Following a procurement outcome, you may request a debrief to better understand how your submission was assessed and how you can strengthen future responses.
All suppliers - whether successful or unsuccessful should be offered the opportunity to receive a debrief once the procurement process has been finalised and outcomes have been communicated. If a debrief is not offered, you can request one from the nominated Contact Officer.
A debrief provides structured, evidence-based feedback on your submission against the published evaluation criteria. This typically includes:
- how your submission performed against the criteria
- strengths and areas for improvement
- any issues with compliance or meeting requirements
Debriefs focus on your submission only and do not include information about other suppliers or their responses, consistent with confidentiality and probity requirements.
Requesting a debrief is strongly encouraged. It can:
- improve the quality and competitiveness of future submissions
- support supplier capability uplift
- strengthen understanding of government procurement expectations
- contribute to more effective and competitive markets
Further guidance, including policies and better practice resources, is available on the Policies and Guidance page, in the Supplier Debriefing Factsheet.