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DataMesh Consulting tracks every public-sector procurement portal we can find for Australia. Below is the live stream of currently-active tenders. Filter by sector or value on the master tenders page.
AusTender (tenders.gov.au) carries every Commonwealth Government procurement notice over AUD 80 000 plus a substantial volume of state-government opportunities.
AusTender is operated by Department of Finance under the Commonwealth Procurement Rules. Every Commonwealth entity publishes ATM (Approach to Market) notices here — federal departments, agencies, and the Australian Defence Force. State-government procurement publishes separately via NSW eTendering, VendorPanel, Queensland Government Open Tenders and others.
Defence Materiel Organisation (DMO/CASG) is the single largest buyer by contract value. Health and human services are the largest by notice count. The CSIRO, the ATO, and Services Australia are major IT-services buyers. Australian Indigenous Procurement Policy (IPP) targets shape supplier eligibility.
Bid windows are typically 25 working days for limited procurement and longer for open ATMs. English-only.
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APLR Stage 2 Managing Contractor
CSIRO
The Australian Centre for Disease Preparedness (ACDP) is a high security facility that consists of high containment PC3/PC4 laboratories and large animal facilities that support Australia’s biosecurity. The purpose of the CSIRO APLR Stage 2 project is to complete a major upgrade of the laboratories, large animal facilities, and infrastructure in stages whilst ACDP remains operational. The Contractor is responsible for validating the existing design of the laboratories, large animal facilities, and infrastructure upgrades as compliant and fit for purpose, and to then progress and complete the design before carrying out the refurbishment and upgrade works
Request for Tender (RFT) Design and Construction of 18 houses, Googong, NSW
Defence Housing Australia
Defence Housing Australia (DHA) invites Tenders from suitably qualified, licensed, experienced and financially capable residential building contractors to undertake the design, approval, and construction of eighteen (18) residential dwellings at Googong, New South Wales. Please Note: Defence Housing Australia (DHA) is not required to comply with the Commonwealth Procurement Framework, including the Commonwealth Procurement Rules CPRs. DHA is not a prescribed corporate Commonwealth entity for the purposes of the CPRs under Section 30 of the Public Governance, Performance and Accountability Rule 2014. Given this, other aspects of the RFT and tender process, may not and are not required to be consistent with the CPRs. This RFT is issued through AusTender to leverage a convenient and efficient tendering platform and provide notification of the opportunity to suppliers.
IP-INFRA Tuvalu Mooring Buoys - Request for Proposal
Department of Defence - DSRG
As part of the Pacific Maritime Security Program, the Tuvalu Police Service (TPS) has been gifted a Guardian-class Patrol Boat (GPB), HMTSS Te Maitali III. The vessel is usually berthed within Funafuti Lagoon. TPS seeks the acquisition of two dedicated mooring buoys, in: Funafuti Lagoon, as a secondary berthing location for the GPB when its main berth is occupied; and Nanumea, Tuvalu's northernmost island, which is a key forward operating point. The Australian Department of Defence seeks to procure the design, supply, delivery, installation, testing and commissioning of two permanent mooring buoy systems in Tuvalu.
GRDC Mid-career Research Fellow Call (2026-27)
Grains Research and Development Corporation
The GRDC is focused on delivering value to Australian grain growers. To achieve this, the GRDC seeks to establish a GRDC Research Fellowship Program to build excellence in research capacity by supporting Mid- Career researchers in greater innovation and over-the-horizon approaches to creating enduring grower profitability
GRDC Early-career Research Fellow Call (2026-27)
Grains Research and Development Corporation
The GRDC is focused on delivering value to Australian grain growers. To achieve this, the GRDC seeks to establish a GRDC Research Fellowship Program to build excellence in research capacity by supporting Early Career researchers in greater innovation and over-the-horizon approaches to creating enduring grower profitability.
Disability Representative and Carers Organisation (DRCO)
Services Australia
The Disability Representative and Carer Organisation (DRCO) Forum meets to discuss improvements to, and the experiences of participants in, the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) (Participants). DRCO Forum members assist the National Disability Insurance Agency (Agency) to perform its functions, meet its obligations, and to achieve its overarching objectives in a manner that is consistent with the National Disability Insurance Scheme Act 2013 (Cth), including • provision of expert advice to improve the implementation of the NDIS; • collection and analysis of the systemic voice of people with disability and their family/supporters across a diverse range of disability types and communities on key NDIS reforms; • participating in and supporting all forms of consultation and engagement with the Agency; • undertaking outreach, engagement, and consultation with Participants; and • advising on NDIS strategy or solution designs.
