About NIGP

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The National Institute of Governmental Purchasing, Inc. (NIGP) is a national, membership-based non-profit organization providing support to professionals in the public sector purchasing profession. NIGP provides its members with many services, including education, professional networking, research, and technical assistance.

Organized in 1944, NIGP is an international not-for-profit educational and technical organization of public purchasing agencies. The Institute is composed of 75 affiliate chapters and one student chapter, and more than 2,400 agency members representing federal, state, provincial and local government levels throughout the United States and Canada. These agencies represent over 15,500 individuals serving the public procurement community

Mission, Vision, and Values

Mission:
Develop, support and promote the public procurement profession through premier educational and research programs, professional support, and advocacy initiatives that benefit members and constituents.

Vision:
NIGP is a vibrant international association creating a world in which public procurement practitioners are highly regarded members of a respected professional order.

Values:
We value:

		Our members
		All public procurement professionals and their contributions to public service
		Professionalism
		Ethical behavior
		Customer service
		Diversity and its benefits
		Innovation
		Collaboration and the synergy it provides
		Excellence in leadership