There is a range of policy requirements and supporting guidance that addresses various aspects of procurement. Those involved in contracting should be aware of this information and apply it to the particular circumstances. This material comprises:

• the Commonwealth Procurement Guidelines (CPGs),3 issued by the Finance Minister, that establish the procurement policy framework within which agencies subject to the FMA Act and certain CAC Act bodies determine their specific procurement practices

• policies on particular matters, for example Privacy, Occupational Health and Safety and Security

• Finance Circulars issued by the Department of Finance and Administration (Finance) which provide advice on key changes and developments in the procurement policy framework, and

There is a range of policy requirements and supporting guidance that addresses various aspects of procurement.

• a range of web based and printed material issued by Finance and other entities that provides guidance to agencies and officials in implementing procurement policy.4

The procurement policies of CAC entities not subject to the CPGs are the responsibility of each individual entity in the context of their enabling legislation. These entities are encouraged to adopt some or all of the requirements of the CPGs, recognising that they represent good practice.

CAC entities are encouraged to adopt some or all of the requirements of the CPGs, recognising that they represent good practice.