This 3 day course provides the participant with a comprehensive overview of the sourcing process within the public sector. Essential elements, including pre-sourcing planning, needs assessment, specifications, scope of work, deliverables, procurement strategies, value analysis, and internal control processes, are explored.  Determining the appropriate sourcing method, preparing the relevant sourcing invitation document, managing the acquisition process, evaluation of response submissions, and contract awards will also be covered.  In addition, the course will examine trends, technology developments, and the effects of both on the processes. Practical examples, discussion, group exercises and case studies will be used throughout the course.

To register go to www.nigp.org once you are on the site click on ‘Grow Professionally’ tab in the upper left hand corner. A pop up box will display options, click on ‘Take a Course'. You will then be directed to a page of search options. Enter 'Sourcing in the Public Sector'.  Select the Des Moines, Iowa location and scroll down to the bottom of the page to register.