This audit assessed whether the procurement for the redevelopment project was conducted in line with relevant policy and guidance, focussing on whether:
• the procurement approach complied with Partnerships Victoria Guidelines
• any post-tender project scope changes or proposed contractual terms materially impacted on the tender put to market
• the project agreement allocates risk between the parties in line with the Partnerships Victoria guidelines and protects the state's interests (including professional indemnity, dispute resolution, and abatement/liquidated damages clauses)
• probity was enforced and maintained through all key procurement stages, including any structured negotiations and prior to awarding the contract
• the state was provided with soundly based assurance that the conduct of the procurement process met probity and other relevant government procurement requirements.