Commonwealth procurement advice, support and services

The Department of Finance provides a range of procurement and contract management resources, tools, systems, and guidance to support Australian Government officials throughout the procurement lifecycle. These resources help practitioners plan, procure, contract, and manage suppliers effectively while meeting legislative and policy requirements.

Why is it important?

Accessing trusted procurement and contract management information helps ensure procurement activities are conducted efficiently, ethically, and in accordance with Commonwealth requirements. These resources support better decision-making, strengthen governance and compliance, improve value for money outcomes, and assist officials to effectively manage contracts and supplier relationships.

Suitable for

Officials involved in procurement, purchasing, contract management, sourcing, supplier engagement, project delivery, and commercial activities across the APS.

What are the benefits

• Access authoritative procurement and contract management guidance.
• Improve compliance with Commonwealth procurement policies and requirements.
• Support effective planning, sourcing, and contract management activities.
• Access standardised tools, templates, and systems used across government.
• Strengthen commercial capability and procurement decision-making.
• Improve value for money and supplier management outcomes.

What this resource covers

• AusTender provides centralised publication of Australian Government business opportunities, annual procurement plans and notices of contracts awarded.
• BuyRight provides procurement guidance and practical resources.
• ClauseBank provides standard contract clauses and drafting assistance.
• Commonwealth Contracting Suite (CCS) templates for low-risk and straightforward procurements.
• Procurement Policy information, including the Commonwealth Procurement Rules (CPRs).
• Procurement policy notes and contract management guidance.
• Additional tools, templates, frameworks, and resources to support procurement and contract management activities across government.