Provision of Cleaning Services
National Gallery of Australia
The National Gallery of Australia (NGA) requires provision of Cleaning Services incl. Washroom, Kitchen & Waste Product Supplies for its purpose-built building located adjacent to the National Portrait Gallery and High Court of Australia in the Arts & Civic Campus of the Parliamentary Triangle, ACT, and Offsite Storage Facility
Civil and Landscape Works – Muirhead North Stages 1B, 1C and 2, Lee Point, NT
Defence Housing Australia
The RFT is seeking suitably qualified contractors to deliver roads, drainage, electrical infrastructure, parks and reserves to support future residential development on the eastern side of Lee Point Road. The evaluation criteria include weighted consideration of local businesses and majority Indigenous-owned businesses. As part of DHA's commitment to meaningful Indigenous participation and culturally appropriate project delivery, respondents are encouraged to demonstrate how they will contribute to Indigenous economic participation and engagement with the local Aboriginal community throughout the project lifecycle. DHA is committed to embedding environmental sustainability considerations into its procurement and contract management activities to achieve long-term environmental, social and economic value. Consistent with DHA's sustainability and ESG objectives, tenderers should demonstrate how sustainability principles will be incorporated into the planning, delivery and management of the proposed goods or services. Tenderers should note that it is a requirement of this project that the Builder/s contracted to undertake the Building Work be accredited under the WHS Accreditation Scheme (outlined in Schedule 4.16) established under the Federal Safety Commissioner Act 2022, at the time of entering into the contract for the Building Work and while the Building Work is being carried out. Please Note: Defence Housing Australia (DHA) is not required to comply with the Commonwealth Procurement Framework, including the Commonwealth Procurement Rules CPRs. DHA is not a prescribed corporate Commonwealth entity for the purposes of the CPRs under Section 30 of the Public Governance, Performance and Accountability Rule 2014. Given this, other aspects of the RFT and tender process, may not and are not required to be consistent with the CPRs. This RFT is issued through AusTender to leverage a convenient and efficient tendering platform and provide notification of the opportunity to
North West Vernon Island Structure Refurbishment
Australian Maritime Safety Authority
The North West Vernon Island AtoN, located north-east of Darwin, consists of a steel pile supporting an access platform, Glass Reinforced Plastic (GRP) Hut, radar reflector, solar power supply and Category 1 sectored light. AMSA proposes to refurbish the existing pile, replace the platform, strengthen and incorporate an existing spare Size 3 GRP Hut (non-cyclone rated), install a new solar power supply and associated AtoN equipment, relocate the radar reflector from the GRP Hut to the platform, and provide a new access ladder and buffer rail arrangement. It is AMSA's aim to achieve a minimum service life of 25 years for the refurbished structure.
Financial Statements Audit Services - AMSA and ARPC
Australian National Audit Office
The ANAO is seeking one or more suitably qualified and accredited organisations to provide financial statements audit services for the Australian Maritime Safety Authority and Australian Reinsurance Pool Corporation. Tenderers may submit a Tender for either or both audits.
Provision of BMS Servicing Clayton
Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation
ANSTO is looking to contract a suitably qualified and experienced vendor for the provision of BMS Servicing. The contractor shall provide all labour, supervision, tools, test equipment, software, and consumables necessary to perform ANSTO's Synchrotron BMS services.
PNG Health Program Enhanced National Advice, Bilateral partnership, and Learning and Evidence (ENABLE)
Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade - Australian Aid Program
DFAT is seeking expressions of interest for an implementing partner to deliver the PNG Health Program Enhanced National Advice, Bilateral partnership, and Learning and Evidence (ENABLE). The goal of ENABLE is to contribute to Papua New Guinea’s National Health Plan vision of preventing ill health, identifying and addressing health risks and emerging diseases, and providing accessible and affordable quality healthcare for all. ENABLE forms part of Australia’s suite of health investments in PNG. It will support selected national health systems and advisory functions, strategic partnerships with key Australian partners and institutions, and a Learning and Insights that supports the implementation of the full health portfolio in PNG. Further information is available in the attached Request for Expression of Interest documentation.
