Confirming Order ONLY--The Forum 2026 Registration Fee - Elevating Procurement in Virginia…

The Virginia Department of Emergency Management issued a confirming order to the Virginia Institute of Procurement—Department of General Services (DGS) on June 9, 2026, for registration fees associated with The Forum 2026, an annual conference focused on elevating procurement practices within Virginia's public procurement community. The single line item contract, valued at $875, covers one registration fee for the premier professional development event designed to facilitate networking among peers and suppliers while providing practical insights on contemporary procurement topics.

The deliverable consists of a conference registration for attendee Felicia Shelton to participate in The Forum 2026, which features educational sessions addressing topics including human resources management, stress management, sustainability, and Virginia Retirement System (VRS) matters. The conference programming draws subject matter expertise from organizations including the National Association of State Procurement Officials (NASPO), eVA, the Virginia Information Technologies Agency (VITA), and the Virginia Drycleaner's Council (VDC). The contract represents a one-time expenditure with no specified annual value or extended performance period beyond the event date.