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Policy library

A library of procurement policies and related documents that apply to NSW Government agencies, non-agency buyers and suppliers.
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Board directions
Procurement Board directions determine the rules and guidelines for NSW.
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Policy
Policies set out the objectives and mandatory requirements needed to spend public money.
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Procurement-related Acts of Parliament that empower NSW Government and its agencies.
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Regulations setting out how agencies can use their legislative powers.
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Circulars issued by Treasury and other departments to guide agencies.
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The Premier's memoranda guide agencies on the management of procurement.
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