About NIGP

About NIGP: The Institute for Public Procurement

“NIGP” stands for the National Institute of Governmental Purchasing, Inc. In 2011, we adopted “NIGP: The Institute for Public Procurement” as the go-to-market identity for the Institute to promote our leadership role in supporting public procurement practitioners. 

• NIGP was established in 1944
• Founded through the efforts of then-New York City Mayor and U.S. Conference of Mayors President Fiorello LaGuardia
• 501(c)3 not-for-profit educational association

Who we are

NIGP is committed to elevating the profession and accelerating our members' performance through pioneering ways that include thought-leading content that uses cutting edge technologies, agile leadership development and customized career training that empowers procurement professionals to make a positive difference at work, in their communities and in the world.