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Join us for an unforgettable experience at the Maryland Public Purchasing Association (MPPA) Area II Conference!

📅 September 29 – October 1, 2027
📍 The Grand Hotel
2100 Baltimore Avenue
Ocean City, Maryland

Get ready to connect, collaborate, and lead—stronger together. This three-day conference will bring procurement professionals from across the region together for impactful learning, meaningful networking, and powerful conversations that move our profession forward.

The Maryland Public Purchasing Association (MPPA) is excited to launch an opportunity for our community to support a great cause while having a chance to win big!

We are hosting a raffle where one lucky winner will receive two (2) tickets to a 2026 Baltimore Ravens home game. Whether you’re a die-hard Ravens fan or just love the energy of game day, this is your chance to experience it live—while supporting the advancement of procurement professionals across Maryland.

Honoring MPPA women in procurement for Women's History Month & Procurement Month!

March is both Women’s History Month and Procurement Month, and it’s only fitting that we take this opportunity to highlight some of the incredible procurement professionals we know and admire. Today, we are proud to spotlight Ruth Carnes, CPPB!

We're going virtual! Join us for MPPA's free day of training on Thursday, March 26th!

March is both Women’s History Month and Procurement Month, and it’s only fitting that we take this opportunity to highlight some of the incredible procurement professionals we know and admire. Today, we are proud to spotlight Janile Scott!

March is both Women’s History Month and Procurement Month, and it’s only fitting that we take this opportunity to highlight some of the incredible procurement professionals we know and admire. Today, we are proud to spotlight Tanya Parker!

March is both Women’s History Month and Procurement Month, and it’s only fitting that we take this opportunity to highlight some of the incredible procurement professionals we know and admire. Today, we are proud to spotlight Ruthena Milbourne, CPPB.

March is Procurement Month!

Happy Black History Month, MPPA!

Award Notification: MPPA Procurement Manager of the Year

Kristal Burgess honored as Procurement Specialist of the Year

Craig Cook honored as procurement specialist of the year!

Daniel Mays Honored with the Stanley D. Zemansky Award

Sydnee Distance Honored with the Harry H. Bain Distinguished Service Award

Happy New Year!

Guess Who’s Keynoting This Saturday? 👀

Nominate someone amazing today!

We’re excited to announce the candidates running for Director positions. There are four candidates and two open seats available on the Board of Directors.

Call for nominations!

We look forward to seeing each of you at our July General Membership Meeting!

As we observe Juneteenth, the Maryland Public Purchasing Association (MPPA) honors and reflects on this significant moment in our nation’s history...

Get ready for the Area Two Conference in Delaware! 🏆

Please view a Black History Month message from the President of MPPA.