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Up to $18,058 in membership value
Calculated from the list value of included benefits with full utilization; actual value varies by member participation.
Not sure which membership tier is right for you? Explore the benefits, criteria, and pricing below to discover your perfect match.
Student and Emerging Professional Membership
| Student / Emerging Professional | FREE |
Eligibility Requirements:
To be eligible, applicants must be currently enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate student at an accredited junior/community college, 4-year college, or university; or be a current middle or high school student.
Membership Benefits Include:
- Access to PPA Network Communities: Connect with peers and mentors
- Procurement U Online Self-Paced Courses: Comprehensive educational content at your own pace
- Procurement U Microlearning: Quick, targeted learning modules
- Discounted Pricing on External Courses: Save on continuing education
- Monthly Newsletter: Stay informed on industry trends
- Volunteer Opportunities: Build your network and experience
Professional/Stakeholder Membership
| Professional/Stakeholder | $35/year |
Eligibility Requirements:
Eligible individuals are those who are stakeholders to the procurement process, employed by a state or local government (or political subdivision), non-profit, educational, federal, or international institution.
Membership Benefits Include:
- Access to PPA Network Communities: Connect with peers and industry leaders
- Access to Procurement U Online Self-Paced Courses: Comprehensive educational content at your own pace
- Procurement U Microlearning: Quick, targeted learning modules
- Procurement U Instructor-Led Courses: Interactive learning with industry experts – Limited Availability
- Discounted pricing on external courses: Save on continuing education opportunities
- Monthly Newsletter: Industry insights and updates
- Eligibility for Exchange Conference attendance and Reimbursement: Exchange conference participation support
- Volunteer Opportunities: Professional development and networking
- E-Version State and Local Government Procurement: “Practical Guide” essential reference material
- Reimbursement of application and exam fees for those who pass the CPPO/CPPB exam (starting 1/1/2026)
Procurement Institution Membership:
| Procurement Staff Size | Pricing |
|---|---|
| 1-10 staff | $150/year |
| 11-25 staff | $450/year |
| 26-75 staff | $1,000/year |
| 76 or more staff | Pricing starts at $1140/year for teams over 75 |
Eligibility Requirements:
Current state or local governments/political subdivisions, non-profit organizations, educational, federal, international institutions.
Membership Benefits Include:
- Access to PPA Network Communities: Connect with peers and industry leaders
- Access to Procurement U Online Self-Paced Courses: Comprehensive educational content at your own pace
- Procurement U Microlearning: Quick, targeted learning modules
- Procurement U Instructor-Led Courses: Interactive learning with industry experts – Limited Availability
- Discounted pricing on external courses: Save on continuing education opportunities
- Monthly Newsletter Industry insights and updates
- Eligibility for Exchange Conference attendance and Reimbursement: Annual conference participation support
- Multiple User Access: Extend your benefits across your organization
- Institutional Networking: Connect with other procurement organizations
- Reimbursement of application and exam fees for those who pass the CPPO/CPPB exam (starting 1/1/2026)
Individual Private Sector Membership
| Individual Private Sector | $395/year |
Eligibility Requirements:
Eligible individuals are those who are employed by private sector organizations that provide goods/services/solutions to public sector, educational and non-profit organizations.
Membership Benefits Include:
- Access to PPA Network Communities: Connect with peers and industry leaders
- Discounted pricing on external courses: Save on continuing education opportunities
- Monthly Newsletter: Market insights and trends
- Volunteer Opportunities: Build relationships with procurement professionals
- Exchange Conference Registration Discount for 2027 Exchange
- Reimbursement of application and exam fees for those who pass the CPPO/CPPB exam (starting 1/1/2026)
Private Sector Organization Membership:
| Number of PPA Members | Pricing |
|---|---|
| 3 or less members | $750/year |
| 4-5 members | $1,250/year |
| Additional members (each) | $250/year |
Eligibility Requirements:
Private sector organizations that provide goods/services/solutions to
public sector, educational and non-profit organizations.
Membership Benefits Include:
- Access to PPA Network Communities: Connect with peers and industry leaders
- Discounted pricing on external courses: Save on continuing education opportunities
- Monthly Newsletter: Market insights and trends
- Volunteer opportunities: build relationships with procurement professionals
- Exchange Conference Registration Discount for 2027 Exchange
- Reimbursement of application and exam fees for those who pass the CPPO/CPPB exam (beginning 1/1/2026)
Student/Emerging Professional Membership
| Student / Emerging Professional | FREE |
Eligibility Requirements:
To be eligible, applicants must be currently enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate student at an accredited junior/community college, 4-year college, or university; or be a current middle or high school student.
