that demonstrate operational excellence, leadership, and a proactive approach to procurement. It’s a symbol of a department’s ability to uphold the highest standards in public purchasing while continually evolving to meet new challenges.

  • Pareto Accreditation: Reserved for top-tier QPPD-accredited organizations, the Pareto Accreditation celebrates those that achieve exceptional results through innovative strategies and impact-driven procurement practices. These organizations set a new benchmark for what’s possible in public procurement leadership.

NPI (National Procurement Institute, Inc.)

  • Achievement of Excellence in Procurement (AEP) Award: The AEP Award recognizes public organizations that exemplify excellence in innovation, professionalism, productivity, and leadership. It highlights departments that have institutionalized best practices and consistently deliver high-value results.

UPPCC (Universal Public Procurement Certification Council)

  • Agency Sterling Award: The Sterling Agency Award is bestowed to organizations with a strong commitment to workforce development and certification. It honors agencies that prioritize professional growth, demonstrating that a skilled and credentialed team is foundational to procurement success.

FAPPO (Florida Association of Public Procurement Officials, Inc.)

  • Excellence in Public Procurement (EPP) Award: The EPP award honors agencies that demonstrate outstanding achievement in the implementation of innovative and effective procurement practices. It recognizes strategic efforts that improve efficiency, transparency, and public value within the procurement function.

  • Best Practice Award: The Best Practice Award celebrates specific projects, processes, or initiatives that reflect procurement excellence and innovation. It is designed to spotlight replicable practices that contribute significantly to improved procurement outcomes across public agencies.

Benefits of Accreditations and Awards

  • Excellence in Practice
    These recognitions confirm that a procurement organization is not only meeting industry standards—but setting them.

  • Public Trust and Accountability
    Earning these honors signals to stakeholders that an organization manages public funds with transparency, integrity, and efficiency.

  • Operational Improvement
    The process of applying encourages self-assessment, strategic planning, and process optimization.

  • Professional Empowerment
    Accredited and award-winning departments attract and retain top talent by fostering a culture of learning, certification, and achievement.

  • Leadership and Recognition
    These distinctions position organizations as thought leaders within the procurement community—sharing best practices and inspiring others.