OSP TRAINING CALENDAR

Scheduled trainings are live presentations (virtual or in-person).  Most of these require registration.

 Registration for these trainings will be completed in the Learning area (ELM) of Self Service. Please refer to the instructions and course codes.  If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in a training session, email OSP.Training.Coordinator@state.mn.us to tell us what kind of accommodation you need. We will contact you by email to confirm your request.

 If you have difficulty enrolling in the classes through Self Service, contact the OSP Training Coordinator.

January

  • Amendments 101 (Virtual)
Learn the basics of drafting contract amendments, including key issues, legal requirements and best practices
Course Date: Wednesday, January 21, 2026, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Course Code: G02OSPA101

  • Authority for Local Purchase (ALP) Certification Program - $25,000 (Virtual)
Entry-level ALP training certifies state employees to make purchases up to $25,000 after completing the required coursework, exam, and SWIFT class.
Course Date: Wednesday, January 14, 2026, 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM & 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Course Date: Thursday, January 15, 2026, 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM & 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Course Code: G02OSPALP

  • Contract Management 101 (Virtual)
Learn where contract management fits in the procurement cycle and how to use key tools for effective contract oversight.
Course Date: Wednesday, January 21, 2026, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Course Code: C02CM101

February

  • PT Series 1 – PT Foundations (Virtual)
PT Foundations is a four-part online course series providing a high-level overview of Professional/Technical contracting.
  • Part 1: Professional/Technical Overview
Tuesday, February 3, 2026, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Course Code: G02OSPPTO
  • Part 2: Drafting & Facilitating Solicitations
Thursday, February 5, 2026, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Course Code: G02OSPDFS
  • Part 3: Evaluation & Negotiation
Tuesday, February 10, 2026, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Course Code: G02OSPEN
  • Part 4:Contract Life Cycle
Thursday, February 12, 2026, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Course Code: G02OSPCLC

  • PT Foundations Workshop (Virtual)
A follow-up workshop for agency staff seeking deeper training and PT Contracting Professional certification.
Course Date: Friday, February 13, 2026, 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Course Code: G02OSPPTWS

  • Authority for Local Purchase (ALP) Certification Program – $25,000 (Virtual)
A follow-up workshop for agency staff seeking deeper training and PT Contracting Professional certification.
Course Date: Wednesday, February 11, 2026, 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM & 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Course Date: Thursday, February 12, 2026, 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM & 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Course Code: G02OSPPTWS

  • Diversity and Inclusion Training (In Person)
This one-time required course for ALP buyers and P/T staff provides tools to support diversity and inclusion.
Course Date: Thursday, February 19, 2026, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Course Code: G02OSPDI

March

  • Authority for Local Purchase (ALP) Certification Program - $25,000 (Virtual)
Entry-level ALP training certifies state employees to make purchases up to $25,000 after completing the required coursework, exam, and SWIFT class.
Course Date: Wednesday, March 4, 2026, 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM & 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Course Date: Thursday, March 5, 2026, 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM & 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Course Code: G02OSPALP

  • Contract Management 101 (Virtual)
Learn where contract management fits in the procurement cycle and how to use key tools for effective contract oversight.
Course Date: Thursday, March 5, 2026, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Course Code: C02CM101

  • Contract Management 101 Workshop (Virtual)
Hands-on workshop applying skills from Contract Management 101. Limited to 10 participants.
Course Date: Friday, March 6, 2026, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Course Code: G02OSPPTWS

  • Authority for Local Purchase (ALP) Certification Program - $25,000 (In Person)
Entry-level ALP training certifies state employees to make purchases up to $25,000 after completing the required coursework, exam, and SWIFT class.
Course Date: Wednesday, March 25, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Course Code: G02OSPALP

April

  • PT Series 2 - PT Foundations (In Person)
In-person delivery of all four PT Foundations courses.
Course Date: Tuesday, April 14, 2026, 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Courses Covered: Professional/Technical Overview, Drafting & Facilitating Solicitations, Evaluation & Negotiation, Contract Life Cycle
Course Code: G02OSPPTF

  • PT Foundations Workshop (In Person)
A follow-up workshop for agency staff seeking deeper training and PT Contracting Professional certification.
Course Date: Friday, April 17, 2026, 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Course Code: G02OSPPTWS

  • Taking the Mystery Out of Service Contracts (Virtual)
Covers common service contract issues, requirements, and best practices.
Course Date: Thursday, April 23, 2026, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Course Code: G02OSPTMOSC

  • Authority for Local Purchase (ALP) Certification Program – $25,000 (In Person)
Entry-level ALP training certifies state employees to make purchases up to $25,000 after completing the required coursework, exam, and SWIFT class.
Course Date: Wednesday, April 8, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Course Code: G02OSPALP

  • How to Procure a Conference, Meeting, or Event (In Person)
Covers the process for procuring conferences or events, including required forms and policies.
Course Date: Thursday, April 16, 2026, 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Course Code: G02OSPPCMSE

May

  • How to Solicit a Construction Project (In Person)
Learn how to process a construction solicitation using Appendix Q, statutes, advertising, SWIFT bids, and more.
Course Date: Thursday, May 7, 2026, 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Course Code: G02OSPHSCP

  • Authority for Local Purchase (ALP) Certification Program – $25,000 (In Person)
Entry-level ALP training certifies state employees to make purchases up to $25,000 after completing the required coursework, exam, and SWIFT class.
Course Date: Wednesday, May 13, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Course Code: G02OSPALP

  • Diversity and Inclusion Training (Virtual)
This one-time required course for ALP buyers and P/T staff provides tools to support diversity and inclusion.
Course Date: Thursday, May 21, 2026, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Course Code: G02OSPDI

