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Since its launch in 2020, the NIGP-CPP certification has met a clear demand: a competency-based credential designed for public procurement leaders. Today, it’s the most sought-after certification in the field—symbolizing not just achievement, but a commitment to excellence and leadership.

With the August exam results in, NIGP proudly welcome 52 new professionals to the NIGP-CPP community—bringing the total to 1,730 NIGP-CPP certifications awarded to procurement leaders.

Please join us in congratulating ETPA member Daniel Parke, with the Knoxville Utilities Board, on attaining the NIGP-CPP!

Now it's your turn. Be recognized. Be respected. Be ready—with NIGP-CPP
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Published On 9/5/2025
It's time to submit the 2025 ETPA Award Nominations!!

Each year, ETPA recognizes members who have achieved hallmark status in the eyes of their peers. Members may nominate a peer for an award or self-nominate. The ETPA Member Awards are designed to showcase your exemplary service and outstanding accomplishments and contributions to your entity, the Chapter, and the profession.

The 2025 ETPA Award Program Nominations form may be found in the Document Library under Awards Nominations. All nominations must be submitted to ETPA Recognition Chair Stacey Lewis at staceyl@hamiltontn.gov by September 30, 2025.
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The East Tennessee Purchasing Association, an Official Chapter of NIGP, serves public procurement officials employed in local government agencies in the Eastern region and throughout the state of Tennessee. ETPA was chartered in 1987 to promote, support, and advance the public procurement profession 

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