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 and opportunities.
Enhancing Contract Management in Local Government
WorldCC aims to enhance contract management in local government by equipping councils with the tools, knowledge, and networks needed to deliver value, manage risk, and improve efficiency. Local governments operate in increasingly complex environments, balancing compliance, community expectations, and tight budgets. Procurement and contract management teams face growing pressure to deliver value while safeguarding public interests.
The Challenges
WorldCC consistently sees councils navigating:
- Limited resources restricting investment in skills and systems.
- Evolving regulatory demands requiring ongoing compliance.
- Fragmented, inefficient contract management practices.
- Diverse stakeholder needs across the community, suppliers, and government.
- Risk management pressures to safeguard public value.
These challenges affect service delivery, increase costs, and heighten community risk.
How WorldCC Membership Helps
WorldCC membership equips councils to build stronger contract management capability, whether establishing foundations or advancing maturity.
Member Benefits
- Access to best practices from a range of industries, providing the opportunity to learn from others.
- Peer Networks: Exchange insights with other councils and sector professionals
- Market Intelligence: Access research to support informed decision-making.
- Innovation Support: Explore new technologies and methodologies within budget.
Flexible Membership Options
WorldCC offers accessible memberships for all council sizes:
- Individual: AU$330 per person annually
- Small to Medium-sized councils (under 250 employees): From $790 for 5 members, with options for up to 15 members
- Local Government: Enterprise membership providing access for 50 or more employees, inclusive of tailored learning sessions and a comprehensive WorldCC Capability Maturity Analysis, valued at approximately $160 per participant.
Next Steps
Strengthen your council’s contract management capability. Contact Sharon Morris – [email protected] to discuss the membership best suited to your needs.
Access WorldCC Benefits Today
Through LGP’s corporate membership, councils and individuals can start benefiting immediately with the following complimentary opportunities:
Commercial Awareness Program
Valued at approximately $500 but offered free through the WorldCC Foundation, this online course equips participants with the foundational knowledge needed to contribute to improved business outcomes. It is ideal for anyone seeking to strengthen their contracting expertise.
Get started here: Commercial Awareness Program
WorldCC Connect Events
Held nationally and internationally, these events are free and open to all. Delivered online or in person, they feature keynote speakers from diverse industries and provide opportunities to learn directly from practitioners. These events are an excellent way to broaden professional networks and gain insights into current procurement and contracting practices.
Find upcoming events here: WorldCC Connect
Contract Management Standard (CMS™)
The newly released CMS is a formalised framework that defines what “good” looks like in contract management, regardless of geography, sector, or organisational size. It provides a common language and benchmark for excellence, built through international collaboration, and validated by practitioners worldwide. The CMS™ sets out:
- The core competencies required for contract and commercial management professionals.
- A structured pathway for capability development and performance measurement.
- Guidance on best practice that is globally harmonised yet locally relevant.
Find our more and access the CMS here: Contract Management Standard