The Stanley D. Zemansky Educational Aid Program
The Maryland Public Purchasing Association, Inc.'s Stanley D. Zemansky Education Aid Program was established to provide educational opportunities for training and professional development to public purchasing professionals seeking a public purchasing career. MPPA is dedicated to advancing the professional goals of individuals in, or seeking a career in, public procurement, thereby increasing their competency, enhancing their career opportunities and improving the quality of their professional life.
This a year-round program that provides financial aid for courses, programs, and seminars related to public procurement, contracting, materials management, inventory control, specifications development, contract administration, contract negotiations, and other related subjects. This program applies to all areas of educational opportunities.
Due to budgetary constraints, applications will be considered on a first come, first serve basis.
Eligibility and Application Requirements:
- Applicant must be an active current member.
- Application must be signed by member's immediate supervisor validating claim of non-reimbursement by member's agency.
- Application must be submitted to the Recognition Chairperson at least 30 days prior to the actual class/ seminar to ensure a timely decision can be made.
Restrictions:
- Members will only be allowed one class per year if approved.
- Applications received within 30 days of actual registration deadline of a class/ seminar will not be considered due the necessary time required to be reviewed and ensure payment.
Click here to download the application for the Stanley D. Zemansky Educaton Aid Program.
Upon receipt of the completed Application, the Recognition Chairperson shall review the Application for content and compliance. All Applications will be reviewed and approved by a Committee consisting of the Recognition Chair and the MPPA Officers. If the Application is approved, the Chairperson shall forward the request for education aid to the Treasurer so that a check may be issued to the Payee indicated on the Application. If Payee is the Applicant and not the Sponsor or Host Chapter, proof of payment to the Sponsor or Host Chapter must be submitted with the Application.
If denied, the member shall be so notified in writing by the Recognition Chairperson as to the reason(s) for the denial.
The Recognition Chairperson shall maintain a record of all members approved for education aid and shall report such to the Board of Directors.
THE STANLEY D. ZEMANSKY AWARD
Since 1991, the Maryland Public Purchasing Association has presented the Stanley D. Zemansky Award, established to recognize outstanding individuals for their significant contributions and services to public procurement. This prestigious award honors professionals who has given exemplary service, made outstanding contributions and promoted professional development to the public procurement profession.
In 1980, Mr. Zemansky was honored with The Walter Kirkman Award by the National Association of Purchasing Management - Maryland Inc. It is a prestigious and coveted award only presented to those in the procurement profession who have made outstanding commitments and for their long term dedication to professional development.
That same year, Mr. Zemansky helped to establish and become the first president of the Maryland Public Purchasing Association. He served as president until 1982. Mr. Zemansky was very active in NIGP and served as its 39th national President. In 1984, he was honored with the prestigious Albert H. Hall Memorial Award from NIGP.
Mr. Zemansky has motivated, counseled and given guidance to many in our profession and our chapter. He is recognized and respected nationally in both the public and private procurement sectors.
The Stanley D. Zemansky Award is MPPA'S highest award and is associated with a professional who is respected for outstanding deeds and dedication to the procurement profession. This award was established to recognize the dedicated outstanding professional who carries the same respect for procurement and professionalism as does Mr. Zemansky.
The honor of receiving this award from your peers recognizes the outstanding contributions the professional has made and ensures the contributions of Mr. Zemansky will not be forgotten.