July

  • One-Day Mini Marathon Class (In Person)
A full-day intensive covering Amendments 101, Contract Management 101, Contract/RFP/SOW Drafting, Negotiations Basics.
Course Date: Monday, July 13, 2026, 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Course Code: G02OSPMMS

August

  • PT Series 3 - PT Foundations (In Person)
In-person delivery of all four PT Foundations courses.
Course Date: Tuesday, August 11, 2026, 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Course Code: G02OSPPTF

  • PT Foundations Workshop (Virtual)
A follow-up workshop for agency staff seeking deeper training and certification.
Course Date: Friday, August 14, 2026, 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Course Code: G02OSPPTWS

  • Authority for Local Purchase (ALP) Certification Program – $25,000 (In Person)
Entry-level ALP training certifies state employees to make purchases up to $25,000 after completing the required coursework, exam, and SWIFT class.
Course Date: Wednesday, August 12, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Course Code: G02OSPALP

  • Diversity and Inclusion Training (Virtual)
This one-time required course for ALP buyers and P/T staff provides tools to support diversity and inclusion.
Course Date: Thursday, August 21, 2026, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Course Code: G02OSPDI

September

  • PT Series 1 – PT Foundations (Virtual)
PT Foundations is a four-part online course series providing a high-level overview of Professional/Technical contracting.
  • Part 1: Professional/Technical Overview
Wednesday, September 16, 2026, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Course Code: G02OSPPTO

  • Part 2: Drafting & Facilitating Solicitations
Thursday, September 17, 2026, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Course Code: G02OSPDFS

  • Part 3: Evaluation & Negotiation
Wednesday, September 23, 2026, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Course Code: G02OSPEN

  • Part 4:Contract Life Cycle
Thursday, September 24, 2026, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Course Code: G02OSPCLC

  • PT Foundations Workshop (Virtual)
A follow-up workshop for agency staff seeking deeper training and PT Contracting Professional certification.
Course Date: Friday, September 25, 2026, 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Course Code: G02OSPPTWS

  • PT Contract, RFP and SOW Drafting
This class teaches how to draft RFPs and contract terms to promote clear understanding and prevent disputes. (Virtual Interactive Class).
Course Date: Wednesday, September 23, 2026, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Course Code: G02OSPCRSD

  • Authority for Local Purchase (ALP) Certification Program – $25,000 (In Person)
Entry-level ALP training certifies state employees to make purchases up to $25,000 after completing the required coursework, exam, and SWIFT class.
Course Date: Wednesday, September 23, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Course Code: G02OSPALP

  • Purchasing Authority Overview (In Person)
This overview is for managers, supervisors, or end users who want a basic understanding of state purchasing, covering roles, laws, ethics, ALP policies, and certification levels.
Course Date: Thursday, September 10, 2026, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Course Code: G02OSPPAO

October

  • Amendments 101 (Virtual)
Learn where basics of drafting contract amendments.
Course Date: Tuesday, October 6, 2026, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Course Code: G02OSPA101

  • Contract Management 101 (Virtual)
Learn where contract management fits in the procurement cycle.
Course Date: Thursday, October 22, 2026, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Course Code: C02CM101

  • Contract Management 101 Workshop (Virtual)
Hands-on application of Contract Management concepts.
Course Date: Friday, October 23, 2026, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Course Code: G02OSPPTWS

  • Taking the Mystery Out of Service Contracts (In Person)
Covers common service contract issues, requirements, and best practices.
Course Date: Thursday, October 22, 2026, 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Course Code: G02OSPTMOSC

  • How to Procure a Conference, Meeting, or Event (In Person)
Covers the process for procuring conferences or events, including required forms and policies.
Course Date: Thursday, October 8, 2026, 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Course Code: G02OSPPCMSE

  • Authority for Local Purchase (ALP) Certification Program – $25,000 (In Person)
Entry-level ALP training certifies state employees to make purchases up to $25,000 after completing the required coursework, exam, and SWIFT class.
Course Date: Wednesday, October 14, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Course Code: G02OSPALP

November

  • Authority for Local Purchase (ALP) Certification Program – $25,000 (Virtual)
Entry-level ALP training certifies state employees to make purchases up to $25,000 after completing the required coursework, exam, and SWIFT class.
Course Date: Wednesday, November 4, 2026, 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM & 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Course Date: Thursday, November 5, 2026, 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM & 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Course Code: G02OSPALP

  • How to Solicit a Construction Project (Virtual)
Learn how to process a construction solicitation using Appendix Q, statutes, advertising, SWIFT bids, and more.
Course Date: Thursday, November 19, 2026, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Course Code: G02OSPHSCP

  • PT Series 5 – PT Foundations (Virtual)
PT Foundations is a four-part online course series providing a high-level overview of Professional/Technical contracting.
  • Part 1: Professional/Technical Overview
Tuesday, November 10, 2026, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Course Code: G02OSPPTO

  • Part 2: Drafting & Facilitating Solicitations
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Course Code: G02OSPDFS

  • Part 3: Evaluation & Negotiation
Tuesday, November 17, 2026, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Course Code: G02OSPEN

  • Part 4: Contract Life Cycle
Thursday, November 19, 2026, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Course Code: G02OSPCLC

  • PT Foundations Workshop (Virtual)
A follow-up workshop for agency staff seeking deeper training and PT Contracting Professional certification.
Course Date: Friday, November 20, 2026, 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Course Code: G02OSPPTWS

  • Diversity and Inclusion Training (Virtual)
This one-time required course for ALP buyers and P/T staff provides tools to support diversity and inclusion.
Course Date: Thursday, November 19, 2026, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Course Code: G02OSPDI

December

  • Negotiations Basics (Virtual)
Covers the fundamentals of negotiating contracts.
Course Date: Thursday, December 3, 2026, 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Course Code: C02OSPNB