Nominate visionaries, leaders, and changemakers who are shaping the future of educational procurement!
At the National Association of Educational Procurement, we believe in the power of exceptional leadership, innovative solutions, and the relentless pursuit of excellence. Each year, the NAEP National Awards shine a spotlight on the professionals who go above and beyond, setting new standards and innovating our industry.
These prestigious awards are a testament to the creativity, dedication, and passion that drive procurement professionals across the country. Whether you are pioneering cutting-edge procurement practices or fostering collaborative partnerships that benefit your entire institution, you are making a difference.
Each award is more than just a recognition — it is a symbol
of the lasting impact your work has on the future of educational procurement.
Join us in nominating the visionaries, leaders, and changemakers who are shaping the future of educational procurement. Together, we elevate the standards of excellence and inspire the next generation of procurement professionals to reach even greater heights.
Bert C. Ahrens Achievement Award
The Bert C. Ahrens Achievement Award is a prestigious award and NAEP’s highest honor. It considers an individual’s contributions to the procurement profession over an extended period of time. It recognizes the recipient’s dedication to the advancement of educational procurement and institutional success.
Excellence in Procurement Award
The Award for Excellence in Procurement recognizes institutions through outstanding contributions to the profession, their institution, and the field of higher education. This includes recognizing institutions whose innovative practices, creative processes, and commitment to continuous improvement exemplify the strategic value of higher education procurement.
Brian Yeoman Sustainable Procurement Award
The Brian Yeoman Sustainable Procurement Award recognizes institutions who have made outstanding contributions to sustainability efforts on their campus and in higher education procurement.
Bob Ashby Mentor of the Year Award
The Bob Ashby Mentor of the Year Award recognizes dedication to the profession through mentorship and advancement of other professionals, including extraordinary contributions to the institution, higher education community and profession. The nominee is an active member of NAEP who cares about the success of their mentee, their institution, and ultimately the educational procurement profession.
Eddie H. Jackson Supplier Diversity Award
The Eddie H. Jackson Supplier Diversity Award recognizes institutions who have made outstanding contributions to supplier diversity and inclusion initiatives on their campuses and in higher education procurement.
Neil D. Markee Volunteer of the Year Award
The Neil D. Markee Volunteer of the Year Award recognizes outstanding contributions to volunteerism and engagement with NAEP, including the advancement of higher education through the written or spoken word.
New Professional in Procurement Award
The New Professional in Procurement Award recognizes those who have been in higher education procurement for five (5) years or less and have made exemplary contributions to the institution, higher education community, the association, or the procurement profession. The nominee will have been an active member of NAEP for at least one year.
IMPACT Award
The NAEP IMPACT Award recognizes an individual, company, or organization who is not a member of NAEP but has made a substantial impact on the organization through collaboration, partnership, or support.
Chosen by NAEP Board
Past Award Winners
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