Achievers & Accolades

PWC Procurement Department recognized with award

By Staff Report, posted 1 year ago
PWC Procurement and Economic Inclusion Department at the commissioner's meeting on March 26, 2025. 
Photo provided by: PWC 

For the third consecutive year, the PWC Procurement and Economic Inclusion Department has been recognized for their commitment to excellence, earning the North Carolina Association of Governmental Purchasing (NCAGP) Sustained Professional Purchasing Award (SPPA). This award is granted to NC agencies that uphold the highest standards in governmental procurement, demonstrating leadership and best practices throughout the 2024 calendar year.

The award criteria reflect key procurement priorities, including:

  • Technology advancements that enhance efficiency and transparency
  • Minority and small business outreach to foster economic inclusion
  • Professional staff certification to ensure industry expertise
  • End-user and vendor training to strengthen procurement knowledge
  • Commitment to sustainability

“Receiving this award for the third consecutive year is a testament to PWC’s dedication to procurement excellence, responsible stewardship, and inclusive economic growth.” said Rhonda Graham, CFO for PWC, in a press release.

Members of this team accepted the award at the NCAGP Spring Conference Banquet in Greensboro, NC, on March 19, 2025. The PWC Procurement Department’s accomplishment showcases their outstanding procurement capabilities and emphasizes PWC’s commitment to supporting Fayetteville’s community.

To learn more about PWC’s Procurement programs, visit www.FayPWC.com/Purchasing/.

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