Mayoral Proclamation for City of Tucson.doc

The document is a proclamation by Jonathan Rothschild, Mayor of the City of Tucson, Arizona, declaring March 2019 as Procurement Month and March 13, 2019, as Professional Buyer's Day. It highlights the significant role of public procurement professionals in enhancing efficiency and effectiveness in government and business operations. The proclamation emphasizes the value that procurement professionals bring to organizations through contract execution, strategic procurement strategies, and relationship building with suppliers. It also acknowledges the influence of procurement professionals on the economic conditions in the United States. The document underscores the commitment of procurement professionals in the City of Tucson to providing high-caliber support to all city departments and their adherence to the Public Procurement Values and Guiding Principles. Additionally, it mentions NIGP's establishment of Procurement Month to raise awareness about the procurement profession. The proclamation encourages citizens to recognize the importance of purchasing and materials management in business, industry, and government.