Frequently asked questions – procurements and tenders

How can I sell my products and services to you?

We generally seek quotes or tenders to buy goods, services and works. If you want to sell to us make sure your business is registered with:

Registering on either website does not guarantee any work being awarded.

Does Council support Social Outcomes in its procurement activities?

Our Social Procurement Policy outlines how we can engage with social procurement organisations to generate positive social outcomes. There are a range of procurement options we can use when engaging with social enterprises. For more information please download our Social Procurement Policy (PDF 172 KB).

How can I get on your preferred supplier list?

All preferred supplier arrangements must go through a formal tender process. If you submit a tender and are successful, you will be placed on the preferred supplier list.

We may only establish a preferred supplier arrangement if we need the goods or services in large volumes or on a frequent basis.

Are there any tips on improving my chances in submitting a tender offer?

Please read our guide on how to submit a conforming tender offer.

For assistance with completing a Tender Submission please view the Tender Lodgement Information presentation on the TenderLink portal and use the TenderLink Online response forms.