Victoria Tenders

Victoria's government is one of Australia's most active procurers, investing heavily in transport infrastructure, health services, and digital transformation. The Buying for Victoria portal is the central hub, but opportunities also flow through Major Transport Infrastructure Authority, health networks, and 79 local councils across the state.

Victorian Government procurement thresholds require open approaches to market for goods and services valued at $150,000 or above, and for construction valued at $200,000 or above. For procurements between $25,000 and these thresholds, agencies must seek at least three written quotations. The Victorian Government Purchasing Board oversees procurement policy and can grant exemptions for specific circumstances.

To register on Buying for Victoria, visit buyingfor.vic.gov.au and create a supplier account. You will need your ABN, company details, and information about your goods or services. The portal uses the UNSPSC classification system, so selecting accurate categories is important for receiving relevant notifications. Registration is free and gives you access to current tenders, contract awards, and forward procurement pipelines published by agencies.

Victoria's Social Procurement Framework is a key policy for suppliers to understand. It requires all government procurements over $20 million to deliver social and sustainable outcomes, including opportunities for Aboriginal Victorians, Victorians with disability, and social enterprises. The Local Jobs First Policy applies to projects valued at $1 million or more in regional areas and $3 million or more in metropolitan Melbourne, requiring minimum local content commitments. Victoria also maintains a strong focus on supplier diversity through its Social Enterprise Strategy.

The Victorian budget is typically delivered in May, with the strongest procurement activity occurring between July and December as agencies activate new budget allocations. Major transport infrastructure projects tend to release packages on a rolling basis throughout the year due to multi-year funding commitments. A noticeable slowdown occurs during the December-January holiday period, with activity picking up again in February.

Victoria's Big Build program remains the largest driver of tender opportunities, including the Suburban Rail Loop, Metro Tunnel completion, Level Crossing Removal Project, and the North East Link. Beyond transport, the government's investment in new and upgraded hospitals — including the New Footscray Hospital and Melton Hospital — generates significant health infrastructure procurement. The Victorian Renewable Energy Target is also driving tenders in energy, with offshore wind projects and battery storage creating new supply chain opportunities.

New suppliers should register on Buying for Victoria and review the Supplier Guide published on the portal. Understanding the Social Procurement Framework is essential, as demonstrating social value in your tender response can be a genuine differentiator. Consider joining relevant industry associations and attending government supplier briefings, which are regularly advertised on Buying for Victoria. For construction-related opportunities, prequalification with the Victorian Government is often a prerequisite. If you are new to government tendering, our guide to government tendering in Australia covers the process end to end.

Key agencies

• Buying for Victoria
• Major Transport Infrastructure Authority
• Department of Health
• Melbourne Water

What Victoria Government typically procures

• Major transport infrastructure (rail, road, level crossings)
• Hospital and health network construction
• Renewable energy and battery storage
• Civil construction and engineering
• IT services and digital platforms
• Consulting and professional services
• Education infrastructure
• Environmental and climate adaptation
• Water and utilities
• Facilities management and maintenance