As of January 1, 2026, access to all Procurement U courses is a benefit of NASPO and Procurement Professionals Alliance (PPA) membership.

To learn more about PPA membership, visit their website here.  

Course Description:

Type: self-paced, online

Description: This Procurement U microlearning is designed to familiarize public procurement professionals with the basic steps involved in opening sealed bids or proposals. The course provides examples of tools used in the process and reviews the components of a public bid opening event.

Course Technology Requirements: 

• Internet connection
• Support web browsers:
  • Recommended: Chrome, Firefox, Safari (latest versions)
  • Avoid: Internet Explorer and Microsoft Edge
  • If prompted, accept all cookies and allow popups
• Access to Procurement U LMS
• Ability to play and listen to audio through computer speakers or headphones.  Closed captions and transcripts are available where applicable.

Suggested Audience: Any public sector professional looking to take a bite-sized training about facilitating a bid opening.

Contact Hours: This course offers 15 minutes (.25 Contact Hours) for continuing education credit. 

Course Syllabus