Our Suppliers

Our Suppliers are very important to us and we are committed to working with them to guarantee success. Because of this collaborative process, Strategic Purchasing is able to provide access to new markets and reduce the resources required to get there.

Strategic Purchasing suppliers are appointed following a public tender process that is initiated approximately three to four months prior to the commencement or renewal of an existing contract.

Benefits of becoming a Strategic Purchasing Supplier:

Market Access

• Increased volume of sales through assisted access to a large and growing market.
• Leverage from Strategic Purchasings' unique knowledge in dealing with the complexities of the legislative and procedural requirements of Government markets.

Promotional Opportunities

• Increased awareness of suppliers products and services through Strategic Purchasing promotional activities.
• Support to supplier marketing resources through Strategic Purchasing client relationships.
• Improved cross selling opportunities for new products and services through the Strategic Purchasing supplier/client network.
• Access to a current database for new prospects and business contacts.

Market Information

• Access to the extensive Strategic Purchasing market information system to assist in identifying trends and opportunities.
• Strategic Purchasing provides communication & promotional opportunities for interested parties to share knowledge on a broad range of relevant issues.

Reduced Costs

• Reduced costs of tendering. One Strategic Purchasing tender provides access to a multitude of clients across three states as distinct from individual tenders for each client.
• Standardisation of products and services are encouraged based on clients' needs.

Certainty of Supply

• Through the development of long term client relationships there is an increased certainty of sales.
• Potential for guaranteed volumes (Committed Volume Contract or CVC).

Integrity & Probity of Tender Process

• Supplier selection is based on a fair and equitable selection process.
• Authorised Strategic Purchasing suppliers are recognised by clients as viable and competitive organisations.