This framework should be used by agencies for the procurement of infrastructure. It is also intended to provide information to potential proponents, advisers and other interested parties.
As a general rule, the framework is not mandatory for:
- certain standard design and construction projects such as office buildings with long-term government tenants
- information and communication technology projects
- government owned corporations and category 1 water authorities seeking Community Service Obligation funding to procure new infrastructure
- general procurement of services by the government where infrastructure is not being provided, for example through professional consulting services.
However, adoption of the procurement principles contained within the framework may be beneficial for such organisations.
The Portfolio Minister may write to Cabinet Budget Review Committee seeking to exempt from the Policy a project which lies above the threshold, or include a project that lies below the threshold, having first consulted with the Minister for Infrastructure and Planning and the Treasurer.