December 9, 2025

Introducing Our New Look

Highlights, Featured Article /

Local Government Procurement (LGP) has officially launched its refreshed brand. Over the past year, we’ve been evolving as an organisation – expanding our services, strengthening partnerships with councils, and continuously improving the way we support procurement excellence across NSW. Our new visual identity reflects that evolution. It brings a more modern, confident and streamlined look […]

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Local Government Procurement (LGP) has officially launched its refreshed brand. Over the past year, we’ve been evolving as an organisation – expanding our services, strengthening partnerships with councils, and continuously improving the way we support procurement excellence across NSW. Our new visual identity reflects that evolution. It brings a more modern, confident and streamlined look

CEO’s Desk – December 2025

Highlights, News /

As 2025 draws to a close, I want to extend my sincere thanks to all NSW councils, suppliers and sector partners who have engaged with LGP throughout this transformative year. Together, we have delivered one of the most innovative periods in LGP’s history, introducing new funding programs, launching groundbreaking procurement solutions and strengthening our support

CEO’s Desk – December 2025 Read More »

As 2025 draws to a close, I want to extend my sincere thanks to all NSW councils, suppliers and sector partners who have engaged with LGP throughout this transformative year. Together, we have delivered one of the most innovative periods in LGP’s history, introducing new funding programs, launching groundbreaking procurement solutions and strengthening our support

Just Announced: LGP 2026 Networking Events

Events /

Each year, Local Government Procurement (LGP) hosts a series of Networking Meetings across New South Wales to support the professional development of council staff and strengthen procurement capability across the sector. In 2026, we’re excited to bring these sessions to a range of regional and metropolitan locations to ensure all 128 NSW councils have the

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Each year, Local Government Procurement (LGP) hosts a series of Networking Meetings across New South Wales to support the professional development of council staff and strengthen procurement capability across the sector. In 2026, we’re excited to bring these sessions to a range of regional and metropolitan locations to ensure all 128 NSW councils have the

How ASI Solutions Transformed Hornsby Shire Council’s Workforce Flexibility

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We’re pleased to share a recent case study from ASI Solutions, one of our approved contractors, showcasing how Hornsby Shire Council replaced its aging desktop set-up with Microsoft Surface devices and launched a comprehensive digital skills training program to support staff. The shift has enabled the Council to create a more flexible, secure and efficient

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We’re pleased to share a recent case study from ASI Solutions, one of our approved contractors, showcasing how Hornsby Shire Council replaced its aging desktop set-up with Microsoft Surface devices and launched a comprehensive digital skills training program to support staff. The shift has enabled the Council to create a more flexible, secure and efficient

Supplier Spotlight: Art of Multimedia – Bringing Council Heritage Sites to Life Through Digital Storytelling

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As part of our Supplier Spotlight series, we’re pleased to feature Art of Multimedia, an LGP-contracted supplier under the IT&C Products, Services and Consulting (LGP115-2) panel. Art of Multimedia has extensive experience helping councils enhance visitor engagement at heritage sites, natural attractions and cultural precincts through high-quality digital storytelling. Below, Managing Director Beata Kade shares

Supplier Spotlight: Art of Multimedia – Bringing Council Heritage Sites to Life Through Digital Storytelling Read More »

As part of our Supplier Spotlight series, we’re pleased to feature Art of Multimedia, an LGP-contracted supplier under the IT&C Products, Services and Consulting (LGP115-2) panel. Art of Multimedia has extensive experience helping councils enhance visitor engagement at heritage sites, natural attractions and cultural precincts through high-quality digital storytelling. Below, Managing Director Beata Kade shares

New EPA–LGP Training Program Launched to Strengthen Waste Procurement Capability

Our Services /

The NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA), in partnership with Local Government Procurement (LGP), has officially launched a new customised training program designed for procurement and waste management professionals involved in managing waste services contracts across local government. The inaugural session, sponsored by the EPA, was delivered on 5 November 2025 at the LGP office. The

New EPA–LGP Training Program Launched to Strengthen Waste Procurement Capability Read More »

The NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA), in partnership with Local Government Procurement (LGP), has officially launched a new customised training program designed for procurement and waste management professionals involved in managing waste services contracts across local government. The inaugural session, sponsored by the EPA, was delivered on 5 November 2025 at the LGP office. The

How Sustainable is your Procurement?

