Sample Proclamation for Agency.doc

The document is a proclamation by Regina Romero, the Mayor of the City of Tucson, Arizona, declaring the month of March 2023 as Procurement Month and March 8, 2023, as Procurement Professionals' Day in the city. 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 various functions such as contract administration, strategic procurement strategies, and supplier relationships. 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 in March to raise awareness about the procurement profession. The proclamation encourages citizens to recognize the importance of the purchasing and materials management profession in business, industry, and government.