This page has information and links to guidelines, frameworks and model clauses relevant to procurement related policies and practices.
Aboriginal Procurement Policy Agency Practice Guide
Show moreThe Aboriginal Procurement Policy Agency Practice Guide assists government agencies to meet the targets set out in the Aboriginal Procurement Policy.
Annual Paid Information Session for Government Cleaning and Security Contracts
Show moreGeneral Procurement Direction 2023/01 Annual Paid Information Session for Government Cleaning and Security Contracts requires State agencies to include a special condition in ongoing contracts for cleaning and security services (valued $50,000 or above) permitting employees to attend an information session on workplace rights, at the ordinary rate of pay once per calendar year. The Direction does not apply to contracts for the delivery of services in schools and hospitals.
Practice guidance can be found on the Annual Paid Information Session for Government Cleaning and Security Contracts page.
Cloud Services Procurement Guideline
Show moreThe Cloud Services Procurement Guideline provides information and practical advice to public authorities on the procurement pathways to source cloud and consumption-based Information and Communication Technology services.
Community Services Planning in Partnership Guideline
Show moreThe Delivering Community Services in Partnership Policy recognises the importance of building a genuine partnership between the public and not-for-profit community services sectors when planning, purchasing and delivering sustainable Community Services in Western Australia.
The Planning in Partnership guide provides State agencies with direction and assistance on achieving this genuine partnership. The guide outlines important factors in building a successful partnership with service providers, service users and other stakeholders.
Contracting with the Western Australian Government - A Guide for Aboriginal Businesses
Show moreThe Contracting with the Western Australian Government - A Guide for Aboriginal Businesses, outlines considerations for businesses interested in contracting with the Western Australian Government and has been developed to support the Aboriginal Procurement Policy.
Environmental Procurement Guideline
Show moreThe Environmental Procurement Guideline provides additional information and practical advice to State agencies on how to integrate environmental sustainability considerations into the procurement process.
This guide should be used in conjunction with the Western Australian Social Procurement Framework and accompanying practice guide with a focus on delivering improved Community Outcomes.
Financial Guidelines for Government Agencies – Commissioning Community Services
Show moreThe Financial Guidelines for Government Agencies – Commissioning Community Services set out key Financial Management Principles, clarify Government’s authorising environment including relevant roles and responsibilities, and provide guidance on the costing and benchmarking of community services.
Free Trade Agreement Guidelines
Show moreThe Free Trade Agreement Guidelines provide government agencies with information on conducting government procurement in accordance with the Free Trade Agreements.
Gender Equality in Procurement
Show moreGeneral Procurement Direction 2024/02 Gender Equality in Procurement - Disclosure Clause requires State agencies to include a gender equality disclosure clause in all goods, services, works and community services approach to market documents for procurements with an estimated contract value of $250,000 and above.
Guidance for State agencies and suppliers, and the disclosure clause, can be found on the Gender Equality in Procurement page.
Managing Works Projects Other Than Non-Residential Buildings
Show moreGeneral Procurement Direction 2023/02 – Managing Works Projects Other Than Non-Residential Buildings requires State agencies to seek support for works projects, other than non-residential buildings, where the State agency does not have the authority to independently undertake these works projects.
Guidance can be found on the Managing Works Projects Other Than Non-Residential Buildings page.
Preventing procurement fraud
Show moreAgencies practising due diligence can complete checks and report fraud or corruption during the procurement process. The Preventing procurement fraud section will provide more information and guidance.
Procurement Practice Guidelines: Buy Local and Western Australian Industry Participation Strategy
Show moreThe Buy Local Policy and Western Australian Industry Participation Strategy (WAIPS) and Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) may impact public authorities decisions when seeking suppliers in the procurement of goods and services.
The Buy Local and Western Australian Industry Participation Strategy Guideline provides information and guidance.
Sponsorship in Government Guidelines
Show moreThe Sponsorship in Government Guidelines provide information about sponsorship in government.
Sponsorship is the right to associate the sponsor’s name, products or services with the sponsored organisation’s service, product or activity, in return for negotiated and specific benefits such as cash or in-kind support or promotional opportunities.
Supplier Wage Audit
Show moreThe Supplier Wage Audit (SWA) unit of the Department of Mines, Industry Regulation and Safety proactively monitors and audits the compliance of Government suppliers with employment obligations under applicable industrial laws and instruments.
State Agencies are required to insert clauses in contract documentation to ensure SWA has the authority to audit government suppliers.
The Supplier Wage Audit Model Clause is provided to assist State Agencies with implementing these requirements within agency specific contract documentation.
Work Health and Safety in Procurement
Show moreThe Work Health and Safety in Procurement Guideline provides an additional resource for agencies to use when they identify work health and safety risks in the procurement context. This guideline is intended to support compliance with procurement policy and WHS laws. It includes model clauses that can be adapted for use procurement documentation and contract conditions, where appropriate.
