How we procure goods and services
To achieve the best procurement outcomes, the ACT Government conducts procurements that are open, transparent, and guided by core values. Goods and services are procured in accordance with the ACT Government's legislation and policies, known as the ACT Government Procurement Framework (Procurement Framework).
The Territory has a responsibility to achieve value for money and ensure the best procurement outcomes are pursued. Understanding this Procurement Framework is beneficial for those intending to supply goods or services to the ACT Government.
Our procurement framework
The Procurement Framework is the hierarchy of whole of government procurement-related legislation, legislative instruments, policies, guidance, tools, templates, and systems that support the Territory to undertake procurement. The Procurement Framework consolidates the requirements that apply to procurements undertaken by ACT Government staff. More information on the Procurement Framework is available on the Policies and Guidance page.
Value for money
ACT Government procurement must achieve value for money. Value for money does not mean the cheapest bid; it is the best available outcome for the procurement that maximises the overall benefit to the Territory.
Our procurement values
The ACT Government is committed to implementing policies that benefit the community and enhance liveability in the Australian Capital Territory. Procurement decisions should advance the common goals we seek to achieve as a community.
The Charter of Procurement Values aims to ensure our values are reflected in the procurement decisions we make. Our Values include:
When responding to an approach to market, you may be required to demonstrate alignment to one or more Procurement Values identified by the procuring Territory entity. Demonstrating how your business will perform against the Procurement Values will strengthen your bid and support the ACT Government's assessment of whether your bid achieves value for money. More information on our values-led procurement is available in the Charter of Procurement Values.