Unlocking Social Procurement Success in NSW: Insights from Sedo Group’s Victorian Expertise

At Sedo Group, we are leaders in strategic procurement and social procurement, guiding organisations to navigate and excel in Australia’s evolving procurement landscape. Our extensive experience in Victoria’s social procurement market has positioned us to support companies growing and expanding into New South Wales (NSW), where local procurement policies present unique opportunities to drive economic and community value.

Recently, we partnered with a large multinational company to develop a comprehensive social procurement response for a major NSW project. By leveraging our Victorian expertise, we provided strategic procurement consulting advice that not only ensured compliance with NSW Government requirements but also positions the company to deliver meaningful social, economic, and environmental outcomes. 

Victoria vs. NSW: Navigating Different Procurement Frameworks 

While Victoria’s Local Jobs First Policy focuses on local content and job creation by supporting the Australia and New Zealand (ANZ) workforce, NSW adopts a more targeted approach with its SME and Regional Procurement Policy. This policy prioritises local procurement by encouraging buyers to engage small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and regional suppliers within the specific communities where projects are delivered. This approach strengthens local economies and supports economic sustainability by ensuring procurement spending directly benefits regional communities of the project. 

Both Victoria and NSW share a commitment to social and sustainable procurement, with environmental sustainability remaining a priority in both states. NSW places significant importance on circular economy principles, particularly the reuse and repurposing of materials to minimise waste and maximise resource efficiency. This focus complements Victoria’s environmental initiatives, reinforcing a shared dedication to sustainable, strategic procurement practices. 

A key area of alignment between both states is their shared focus on creating opportunities for Aboriginal communities, people with disabilities, and promoting broader diversity and inclusion. However, unlike Victoria’s broader Priority Jobseekers classification, NSW policies specifically identify key groups such as culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) communities, LGBTIQ+ individuals, and women.

To support our client’s success in the NSW procurement market, Sedo Group developed targeted strategies to boost Aboriginal participation, enhance disability inclusion, and promote diversity and inclusion across CALD communities, LGBTIQ+ individuals, and women. This approach ensured compliance with NSW requirements while driving meaningful social impact in local communities. 

Modern Slavery and Biosecurity: Key NSW Compliance Areas 

A major distinction in NSW procurement policies is the stronger emphasis on modern slavery prevention and biosecurity compliance—areas not typically mandated in Victoria. NSW suppliers must demonstrate how they identify and mitigate modern slavery risks within their supply chains, ensuring ethical sourcing and responsible labour practices. Additionally, NSW enforces strict biosecurity measures to protect its agricultural and environmental sectors, requiring proactive management of biosecurity risks. 

To help our client navigate these additional requirements, Sedo Group developed tailored procurement strategies for ethical supply chain management and biosecurity risk mitigation, ensuring full compliance and competitive advantage. 

Driving Long-Term Social, Economic, and Environmental Impact 

Our work goes beyond compliance. We empower organisations to develop strategic procurement strategies that deliver lasting economic sustainability, social inclusion, and environmental impact. This includes partnering with Aboriginal businesses, social enterprises, and SMEs, fostering inclusive employment pathways, and supporting circular economy practices such as material reuse and resource efficiency. By aligning local procurement strategies with NSW’s focus on economic resilience, social inclusion, and environmental sustainability, businesses can create authentic, impactful change. 

Partner with Sedo Group for Procurement Success 

Successfully navigating NSW’s dynamic procurement environment requires expert guidance and a strategic procurement approach. Whether you’re a buyer managing complex procurement frameworks or a supplier striving to meet evolving standards, Sedo Group is here to help. 

Let’s drive meaningful change together. Connect with Sedo Group today to discover how we can support your social procurement goals. 

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