Membership Benefits Include:
- Access to PPA Network Communities: Connect with peers and mentors
- Procurement U Online Self-Paced Courses: Comprehensive educational content at your own pace
- Procurement U Microlearning: Quick, targeted learning modules
- Discounted Pricing on External Courses: Save on continuing education
- Monthly Newsletter: Stay informed on industry trends
- Volunteer Opportunities: Build your network and experience
Professional/Stakeholder Membership
| Professional/Stakeholder | $35/year |
Eligibility Requirements:
Eligible individuals are those who are stakeholders to the procurement process, employed by a state or local government (or political subdivision), non-profit, educational, federal, or international institution.
Membership Benefits Include:
- Access to PPA Network Communities: Connect with peers and industry leaders
- Access to Procurement U Online Self-Paced Courses: Comprehensive educational content at your own pace
- Procurement U Microlearning: Quick, targeted learning modules
- Procurement U Instructor-Led Courses: Interactive learning with industry experts – Limited Availability
- Discounted pricing on external courses: Save on continuing education opportunities
- Monthly Newsletter: Industry insights and updates
- Eligibility for Exchange Conference attendance and Reimbursement: Exchange conference participation support
- Volunteer Opportunities: Professional development and networking
- E-Version State and Local Government Procurement: “Practical Guide” essential reference material
- Reimbursement of application and exam fees for those who pass the CPPO/CPPB exam (starting 1/1/2026)
Procurement Institution Membership
| Procurement Staff Size | Pricing |
|---|---|
| 1-10 staff | $150/year |
| 11-25 staff | $450/year |
| 26-75 staff | $1,000/year |
| 76 or more staff | Pricing starts at $1140/year for teams over 75 |
Eligibility Requirements:
Current state or local governments/political subdivisions, non-profit organizations, educational, federal, international institutions.
Membership Benefits Include:
- Access to PPA Network Communities: Connect with peers and industry leaders
- Access to Procurement U Online Self-Paced Courses: Comprehensive educational content at your own pace
- Procurement U Microlearning: Quick, targeted learning modules
- Procurement U Instructor-Led Courses: Interactive learning with industry experts – Limited Availability
- Discounted pricing on external courses: Save on continuing education opportunities
- Monthly Newsletter Industry insights and updates
- Eligibility for Exchange Conference attendance and Reimbursement: Annual conference participation support
- Multiple User Access: Extend your benefits across your organization
- Institutional Networking: Connect with other procurement organizations
- Reimbursement of application and exam fees for those who pass the CPPO/CPPB exam (starting 1/1/2026)
Individual Private Sector Membership
| Individual Supplier | $395/year |
Eligibility Requirements:
Eligible individuals are those who are employed by private sector organizations that provide goods/services/solutions to public sector, educational and non-profit organizations.
Membership Benefits Include:
- Access to PPA Network Communities: Connect with peers and industry leaders
- Discounted pricing on external courses: Save on continuing education opportunities
- Monthly Newsletter: Market insights and trends
- Volunteer Opportunities: Build relationships with procurement professionals
- Exchange Conference Registration Discount for 2027 Exchange
- Reimbursement of application and exam fees for those who pass the CPPO/CPPB exam (starting 1/1/2026)
Private Sector Organization Membership
| Number of PPA Members | Pricing |
|---|---|
| 3 or less members | $750/year |
| 4-5 members | $1,250/year |
| Additional members (each) | $250/year |
Eligibility Requirements:
Private sector organizations that provide goods/services/solutions to
public sector, educational and non-profit organizations.
Membership Benefits Include:
- Access to PPA Network Communities: Connect with peers and industry leaders
- Discounted pricing on external courses: Save on continuing education opportunities
- Monthly Newsletter: Market insights and trends
- Volunteer opportunities: build relationships with procurement professionals
- Exchange Conference Registration Discount for 2027 Exchange
- Reimbursement of application and exam fees for those who pass the CPPO/CPPB exam (beginning 1/1/2026)
Student and Emerging Professional Membership
| Student/Emerging Professional | FREE |
Eligibility Requirements:
To be eligible, applicants must be currently enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate student at an accredited junior/community college, 4-year college, or university; or be a current middle or high school student.
Membership Benefits Include:
- Access to PPA Network Communities: Connect with peers and mentors
- Procurement U Online Self-Paced Courses: Comprehensive educational content at your own pace
- Procurement U Microlearning: Quick, targeted learning modules
- Discounted Pricing on External Courses: Save on continuing education
- Monthly Newsletter: Stay informed on industry trends
- Volunteer Opportunities: Build your network and experience
Professional/Stakeholder Membership
| Professional/Stakeholder | $35/year |
Eligibility Requirements:
Eligible individuals are those who are stakeholders to the procurement process, employed by a state or local government (or political subdivision), non-profit, educational, federal, or international institution.