Our Services, Informative /

Incorporating sustainability into procurement goes beyond having a good policy. Councils that have genuinely embedded sustainable practices regularly undertake activities such as identifying key drivers, training staff, measuring progress, and ensuring sustainability factors influence procurement decisions. To support councils in this journey, LGP offers an annual Sustainable Procurement Survey, aligned with the ISO 20400 Sustainable

How Sustainable is your Procurement? Read More »

Incorporating sustainability into procurement goes beyond having a good policy. Councils that have genuinely embedded sustainable practices regularly undertake activities such as identifying key drivers, training staff, measuring progress, and ensuring sustainability factors influence procurement decisions. To support councils in this journey, LGP offers an annual Sustainable Procurement Survey, aligned with the ISO 20400 Sustainable

Strengthening the Digital Backbone: How a Regional NSW Council Closed Critical IT and Cybersecurity Gaps Through Strategic Procurement

Informative /

In an era where digital resilience is essential for public sector operations, one regional council in New South Wales found itself exposed. With no adequate IT infrastructure or cybersecurity systems in place, the council faced increasing risks, from data breaches to operational disruptions. Through a structured and collaborative procurement process, the council turned this vulnerability

Strengthening the Digital Backbone: How a Regional NSW Council Closed Critical IT and Cybersecurity Gaps Through Strategic Procurement Read More »

In an era where digital resilience is essential for public sector operations, one regional council in New South Wales found itself exposed. With no adequate IT infrastructure or cybersecurity systems in place, the council faced increasing risks, from data breaches to operational disruptions. Through a structured and collaborative procurement process, the council turned this vulnerability

LGP Tender Status Updates: December

Contracts & Tenders /

Below is a summary of recent and upcoming tenders managed by Local Government Procurement, including key dates, project statuses, and contract commencement timelines. T12.08-5 Professional Consultancy Services Local Government Procurement closed this tender on 22 July 2025. Project Status: In the Evaluation stageContract Start Date: 1 May 2026Enquiries: Alison Lyons, Category Manager, Civil Works –

LGP Tender Status Updates: December Read More »

Below is a summary of recent and upcoming tenders managed by Local Government Procurement, including key dates, project statuses, and contract commencement timelines. T12.08-5 Professional Consultancy Services Local Government Procurement closed this tender on 22 July 2025. Project Status: In the Evaluation stageContract Start Date: 1 May 2026Enquiries: Alison Lyons, Category Manager, Civil Works –

Strengthening Contract Management Through WorldCC

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Learn and Connect with World Commerce and Contracting LGP is a corporate member of World Commerce and Contracting (WorldCC), a global not-for-profit organisation dedicated to raising standards and capabilities in procurement, contracting, and commercial practice. Through LGP’s corporate membership, both buyers and approved suppliers, including councils and individuals, can immediately access a range of programs

Strengthening Contract Management Through WorldCC Read More »

Learn and Connect with World Commerce and Contracting LGP is a corporate member of World Commerce and Contracting (WorldCC), a global not-for-profit organisation dedicated to raising standards and capabilities in procurement, contracting, and commercial practice. Through LGP’s corporate membership, both buyers and approved suppliers, including councils and individuals, can immediately access a range of programs

Build you Procurement Capability with the PSP40616 Certificate IV in Procurement and Contracting

Our Services /

LG Training Academy (LGTA), the Registered Training Organisation (RTO Registration Code 45450), owned by Local Government Procurement (LGP) and supported by LGNSW, is pleased to invite registrations for the next intake of this course. This nationally recognised qualification is designed specifically for local government professionals who want to strengthen their procurement and contracting capability and

Build you Procurement Capability with the PSP40616 Certificate IV in Procurement and Contracting Read More »

LG Training Academy (LGTA), the Registered Training Organisation (RTO Registration Code 45450), owned by Local Government Procurement (LGP) and supported by LGNSW, is pleased to invite registrations for the next intake of this course. This nationally recognised qualification is designed specifically for local government professionals who want to strengthen their procurement and contracting capability and

Meet the Team – Eleni Skouloudis

Informative /

Who am I? Hi all, my name is Eleni and I have just joined the team as one of the Sustainable Procurement Consultants at LGP. When I am not working, I enjoy spending time with family, cooking new recipes, exploring new places, nature photography and making sure that my very needy 6.5yr old chihuahua has

Meet the Team – Eleni Skouloudis Read More »

Who am I? Hi all, my name is Eleni and I have just joined the team as one of the Sustainable Procurement Consultants at LGP. When I am not working, I enjoy spending time with family, cooking new recipes, exploring new places, nature photography and making sure that my very needy 6.5yr old chihuahua has