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Across New South Wales, procurement professionals and contractors are helping local government deliver smarter, more sustainable solutions for their communities. Whether you’re managing a transformative project, leading with innovation, or quietly driving real impact behind the scenes – your work deserves recognition. The 2025 Local Government Procurement (LGP) Awards are now open for nominations, and […]

As all local government procurement professionals know, assessing value for money is at the heart of why we go to so much effort when evaluating quotes and tenders. But have you ever stopped to consider how you evaluate your quotes and tenders, and whether your method is the most effective way to identify the supplier

Who am I? Hi I’m Kyle, I’m a part of the People & Culture team here at LGP. When I’m not at work I’m typically at a café with a friend, reading at home, swimming or in the gym. Once a fortnight I also run a Dungeons and Dragons Campaign with 5 of my friends

In every council project – from stormwater upgrades to new community infrastructure – engineers are often the first to identify a need, shape the technical requirements, and propose a solution. But between idea and implementation lies a crucial enabler: procurement. Too often, procurement is seen as a separate, transactional process. In reality, it’s a strategic

At LGP, we’re committed to helping you get the most value out of our contracts. Our recent Stakeholder Sentiment Survey revealed that many of you find it challenging to engage suppliers through LGP Contracts. To make this process easier, we’ve begun developing Buyers’ Guides for each contract. These handy guides are now available for the

Who am I? Hello! my name is Emily, and I am a Project Manager at LGP. I’m from Ireland originally and I moved to beautiful Sydney in 2024. I love to keep active by running, going to the gym or playing tennis. I also love to travel. Experiencing new cultures and exciting cuisines is always

As part of our ongoing collaboration with LGP Approved Contractors, we’re pleased to share relevant industry insights from Tyrepower. Their piece below looks at tyre segmentation for 4WDs in Australia – useful for councils managing mixed-use fleets or operating in varied terrain. Understanding the 4WD Tyre Landscape In Australia, around 27% of new vehicle sales

This article has been provided by one of LGP’s approved contractors, Norwest Recruitment. In an era shaped by automation, AI and globalised job markets, there’s renewed value in staying local. For councils, this isn’t just a sentiment—it’s a strategic necessity. The challenges of attracting and retaining skilled professionals in local government are growing, with workforce

In the face of economic uncertainty and geopolitical changes, procurement leaders are under increasing pressure to drive sustainable growth.  The manufacturing industry is undergoing significant transformation, presenting Chief Procurement Officers (CPOs) with complex challenges that are crucial to the success of their organizations. The article below highlights the key priorities which are shaping procurement strategies

As we enter the final quarter of FY25, it’s a time for exploration and planning for the next financial year. VendorPanel has seen what they describe as “big changes, for the better” this year with their merger with procure-to-pay provider, Unimarket — and they want to keep you in the know with all that’s happening.

Who am I? I am a Dad of two and husband to a loving and supportive wife. My favourite things to do include long walks, spending time with my family, watching movies and live sports, especially cricket.  How do I make a difference at LGP? By providing quick response to my colleagues to achieve the

In September 2021, the NSW Office of Local Government updated the Integrated Planning and Reporting Guidelines, introducing a new requirement for councils to establish and publish a program of Service Reviews. The results of these Service Reviews are required to be published in Councils’ Annual Reports. LGP218 – Internal Audit and Management Services offers a

Local Government Procurement kicks off the 2025 Networking Events. Details of the schedule as well as upcoming Lunch and Learn sessions. Sign up if you’d like to subscribe to receive these quarterly videos straight to your inbox.  

Watch now: ‘Tech-Driven Success for Indigenous Supplier Engagement’ With the recent announcement of LGP’s new Indigenous Procurement Pre-Qualification Scheme, now is the time to make sure you’re setting your team up for success when it comes to creating a positive impact for Indigenous businesses you work with. Following our insightful panel discussion on ‘Indigenous Innovation

Cyber-attacks aim to steal your data and destroy it on your systems, with public and large scale attacks well reported. For councils, and anyone with a lot of data, it takes a long time to recover. If a hacker is in your system, he can destroy 52 TB of your critical data an hour –

Who am I? My name is Mandy Liu, and I am originally from Taiwan, a small island, and when I moved to Australia initially settled in Brisbane, before relocating to Sydney ten years ago. I’ve been fortunate to experience different cities and embrace two distinct lifestyles. In my personal time, I enjoy bushwalking, practicing yoga, exploring

As the adoption of Electric Vehicles (EVs) continues to grow, the automotive industry has recognized that there are tyre requirements around electric vehicles that differ from that of the Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) Vehicles. These differences are critical for ensuring optimal performance, safety, and efficiency in EVs. Key Considerations for EV tyres: Increased Weight: EVs

Welcome to the LGP Summer update video. This season’s update includes information on our inaugural Lunch & Learn event, a recap of our networking meetings and events, an announcement about our collaboration with Telstra on the new Innovation & Development Fund, our upcoming Waste Webinar, current Tender Program and LGP’s Holiday shutdown period. Thanks for

In a world-first, Kypreos Group’s division, State Asphalts NSW has partnered with organisations such as Closed Loop to create Pak-Pave asphalt products from recycled materials including coffee cups, glass and other streams destined for landfill. Kypreos Group has been building a better future for Australia since 1970. While we are always pleased to work on