Where to Find Government Contracts in Australia
Looking to grow your business with government contracts? Australia offers many opportunities at the federal, state, and local levels and knowing where to look is key. This guide shows you exactly where to find open government tenders.
Where to Find Government Contracts
- AusTender
AusTender is the Australian Government’s procurement information system. It’s a centralised platform where you’ll find all federal government business opportunities, annual procurement plans and contracts awarded. on AusTender – the federal government’s procurement platform.
You can browse AusTender for all open opportunities, or use the ‘Advanced Search’ option to find opportunities that have been published by particular agencies or that meet specific criteria, or that have been published by particular agencies. This is a helpful way to identify the most suitable opportunities for your business.
It’s a good idea to You can register a user profile on AusTender. This is free, and once you’ve set up a profile you can fill in your business interests and get email alerts about relevant opportunities as they come up. If you come across a tender that interests you, you can download the tender documents and submit a response.
Find the easiest government contracts to win here.
- State and territory platforms
Every state and government in Australia has its own procurement portal. Some eExamples include:
- and Tenders WA.
Each state and territory has unique criteria and processes, so it’s worth familiarising yourself with the rules in each place.
You can find an overview of the state and territory platforms here, and quick links to each portal via AusTender.
- Local council websites
Local Government Contracts Australia (LCGA) is a one-stop shop for local government procurement opportunities across Australia. It allows suppliers to access a diverse pool of council procurement opportunities across all 27 categories in which councils spend money. Businesses can register their interest in becoming a LCGA approved supplier within one or more categories.
In addition, there are a range of portals that house local government procurement opportunities within particular industries or particular regions. These include:
- BuyICT, allows suppliers that provide digital services to search for contract opportunities with federal, state and local governments;
- LGA Procurement, provides access to panel contracts for any South Australian council or subsidiary;
- Local Government Procurement, lists a range of local government contracts in NSW, and allows businesses to register to be notified when requests for tender open.
Learn how to bid on government contracts in our previous article here.
Winning government contracts can boost your business. From AusTender to local council websites, there are many ways to get involved. Registering on these platforms is usually free and easy, stay proactive, set up alerts, and be ready to respond. The right opportunity could be just a click away.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is AusTender?
AusTender is the federal government’s main procurement platform. It lists business opportunities, awarded contracts, and annual plans.
Do I need to pay to use AusTender?
No. Registering and browsing on AusTender is free.
Can I get alerts for new tenders?
Yes. Once you register, you can set preferences and receive email alerts.
Do states have their own tender platforms?
Yes. Each Australian state and territory has a separate portal. Examples include Buying for Victoria and NSW eTendering.
Where can I find local council contracts?
Local Government Contracts Australia (LCGA) is a key site. You can also check sites like BuyICT, LGA Procurement, and Local Government Procurement.
