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Learning Labs

Hands-On Workshops

An educational series that provides learners with best practice guidance on a variety of technical and hard skills needed for public procurement success.

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May 20, 2025
Learning Lab 4 052025: Introduction to Bonds and Surety's (Member) $89.00
Learning Lab 4 052025: Introduction to Bonds and Surety's (Non-Member) $185.00
Time: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM Eastern Time
Instructor: Online Learning
Level: Foundation
Virtual Instructor-Led
May 22, 2025
Learning Lab 5 052225: Bonds and Sureties' a Deeper Dive - Bid Bonds and Performance Bonds (Member) $89.00
Learning Lab 5 052225: Bonds and Sureties' a Deeper Dive - Bid Bonds and Performance Bonds (Non-Member) $189.00
Time: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM Eastern Time
Instructor: Online Learning
Level: Foundation
Virtual Instructor-Led
May 29, 2025
Learning Lab 6 052925: Cybersecurity - Procurement's Role in Managing Supplier Cybersecurity Risk and Wrap-up (Member) $89.00
Learning Lab 6 052925: Cybersecurity - Procurement's Role in Managing Supplier Cybersecurity Risk and Wrap-up (Non-Member) $189.00
Time: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM Eastern Time
Instructor: Online Learning
Level: Foundation
Virtual Instructor-Led
With Kirk Buffington

Mastering Risk and Surety Bonds: A Comprehensive Learning Lab Series for the Public Sector

Join us as we take a six-week deep dive into the world of risk management where we’ll explore crucial topics including Enterprise Risk Management, cybersecurity, risk analysis, and surety bonds. Walk away with practical insights and actionable learning on different types of risks, managing uncertainties, and the intricacies of bid and performance bonds.

Whether you're new to the field or seeking to enhance your expertise, this learning lab series will provide you with the knowledge and tools necessary to navigate the complexities of risk and bonding in public procurement.

3:00 - 5:00 PM ET
Contact Hours: 2

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Learning Lab 4: Introduction to Bonds and Surety’s

Want to safeguard taxpayer dollars and ensure your government projects are completed successfully? Register for this lab to understand the difference between bonds and insurance, the various types of bonds used in government procurement, the risks of alternative bid security, and the crucial relationship between contractors, owners, and sureties.

 May 20


Learning Lab 5: Bonds and Sureties’ a Deeper Dive – Bid Bonds and Performance Bonds

This session focuses on the different forms of bid security and how each may impact the contract and the due diligence that needs to take place prior to awarding a contract. Understand the dangers (potential claims) of each bond, the risks associated with alternatives to surety bonds, how bond rates are set, and the three types of contract performance consents.

 May 22


Learning Lab 6: Cybersecurity – Procurement’s Role in Managing Supplier Cybersecurity Risk and Wrap-up

Worried about cyber threats? This lab covers fundamental laws impacting organizational responses to cybersecurity threats and data breaches. Learn about cyber insurance evolution, collaborative risk mitigation planning, the importance of individual cyber responsibility, and prevalent threat vectors.

 May 29

Speaker

Kirk W Buffington, FNIGP, NIGP-CPP, CPPO, C.P.M., MBA, MLS

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