Commonwealth Property Management Framework (RMG 500)

This resource management guide (RMG 500) has been updated to provide initial guidance and support to entities on APS Net Zero considerations and changes to the medium works threshold for the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works. For further information on these changes, please contact pcdcoord@finance.gov.au

The Commonwealth Property Management Framework supports the Public Governance, Performance and Accountability Act 2013 and supplements Division 1 of the Commonwealth Procurement Rules.

The Commonwealth Property Management Framework establishes a foundation for achieving value for money and promotes efficient, effective, economical and ethical management of owned and leased Commonwealth property in Australia, including external territories.

About the Commonwealth Property Management Framework

Introduction to the Commonwealth Property Management Framework, including its link to the Public Governance, Performance and Accountability Act 2013 and the role of the GovTEAMS property community.

Planning

Information on Property Management Plans, the Whole of Government Leasing Strategy, Capital Management Plans, the Occupational Density Target, workplace design and legislative and policy approval requirements.

Budgeting and Funding

Information on budgeting and funding requirements related to Commonwealth owned and leased property.

Managing

Information on the Property Services Coordinated Procurement Arrangements, including leasing services, facilities management services and ancillary services for Commonwealth domestic office accommodation and shopfronts.

Leasing

Information on leasing considerations and requirements, including minimising surplus office space, the lease endorsement process, using the Commonwealth National Lease, and divesting a lease.

Capital Works

Guidance on the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works and the Two Stage Capital Works Approval Process.

Ownership and Disposals

Information on Commonwealth property disposals and the Property Disposals Clearing House mechanism.

Reporting

Reporting on Commonwealth owned and leased property using the Australian Government Property Register.

Glossary

Definitions and acronyms used in Commonwealth property.

Resources

Property resources available to download.