Customised Security Products
Australian Electoral Commission
The AEC is responsible for conducting national electoral events and by-elections, industrial elections and maintaining the Commonwealth electoral roll. The AEC also provides a range of electoral information and education activities. To support these functions, the AEC utilises a range of specialised security Goods, including ballot boxes, security seals, tamper evident Goods, transport and storage equipment, and related election materials. These Goods are used across the AEC’s permanent offices, temporary election facilities and polling places throughout Australia. The Goods supplied under any resulting Agreement support the conduct of Electoral Events and must be manufactured, stored and supplied in a manner that enables the AEC to perform its statutory functions and operational requirements. Scope of Services The successful Tenderer must provide customised security Goods and associated services including: Manufacture of customised security Goods. Supply of Goods in accordance with agreed specifications. Packaging and labelling of Goods. Inventory management activities associated with storage services. Development and maintenance of Goods specifications. Prototype and sample provision. Goods development and design services. Quality assurance activities. Associated reporting and contract management services. A list of Goods that form part of this RFT can be found in Attachment B – AEC Security Product Specifications.
NS1335 Network Observability RFP
Australian Broadcasting Corporation
ABC is seeking a modern network monitoring and management solution to improve network visibility,proactive fault detection and operational efficiency. The procurement will evaluate solutions that canconsolidate existing capabilities, improve monitoring and automation, and provide enhancedvisibility across ABC's network infrastructure and services. “Please Note: The Australian Broadcasting Corporation is not required to comply with the Commonwealth Procurement Framework, including the Commonwealth Procurement Rules (CPRs). The Australian Broadcasting Corporation is not a prescribed corporate Commonwealth entity for the purposes of the CPRs under Section 30 of the Public Governance, Performance and Accountability Rule 2014. Given this, other aspects of the ATM and tender process, may not (and are not required to) be consistent with the CPRs. This ATM is issued through AusTender to leverage a convenient and efficient tendering platform, and provide notification of the opportunity to suppliers.”
ANSTO Emergency Services Response Team (ERT) Services Registration of Interest (ROI)
Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation
The Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation (ANSTO) invites suitably qualified and experienced suppliers to submit a Registration of Interest (ROI) for the provision of Emergency Services Response Team (ERT) Services at its Lucas Heights campus in New South Wales. ANSTO is seeking a supplier capable of providing an integrated emergency response capability supporting ANSTO's emergency preparedness and response arrangements. The Emergency Services Response Team (ERT) performs a critical role in supporting the safety and resilience of ANSTO's operations and is responsible for emergency medical response, fire response, hazardous materials response, emergency preparedness activities and incident support services. The successful supplier will be expected to demonstrate strong operational capability, workforce flexibility, emergency response expertise, effective training and competency management arrangements and a commitment to continuous improvement while supporting ANSTO's core values of safety, security and sustainability. Given the nature of ANSTO's operations and the sensitivity of information relevant to this procurement, access to detailed Request for Tender (RFT) documentation will be restricted. The purpose of this ROI is to: • Identify suppliers with the capability, capacity and relevant experience to perform the Services; • Confirm suppliers satisfy the minimum participation requirements; • Establish suppliers willing to comply with ANSTO's confidentiality and probity requirements; and • Determine which suppliers will be invited to participate in the subsequent RFT process. As part of the ROI process, suppliers will be required to: • Complete and submit the ROI Response Schedules; • Execute ANSTO's Confidentiality Deed; • Demonstrate compliance with the minimum participation requirements specified in the ATM documentation. Following evaluation of ROI submissions, ANSTO intends to shortlist suppliers that satisfy the ROI requirements and invite th
Deep Space Advanced Radar Capability – Alternate Energy Solution. Managing Contractor Contract.
Department of Defence - DSRG
This ATM is an Invitation to Register Interest for the ESTJP9360PH1T2 - Deep Space Advanced Radar Capability (DARC) – Alternate Energy Solution (AES) (the Project), at Naval Communication Station Harold E. Holt (HEH) in Exmouth, Western Australia. This is the first of a two-stage approach to market procurement process for the provision of a Managing Contractor. The Project is a Commonwealth funded facility project focused on delivering an AES for DARC. The Project is intended to deliver an AES to supplement the power otherwise generated by the existing DARC diesel power station. The Project is intended to achieve a renewable energy contribution through the delivery of a utility-scale solar photovoltaic (PV) farm, battery energy storage system (BESS), associated electrical and information and communications technology (ICT) infrastructure, and integration with existing Defence power generation and distribution systems.
Fishermans Bend Building Refurbishment, VIC
Department of Defence - DSRG
This project involves demolition, supply and install new HVAC, chillers, ceilings, walls and floor finishes, stairs, fitments and sanitary fixtures, mechanical, electrical and concrete works, new fencing and awnings work. Painting. Scaffolding. Roof & gutter replacement. Repair and repointing brickwork.
