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Procurement objectives

Five procurement objectives must guide all your procurement decisions.

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NSW Government has 5 procurement objectives which you must consider every time you procure.
These objectives aim to deliver better and more cost-effective services to the people of NSW.
They also aim to make our state economy more collaborative, fair and sustainable.
If you're new to the industry, learn more about NSW Government procurement objectives.

Each year, NSW Government agencies spent over $30 billion on goods, services and construction.

Our duty is to make sure this money is spent fairly and efficiently, and for the long-term benefit of everyone in NSW.

We believe government spending can help build a vibrant and sustainable NSW economy, promote innovation, deliver jobs where they are most needed and encourage economic participation.

Consistent with this, there are 5 key objectives which must guide every procurement decision you make.

Value for money

In every procurement, your primary consideration should be achieving value for money.

Fair and open competition

Competition boosts innovation, increases efficiency and improves access to government procurement for all suppliers.

Easy to do business

We want to attract a broad supply base that includes small to medium, regional and Aboriginal businesses.

Innovation

Innovation helps you grow a wider ecosystem of suppliers and can stimulate the NSW economy.

Social outcomes and sustainability

Procurement can help create the jobs and develop the skills that will build and sustain a fairer NSW.