Membership Benefits Include:
- Access to PPA Network Communities: Connect with peers and industry leaders
- Access to Procurement U Online Self-Paced Courses: Comprehensive educational content at your own pace
- Procurement U Microlearning: Quick, targeted learning modules
- Procurement U Instructor-Led Courses: Interactive learning with industry experts – Limited Availability
- Discounted pricing on external courses: Save on continuing education opportunities
- Monthly Newsletter: Industry insights and updates
- Eligibility for Exchange Conference attendance and Reimbursement: Exchange conference participation support
- Volunteer Opportunities: Professional development and networking
- E-Version State and Local Government Procurement: “Practical Guide” essential reference material
- Reimbursement of application and exam fees for those who pass the CPPO/CPPB exam (starting 1/1/2026)
Procurement Institution Membership:
| Procurement Staff Size | Pricing |
|---|---|
| 1-10 staff | $150/year |
| 11-25 staff | $450/year |
| 26-75 staff | $1,000/year |
| 76 or more staff | Pricing starts at $1140/year for teams over 75 |
Eligibility Requirements:
Current state or local governments/political subdivisions, non-profit organizations, educational, federal, international institutions.
Membership Benefits Include:
- Access to PPA Network Communities: Connect with peers and industry leaders
- Access to Procurement U Online Self-Paced Courses: Comprehensive educational content at your own pace
- Procurement U Microlearning: Quick, targeted learning modules
- Procurement U Instructor-Led Courses: Interactive learning with industry experts – Limited Availability
- Discounted pricing on external courses: Save on continuing education opportunities
- Monthly Newsletter Industry insights and updates
- Eligibility for Exchange Conference attendance and Reimbursement: Annual conference participation support
- Multiple User Access: Extend your benefits across your organization
- Institutional Networking: Connect with other procurement organizations
- Reimbursement of application and exam fees for those who pass the CPPO/CPPB exam (starting 1/1/2026)
Individual Private Sector Membership
| Individual Supplier | $395/year |
Eligibility Requirements:
Eligible individuals are those who are employed by private sector organizations that provide goods/services/solutions to public sector, educational and non-profit organizations.
Membership Benefits Include:
- Access to PPA Network Communities: Connect with peers and industry leaders
- Discounted pricing on external courses: Save on continuing education opportunities
- Monthly Newsletter: Market insights and trends
- Volunteer Opportunities: Build relationships with procurement professionals
- Exchange Conference Registration Discount for 2027 Exchange
- Reimbursement of application and exam fees for those who pass the CPPO/CPPB exam (starting 1/1/2026)
Private Sector Organization Membership
| Number of PPA Members | Pricing |
|---|---|
| 3 or less members | $750/year |
| 4-5 members | $1,250/year |
| Additional members (each) | $250/year |
Eligibility Requirements:
Private sector organizations that provide goods/services/solutions to
public sector, educational and non-profit organizations.
Membership Benefits Include:
- Access to PPA Network Communities: Connect with peers and industry leaders
- Discounted pricing on external courses: Save on continuing education opportunities
- Monthly Newsletter: Market insights and trends
- Volunteer opportunities: build relationships with procurement professionals
- Exchange Conference Registration Discount for 2027 Exchange
- Reimbursement of application and exam fees for those who pass the CPPO/CPPB exam (beginning 1/1/2026)
Leading with Vision
PPA is a non-profit organization created to unify and elevate the profession. It is a place for all procurement stakeholders.
PPA is more than just an organization. It is a vision for the profession. PPA believes that together, we can shape a more connected, knowledgeable, and empowered industry.
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Expand Your Knowledge, Elevate Your Career
NASPO’s Procurement U – the preferred education provider for PPA – offers award-winning training and career resources that empower public procurement professionals to advance their skills and better serve their communities.
Access available to approved PPA Members.
Popular course links:
Expand Your Knowledge, Elevate Your Career
NASPO’s Procurement U – the preferred education provider for PPA – offers award-winning training and career resources that empower public procurement professionals to advance their skills and better serve their communities.
Access available to approved PPA Members.
Popular course links:
Expand Your Knowledge, Elevate Your Career
NASPO’s Procurement U – the preferred education provider for PPA – offers award-winning training and career resources that empower public procurement professionals to advance their skills and better serve their communities.
Access available to approved PPA Members.
Popular course links:
