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Accreditation for Quality Public Procurement Departments (QPPD)

We have updated the Accreditation Program for the Quality Public Procurement Departments (QPPD). The application period will be March 1 through May 31.

To assist you in preparing for the updated requirements, a PDF version is available for your reference. View

Current Accreditation Holders:

We greatly value your commitment to procurement excellence. To ensure a smooth transition, all QPPD accreditations set to expire between September 2024 and June 2025 have automatically been extended until June 30, 2025.

We are currently updating the Pareto. We appreciate your ongoing dedication and look forward to continuing this journey of excellence with you.

Accreditation for Quality Public Procurement Departments (QPPD) 

Demonstrating to stakeholders your Procurement Department employs best practices in its operations. 

The QPPD is an online, value-driven self-assessment for procurement departments as they move along the pathway to organizational maturity. During the application process, Procurement Departments identify the laws (i.e., codes, ordinances, regulations, policies, and statutes) that authorize Procurement to perform and delegate procurement activities. The QPPD also assesses the extent to which the Procurement Department employs NIGP’s Global Best Practices. Procurement Departments meeting the minimum requirements are QPPD-accredited for three years.  

QPPD Accreditation Key Benefits: 

  • Incorporates best procurement practices 
  • Enhances confidence from the governing body, internal stakeholders, and community 
  • Identifies opportunities to improve operations and service delivery 
  • Enhances recruitment and retention of professional staff 

QPPD Accredited Procurement Departments

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Application Dates and Fees

March 1 – May 31 

$550  - Members  |  $775  - Non-Members

Contact  Accreditation@NIGP.org  for questions and additional program information. 

Pareto Accreditation

The Pareto program is currently on pause as we assess updates and plan for a future release. 

Pareto Accreditation is named after the founder of the 80/20 rule and is the most prestigious and highest accreditation in our profession of Procurement’s achievement of a strategic role, position, and function within the entity. Pareto Accreditation may be earned only by entities that have achieved QPPD accreditation and successfully completed a prescribed peer review process. Pareto Accreditation is not easily earned due to the rigors inherent to the review process. QPPD accreditation must be active and not expire prior to approval of the Pareto Award. Entities should allow four to six months to complete a Pareto Accreditation assessment. Due to the extensive review process, NIGP will not be able to consider applications filed within six months of their expiration date of the QPPD. We recommend applying for Pareto Accreditation at least nine months prior to the QPPD expiration/renewal date. 

Contact Accreditation@NIGP.org for questions and additional program information.

Pareto Accreditation Recipient

The PARETO Accreditation recognizes those agencies that lead the public procurement profession. Accreditation certification is valid for five years. The following agencies are currently accredited:

  • Tampa International Airport, Hillsborough County Aviation Authority