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Project Management Professional(PMP)

A globally recognized certification from PMI that validates competency in project management, often required or preferred for key personnel on government contracts.

Overview

The Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is the Project Management Institute's premier credential for project managers. It validates knowledge of PMBOK processes, agile practices, and practical experience. Many government solicitations specify PMP certification as a requirement or evaluation factor for the project manager or key personnel.

Why It Matters in GovCon

PMP certification strengthens proposal competitiveness. When solicitations require or prefer PMP-certified project managers, having qualified staff is a gating factor. Certifications are often scored in the management or key personnel evaluation factor. Maintaining PMP-certified staff supports bidding on a broad range of professional services and IT contracts.

Key Details

  • Prerequisites: Experience and education requirements must be met before sitting for the exam.
  • Exam: Computer-based test covering predictive, agile, and hybrid approaches.
  • PDUs: PMPs must earn Professional Development Units to maintain certification (every three years).
  • Proposal Impact: Resumes highlighting PMP certification satisfy common key personnel requirements.
  • Industry Standard: Recognized across government and commercial sectors.

Related Terms

  • Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK)
  • Key Personnel
  • Program Manager (PM)
  • Subject Matter Expert (SME)

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