First Nations Procurement Scheme Expression of Interest

LGP’s First Nations Procurement Scheme (FNPS), is a safe space for NSW councils to identify, access and engage with pre-qualified First Nation businesses. This initiative reflects a strategic effort to promote economic inclusion, foster partnerships, and support the growth of First Nation enterprises while simplifying the procurement process for councils.

Key Characteristics of the First Nations Procurement Scheme

1. This is a pre-qualified list of First Nation businesses who have not been through a tender.
2. LGP has applied a maximum engagement limit of $249,999 (including GST). Councils must apply their procurement policy and delegations of authority when buying under this arrangement.
3. LGP has conducted high level due diligence on all approved participating First Nation businesses, validating business credentials and insurances.
4. All approved participating First Nation businesses are on LGP’s VendorPanel site and are ready to receive Request For Quotations.
5. All participating First Nation businesses are either Supply Nation Certified or an Assured Business or Enterprise with the NSW Indigenous Chamber of Commerce.
6. Councils given customised First Nation Procurement dashboards.

100% of all revenue generated will be invested back into selected First Nations community programs.

Click here to see the full agreement.

The First Nations Procurement Scheme has been intentionally developed by using LGP’s procurement aggregation expertise and industry experience.

Key benefits the program aims to deliver include

1. Expanded Promotion for First Nation Enterprises
   The platform increases visibility of First Nation businesses, connecting them with council buyers.
2. Supporting the Growth of First Nation Enterprises
   By providing opportunities to access larger markets, the Scheme supports the growth and scalability of First Nation businesses.
3. Initiate New Employment Opportunities
   New business through council engagement creates jobs and economic opportunities within First Nation communities.
4. Growing Regional Economic Development
   Sourcing from local First Nation businesses contributes directly to the economic growth and development of regional and remote communities.
5. Social procurement outcomes for NSW councils
   The Scheme supports councils to achieve their social sustainability goals through procurement.

Why Choose the First Nation Procurement Marketplace?

The First Nations Procurement Scheme is more than a procurement tool. It represents a strategic driver of change by connecting councils with pre-qualified First Nation enterprises, advancing economic opportunities, and contributing to reconciliation and inclusion across NSW.

Take the Next Step

• For First Nation Businesses:
  If you are a First Nation business interested in participating in the Local Government First Nation Procurement Marketplace, complete the expression of interest form below.
• For NSW Councils:
  If you are a council looking to engage with pre-qualified First Nation businesses currently available on VendorPanel, click here to Access Now and view our list.

We look forward to partnering with councils and First Nation businesses to build stronger, more inclusive economic opportunities for communities across NSW.