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First Nations procurement

The NSW Aboriginal Procurement Policy (Policy) sits alongside the Bradfield Development Authority Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) and aims to increase the participation of Aboriginal businesses in NSW Government procurement including in the Western Sydney region.

The Policy specifies that agencies should give first consideration to Aboriginal businesses on prequalification schemes before going to market, where appropriate.

Agencies may buy goods and services (including construction) from recognised Aboriginal business such as Supply Nation or the NSW Indigenous Chamber of Commerce valued up to $250,000 subject to value for money considerations.

The Bradfield Development Authority is committed to delivering the procurement actions in the RAP. The RAP is underpinned by the core pillars of relationships, respect, and opportunities, and provides tangible opportunities for Authority staff to support First Nations peoples, increase economic equity and support First Nations self- determination.

The Bradfield Development Authority has committed to working with Supply Nation and NSW Indigenous Chamber of Commerce suppliers via the Policy.

How to register for government work

Under the Policy, Aboriginal businesses must be recognised as an Aboriginal business by a suitable organisation, such as Supply Nation or the NSW Indigenous Chamber of Commerce.

If you own an Aboriginal business and are recognised by either of these bodies, we encourage you to register for opportunities to supply to government.

We advertise most government opportunities on Opportunities Hub.

All businesses where total engagement exceeds the GIPA disclosure threshold of $150,000 must be registered on the buy NSW Supplier Hub. This is how staff search for accredited suppliers

Once you sign up as a supplier, you can respond to advertised tenders or apply to join relevant schemes.

While being on a scheme isn't required to supply on procurements up to $250,000, it will increase the visibility of your business to buyers.

When you're accepted on a scheme, you may be invited to quote for specific opportunities that fit your company’s profile.

In addition, the Authority has made commitments under the Sustainability and Resilience Strategy which features the same targets as the NSW Aboriginal Procurement Policy.