Transitioning Workforce Fund Gippsland Region Request for Proposal (Gippsland TWF01)
Department of Employment and Workplace Relations
Projects should seek to support workers, families and communities affected by the region’s energy transition. Proposals should demonstrate how they will complement existing skills and workforce programs, build on established industry and community partnerships, and deliver practical education, training employment pathways that strengthen workforce participation. Focus areas could include: • supporting workers, families and communities to understand and act on available transition supports, entitlements, pathways and access points across Commonwealth, state and non?government systems • translating existing information into simple, practical tools that support informed decision-making and preparation for moving through employment transitions • assisting workers, families and communities to identify barriers to accessing supports and providing tailored guidance to overcome those barriers and progress toward employment or training options, through direct engagement at the individual and workplace level, including referrals where appropriate • supporting connections between workers, families and communities and local jobs by engaging with employers to understand current and emerging workforce needs, identifying realistic job pathways based on local demand, helping people to connect with employers, and ensuring advice provided to workers, families and communities reflects current hiring demand and industry requirements • monitoring performance and reporting to the department on activities, insights and systemic barriers, to inform continuous improvement of transition policy and service delivery.
ANSTO Security (Guarding) Services Registration of Interest (ROI)
Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation
The Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation (ANSTO) invites suitably qualified and experienced suppliers to submit a Registration of Interest (ROI) for the provision of Security (Guarding) Services across its operations in New South Wales and Victoria. ANSTO is seeking a supplier capable of delivering security guarding, security operations, monitoring and response services across its campuses, tenants and designated buffer zones. The successful supplier will be expected to demonstrate strong operational capability, workforce flexibility, integrated management systems and a commitment to continuous improvement, while supporting ANSTO's core values of safety, security and sustainability. Given the nature of ANSTO's operations and the sensitivity of information relevant to this procurement, access to detailed Request for Tender (RFT) documentation will be restricted. The purpose of this ROI is to: • Identify suppliers with the capability, capacity and relevant experience to perform the Services; • Confirm suppliers satisfy the minimum participation requirements; • Establish suppliers willing to comply with ANSTO's confidentiality and probity requirements; and • Determine which suppliers will be invited to participate in the subsequent RFT process. As part of the ROI process, suppliers will be required to: • Complete and submit the ROI Response Schedules; • Execute ANSTO's Confidentiality Deed; • Provide evidence of relevant experience and capability; and • Demonstrate compliance with the minimum participation requirements specified in the ATM documentation. Following evaluation of ROI submissions, ANSTO intends to shortlist suppliers that satisfy the ROI requirements and invite those suppliers to participate in Stage Two, being the Request for Tender. An online industry briefing will be offered to interested suppliers to provide an overview of the opportunity, procurement process and ROI requirements. Attendance at the industry briefing is voluntary and
Economic valuation of WHS outcomes
Safe Work Australia
Safe Work Australia is seeking a service provider to update its economic valuation of work health and safety (WHS) outcomes. The project will provide a contemporary and robust evidence base for understanding how improvements in WHS can contribute to productivity, labour market participation and broader economic performance.
HMAS Albatross Building Refurbishment, NSW
Department of Defence - DSRG
Refurbishment and upgrade of five Specialist Material storage facilities, including building fabric repairs, electrical upgrades, corrosion remediation, painting, joint repairs and associated services works.
RAAF Williamtown Building Works, NSW
Department of Defence - DSRG
Project S-EST11064 consists of various corrosion and other rectification works, including structural, electrical and fire system upgrades at RAAF Williamtown, to extend the building’s serviceable life.
Request for Quotation RAAF Base Scherger Upgrades Phase 2
Defence Housing Australia
Please Note: Defence Housing Australia DHA is not required to comply with the Commonwealth Procurement Framework, including the Commonwealth Procurement Rules CPRs. DHA is not a prescribed corporate Commonwealth entity for the purposes of the CPRs under Section 30 of the Public Governance, Performance and Accountability Rule 2014. Given this, other aspects of the RFT and tender process, may not and are not required to be consistent with the CPRs. This RFQ is issued through AusTender to leverage a convenient and efficient tendering platform and provide notification of the opportunity to suppliers.
ATM 26/1879 Stevedoring Services
Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water
The Australian Antarctic Division (AAD) of the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water requires the establishment of a Deed of Standing Offer for the provision of stevedoring services to the AAD. The Supplier shall be required to provide stevedoring services (Services) primarily in the Port of Hobart for the RSV Nuyina and vessels on charter to the AAD prior to departure to and on return from Antarctic and sub-Antarctic stations. More detail can be found in the Statement of Requirement
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›How many active public tenders does Australia currently have?
As of right now, DataMesh Consulting is tracking 24 active public-sector tenders from Australia. The count updates continuously as new opportunities are published and existing ones reach their submission deadlines.
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