Pathways to Procurement Program
The Pathways to Procurement (PtP) program is an initiative designed to enhance procurement and contract management capabilities within the Australian Public Service (APS). It aims to establish a structured and sustainable pathway that supports APS officials who are new to procurement and contract management roles, enabling them to quickly build the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively carry out their responsibilities.
The program incorporates procurement and contract management training modules developed and delivered by Finance, a Certificate IV in Procurement and Contracting delivered by a Registered Training Organisation, and additional professional development content.
Commonwealth Procurement and Contract Management Community of Practice (CoP)
The CoP is an online community which aims to improve procurement and contract management capability and practices across the Commonwealth. The CoP brings together officials undertaking procurements or managing contracts to share best practice, raise procurement and contract management related issues, seek guidance, hear from industry and government experts, and receive updates on policy, guidance and associated systems and tools. This forum also hosts regular meetings.
Membership to the CoP is open to all Australian Government Officials who undertake procurement or contract management in their role.
Commonwealth Procurement and Contract Management Awards for Excellence
The Commonwealth Procurement and Contract Management Awards for Excellence (the Awards) is hosted by Finance and aims to promote the important role procurement plays in delivering services and outcomes for government, the business community and the Australian public.
The Awards celebrate the positive procurement achievements delivered by entities by showcasing better practice, leadership, innovation and excellence.
The Awards help build a community of engaged procurement and contract management professionals who share knowledge on innovative approaches and lessons learned on procurement and contract management activities.
Procurement Bulletin
The procurement bulletin is a bimonthly publication that consists of procurement related entity notices, information on coordinated arrangements, upcoming events, Frequently Asked Questions and more. Membership to receive the Bulletin is restricted to Australian Government Officials only.
