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Why Procurement Transparency Isn’t as Clear as You Think

NIGP Code and Consulting President Marcheta Gillespie shares three obstacles impacting transparency in procurement and how technology can overcome them.

Harnessing AI for Local Government Innovation: Building Stronger, Safer, Smarter Communities

On January 27, the Technology Foresight Council (TFC)—co-hosted by the North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG), TXShare Cooperative Purchasing Program, the Alliance for Innovation, and sponsored by Civic Marketplace—gathered local government leaders and industry experts to explore how artificial intelligence (AI) can redefine and enhance delivery of public services.

How a New Partnership Between AFI and Civic Marketplace is Accelerating the Transformation of Procurement

The AFI and Civic Marketplace partnership aims to reduce procurement’s common challenges by putting advanced technology into the hands of local government innovators.

Finally, Government Procurement Just Got Easier. A New Collaboration is Making it Possible

Civic Marketplace and TXShare team up to solve the public sector’s procurement challenges and save governments and taxpayers millions.

Smart Contracts, Stronger Communities: TXShare and Civic Marketplace Join Forces to Revolutionize Local Government Purchasing

Now TXShare members can more easily find the contracts they need with free access to Civic Marketplace.

Professionals Share The Top Seven Public Procurement Challenges Today

We asked leaders from around the US what they think are the top seven public procurement challenges today. Here's what they had to say.

Civic Marketplace Raises $3.2M to Transform Government Procurement, Announces Partnerships with Major Industry Leading Organizations

AI-powered platform gains momentum with North Central Texas Council of Governments adoption, bringing modern procurement to local agencies across the country

How Smart Tech Can Help Small Cities Overcome Procurement Challenges

Small cities face big procurement challenges like tight budgets and weak purchasing power. Now, new technology makes it easier for small governments to get better deals.

NIGP Code & Consulting and Civic Marketplace Join Forces to Modernize Procurement

New Partnership Seeks to Lead the Future of Procurement with AI-Driven Innovation

North Central Texas Council of Governments Engages with Civic Marketplace to Transform Public Sector Procurement

Civic Marketplace, Inc is pleased to announce a groundbreaking collaboration with The North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG).

Civic Marketplace at CivStart: Driving Innovation in Government Procurement

The CivStart State of GovTech conference in Kansas City proved to be an incredible gathering of leaders and innovators, and Civic Marketplace was excited to be part of the momentum as a sponsor.

Unlocking Efficiency and Savings in Municipal Procurement with Civic Marketplace

Civic Marketplace revolutionizes municipal procurement by streamlining processes, cutting timelines, and ensuring compliance, enabling municipalities to save time and money while enhancing efficiency and public accountability

Rebuilding Community Fabric through a Civic Marketplace: The Equation for Success

Public sector procurement, seen as essential infrastructure, enhances community building by ensuring efficient and equitable resource allocation, thereby improving resident outcomes.

The Government Procurement Crisis You Haven’t Heard Of, And How We Can Fix It

Government procurement is facing a perfect storm of challenges that is crippling its ability to serve citizens effectively.