West Basin Municipal Water District Procurement Department was recognized among the nation’s best, earning the 2025 Achievement of Excellence (AEP) Award from the National Procurement Institute (NPI).
This prestigious award celebrates organizations that set the standard for innovation, efficiency and integrity in public purchasing. It marks West Basin’s third consecutive AEP Award and seventh in the past eight years – a testament to the department’s sustained excellence and leadership in the field.
The AEP Award is based on rigorous criteria that evaluates key areas such as innovation, professionalism, e-procurement, productivity and leadership – all of which helps further advance the profession. West Basin’s continued recognition reflects this agency’s steadfast commitment to responsible stewardship of public resources and its drive to continually enhance transparency, efficiency and value for the communities it serves.