Event details
Cumberland Council is offering a hands-on training course to help suppliers of all sizes understand how to successfully bid for public sector contracts.
This course is designed to simplify the process and give you the tools, knowledge, and confidence to compete for government work.
Held on 2 December 2025 - there will be 2 separate sessions to choose from:
- Session 1 - 9am to 12:30pm or
- Session 2 - 1pm to 4:30pm
What You’ll Learn
- How NSW Local Government procurement works
- What councils look for in a tender response
- How to assess if a tender opportunity is right for your business
- How to write clear, persuasive, and compliant bids
- What happens after you submit a tender – including negotiations and feedback
- Ethical standards and governance in public sector procurement
Course Features
- Delivered by experienced trainers with real-world procurement expertise
- Practical exercises and examples tailored to local government requirements
- Face-to-face and online options available
- Suitable for small, medium, and large businesses
- Includes course materials and post-session resources
Who Should Attend?
- Local suppliers interested in government contracts
- Businesses new to tendering
- Existing suppliers looking to improve their success rate
- Industry associations and business chambers
Expressions of Interest
If you would like to attend this course complete the expressions of interest form.
