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Don’t see your question listed?
Please email your question(s) to membercare@nigp.org
Or call the Member Services Specialist at 1-800-367-6447 ext. 223

I am a National member. What is my Personal Identification Number (PIN) and how do I use it to access the "Members Only" section of the Web?
To obtain your NIGP PIN number, go to www.nigp.org/MembersOnly/Username.htm, or contact the Membership Department, at 800-FOR-NIGP x223. To access the "Members Only" section of the Web you must:

		Username: Your PIN number
		Password: The first seven characters of your last name (all lowercase)

How do I make changes to our agency membership information?
If you have changes to your membership such as address corrections, telephone, fax or email changes, you may make your changes online in the Members Only section or email membercare@nigp.org. Please Note: Only the Agency Representative may add or remove individuals from the organization's membership.

Changes to an Agency’s membership staff listing may occur once a year, at the time of the renewal, unless:

a. An employee has left the agency and has been replaced by another employee (no substitutions).

b. Adding of staff does not exceed the number of allowable staff based on the current paid membership category.

Additional staff may be added over the current category number allowed for $25 per additional staff for the remainder of that membership year. At the time of renewal, the dues invoice will reflect the total number of staff at the new category rate.

What is the most efficient way to pay for my membership?
Payments for membership dues are accepted by check and credit card (procurement cards are accepted; however, all charges will be in US Funds). Checks should be mailed to NIGP, 151 Spring Street, Herndon, VA 20170. For payment by credit card, please contact the Membership Department, at 800-FOR-NIGP x223.

I am a national member of NIGP. Am I automatically enrolled in my state or local chapter of NIGP (or vice versa)?
Although NIGP Chapters subscribe to NIGP’s principles and develop partnerships with the National office in the sponsorship of educational seminars, the chapters are legally separate entities. NIGP urges you to also join your state or local chapter to gain full access to professional development and networking opportunities in your geographical area. Check NIGP’s Web site for a list of NIGP Chapters.

If I leave my organization, does my membership "travel" with me?
The membership belongs to the agency. However, if your job is with a public purchasing agency, that agency may already be a member. If not, we strongly encourage you to have them join NIGP.

When may I change my membership staff listings?
Changes to a membership staff listing may occur only once a year, at the time of the renewal, unless:

1. Adding of staff does not exceed the number of allowable staff based on the paid membership category; or

2. If an employee has left the agency and has been replaced by another employee (no substitutions)

Additional staff may be added (over number allowed) for $25 per additional staff for the remainder of that membership year. At the time of renewal, the dues invoice will reflect the total number of staff at the new category rate.