Upcoming Events
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Wed07Aug20198:30 am - 4:00 PMState Capitol Building
Vendor Outreach
This event is open to all vendors who want to learn more about doing business with the State of Idaho. More to come on this event
Course Catalog and Training Dates
Procurement Training for State Employees
| Course | Date and Time | Description | Intended Audience | Deadline to Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Statewide Contracts and Spending Limits | Online | This training is a very high-level review of two basic concepts in state procurement: Spending limits and Statewide/open contracts. |
This training is open to anyone; however, it covers requirements that apply specifically to “agencies” as defined in Idaho Code 67-9203(3). This generally includes executive level state agencies. If you do not work for an “agency” (or if you don’t know if these requirements apply to you), contact your purchasing representative, legal counsel, or DOP. | Click Here to View Training |
| Introduction to Public Procurement | An introduction to the statutes, rules, policies, and procedures administered by the Division of Purchasing. Pre-requisites: none. (Note: this class is a pre-requisite for many other classes. | Open to any agency/political subdivision staff interested in public purchasing. Specifically designed for: agency purchasing staff, especially those new to Idaho procurement; agency staff responsible for small purchases; project managers | ||
| Request for Quotes (RFQs) | A detailed look at the RFQ process including document development, specifications and other requirements, quote evaluation, contract language, and other common issues. Pre-requisites: Intro to Public Procurement. (Note: This class is a pre-requisite for the Introduction to ITBs and RFPs class.) | Agency/political subdivision staff who will be responsible for drafting RFQs and potentially administering the RFQ process | Register For Class | |
| Exemptions | An introduction to the various exemptions considered by DOP, with a focus on how to provide necessary information. Pre-requisites: Intro to Public Procurement | Agency purchasing staff, end users, or managers who will be involved with requesting exemptions | Register For Class | |
| Inspection, Acceptance, and Performance Monitoring | A detailed look at "acceptance" of goods and services through various methods of inspection, as well as methods for ongoing performance monitoring. Pre-requisites: none. | Agency buyers, end-users, and project managers. Specifically targeted at employees who will actually perform inspection and monitoring of goods and services. | Register For Class | |
| Writing Specifications | TBD | A detailed look at developing specifications. Pre-requisite: Intro to Public Procurement. | Agency buyer and subject matter experts (SMEs) who will help develop specifications. | Register For Class |
| Introduction to ITBs and RFPs | An introduction to formal solicitations, including determination of the appropriate solicitation method, identification of key issues, and the evaluation and award process. Pre-requisites: Intro to Public Procurement AND Request for Quotes (RFQs). | Agency purchasing staff, SMEs, and managers who will be involved with formal solicitations. | Register For Class |
IPRO Training
Please email IPRO@adm.idaho.gov to express interest in training in IPRO (the State’s eProcurement system). Training will be scheduled as deemed appropriate, depending on interest and immediacy of agency need.
| Course | Date and Time | Description | Intended Audience | Deadline to Register |
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Vendor Outreach
| Course | Date and Time | Location | Intended Audience | Deadline to Register |
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| 7 Aug 19, 9 am - 4 pm | State Capitol Bldg | For vendors who want to learn how to do business with the State of Idaho | 27 Jul 19 | |
Learning Management System(LMS)
DOP Quarterly Workshops
| Date and Time | Location | Agenda | Documentation |
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| 20 Feb 19 9am-12pm |
JRW Building, East Conference Room | Agenda | PowerPoint |
| 18 Sep 19 9am-12am |
JRW Building, East Conference Room | ||
| 11 Dec 19 9am-12am |
JRW Building, East Conference Room |
Other Training Sources
Did You Know?
When determining the “total value” for purposes of choosing the appropriate method of competition, you must include all options, potential renewals, and any reasonably anticipated additions or increases. DOP considers 5 years to be the typical potential life of a contract (some agencies use a shorter window); therefore, if an ongoing service (such as janitorial or landscaping) costs $2,000 or more annually, the total value is $10,000, and an informal solicitation is required.