Join MPPA

MPPA MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS

• Educational development through FREE workshops at general meetings.
• Discounted rates for NIGP seminars.
• Professional assistance in obtaining and maintaining certification.
• Networking and interacting with purchasing professionals throughout the State of Maryland.
• Funding assistance for educational training.
• Funding assistance for certification examination.

JOIN MPPA TODAY

To join online using a credit card, P-card or check, click here. See the Membership Fees area below for information on the various levels of membership offered by MPPA.

Please note: Membership is contingent upon MPPA Board approval. If the Board does not accept your application, your application fee will be refunded.

Questions about joining or about the organization? Contact the MPPA Membership Chairperson:

Margie J. Foster, CPPB
MPPA Membership Chairperson
3407 Rockdale Court
Windsor Mill, MD 21244
Phone: (410) 625-5575
Fax: (410) 468-1704
mfoster@sra.state.md.us

GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETINGS

General membership meetings are usually held on the second Thursday every other month (January, March, May, July, September and November) 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at surrounding restaurants. A luncheon is provided for a modest charge followed by an educational workshop or speaker. For information about the next general membership meeting, check the upcoming events listings.

EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES

The Maryland Public Purchasing Association, Inc. offers educational and training seminars designed for members to obtain professional certification status, including Certified Public Procurement Officer (CPPO) and Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB). For more information, refer to the Education section of our web site.

Membership Fees

Current Annual New Membership Fees

Current Annual Renewal Membership Fees

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