Chief Procurement Officer (CPO) Responsibilities and Delegation Authority

This OIG Academy webinar will outline the responsibilities of a CPO and when the delegation of CPO authority must be reported to the Office of the Inspector General. 

Table of Contents

Overview

Under Chapter 30B, local jurisdictions may appoint a chief procurement officer (CPO) to oversee the procurement of a supply or service or to dispose of a supply. Learn the responsibilities of the CPO and how and when the delegation of CPO authority must be reported to the Office of the Inspector General. Also, the training will discuss the benefits and challenges of a centralized vs. a decentralized procurement process.

  • Prerequisite: None
  • Class Level: Basic
  • Instructional Method: Online - OIG Academy Online Class Technical Specifications
  • Advanced Prep: None
  • Credits: 1
  • Cost: Free
  • Registration closes two weeks before the class start date.
  • Blackboard® or other virtual platform login details will be emailed to registrants.

Class dates and times:

  • June 4, 2024, 1pm - 2:15 p.m.
  • August 20, 2024, 1 p.m. - 2:15 p.m. (Registration opens July 1, 2024.)

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Last updated: April 12, 2024

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