Procurement Training Schedule
2023
7
November2023
Reading a Purchase Requisition and Making Purchasing DecisionsWhen a buyer receives a Purchase Requisition (PR), what parts of it should he or she review to ensure a clear understanding of the purchasing need? What are the first steps and decisions to make to move forward with the procurement correctly? This class will cover the concepts of how to review a PR to initiate a solicitation, how to determine if it should result in a PO or an OA, checking for existing contracts, understanding purchasing authority, and determining the appropriate procurement method. Critical for buyers and their supervisors, this class is also very beneficial for those who assist in the procurement process. Note: Scheduled for 1.5 hours to allow for optional Q&A and discussion, if necessary, but content delivery should be no more than 1 hour.
9:00-10:30 AMClick here to register.
2024
January
9
January2024
Preparing for a SolicitationThere are initial steps a procurement professional should take to ensure a smooth and efficient procurement process and to help avoid the risk of a protest, re-bid, or future contract issues. This class offers tools and training for executing market research and for properly planning the solicitation process steps and their timing. Critical for buyers and their supervisors, this class can also greatly benefit the requesting end user and the requisitioner.
10:00-11:00 AMClick here to register.
11
January2024
Procurement OverviewProcurement Overview is a great class for newly hired procurement personnel, but it is also a good refresher for seasoned employees. This class introduces procurement in Arkansas, explains how law and ethics set parameters for the procurement process, and provides an overview of the procurement methods established by Arkansas law and how to choose the appropriate procurement method for a purchase.
10:00-11:00 AMClick here to register.
18
January2024
Preparing for a SolicitationThere are initial steps a procurement professional should take to ensure a smooth and efficient procurement process and to help avoid the risk of a protest, re-bid, or future contract issues. This class offers tools and training for executing market research and for properly planning the solicitation process steps and their timing. Critical for buyers and their supervisors, this class can also greatly benefit the requesting end user and the requisitioner.
10:00-11:00 AMClick here to register.
23
January2024
Creating a SolicitationWhen it is time for award to a vendor, the solicitation document the buyer creates actually becomes a part of the resultant contract. This class provides instruction on how to ensure that solicitation language: is compliant with Arkansas Procurement Law; is contractually sound and meets the needs of the agency; and provides recourse to the agency in case of an under-performing contractor. Join us to learn about using the OSP solicitation templates, developing specifications, and creating performance standards. Critical for buyers and their supervisors or document approvers, this class is also beneficial to requisitioners and other procurement personnel. Note: Scheduled for 1.5 hours to allow for optional Q&A and discussion, if necessary, but content delivery should be no more than 1 hour.
10:00-11:30 AMClick here to register.
31
January2024
Creating a SolicitationWhen it is time for award to a vendor, the solicitation document the buyer creates actually becomes a part of the resultant contract. This class provides instruction on how to ensure that solicitation language: is compliant with Arkansas Procurement Law; is contractually sound and meets the needs of the agency; and provides recourse to the agency in case of an under-performing contractor. Join us to learn about using the OSP solicitation templates, developing specifications, and creating performance standards. Critical for buyers and their supervisors or document approvers, this class is also beneficial to requisitioners and other procurement personnel. Note: Scheduled for 1.5 hours to allow for optional Q&A and discussion, if necessary, but content delivery should be no more than 1 hour.
2:00-3:30 PMClick here to register.
February
6
February2024
The Solicitation ProcessSolicitations are required to follow certain processes mandated by Arkansas Procurement Law. Join us in this class to learn how to be compliant with those legal requirements. We will discuss supplemental documents for contracts, posting a solicitation, finalizing the solicitation process, Legislative review and reporting, and posting anticipation to award. This class is critical for buyers and their supervisors/document approvers, as well as those who support the procurement process.
10:00-11:00 AMClick here to register.
15
February2024
The Solicitation ProcessSolicitations are required to follow certain processes mandated by Arkansas Procurement Law. Join us in this class to learn how to be compliant with those legal requirements. We will discuss supplemental documents for contracts, posting a solicitation, finalizing the solicitation process, Legislative review and reporting, and posting anticipation to award. This class is critical for buyers and their supervisors/document approvers, as well as those who support the procurement process.
10:00-11:00 AMClick here to register.
20
February2024
The Resultant Contract and General Contract AdministrationThe anticipation to award period has ended, and the buyer is ready to issue the contract. However, the procurement process for this purchase is not over after the contract is issued. In this class, learn about the legal requirements of the procurement record, the Freedom of Information Act, Vendor Performance Reports (VPRs), and closing a contract at the end of the contract term. Critical for buyers, their supervisors, and anyone who is involved in the administration of an existing contract.
10:00-11:00 AMClick here to register.
29
February2024
The Resultant Contract and General Contract AdministrationThe anticipation to award period has ended, and the buyer is ready to issue the contract. However, the procurement process for this purchase is not over after the contract is issued. In this class, learn about the legal requirements of the procurement record, the Freedom of Information Act, Vendor Performance Reports (VPRs), and closing a contract at the end of the contract term. Critical for buyers, their supervisors, and anyone who is involved in the administration of an existing contract.
10:00-11:00 AMClick here to register.
