How much does Department of Defence spend on procurement?
Department of Defence is an Australian Government agency that has awarded 330,706 procurement contracts worth $624.88B. Its largest supplier is various suppliers. 27.7% of its contracts are awarded through competitive processes.
What does Department of Defence spend its procurement budget on?
| Category | Contracts | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| 377 | $47.87B | 17.6% | |
| 411 | $39.54B | 14.6% | |
| 1,592 | $35.23B | 13.0% | |
| 546 | $33.09B | 12.2% | |
| 149 | $18.03B | 6.6% | |
| 10 | $16.77B | 6.2% | |
| 5,935 | $8.30B | 3.1% | |
| 1,239 | $7.99B | 2.9% | |
| 136 | $6.56B | 2.4% | |
| 8 | $6.50B | 2.4% |
How competitive is Department of Defence's procurement process?
27.7% competitive
Low competition — this agency relies heavily on limited or direct sourcing.
Based on procurement method classification. Competitive includes open tender, selective tender, request for tender/quotation/proposal, and expression of interest.
Which Department of Defence contracts are up for renewal?
These contracts are expiring within the next 18 months and represent potential recompete opportunities for suppliers.
What size contracts does Department of Defence typically award?
| Size Range | Contracts | Total Value |
|---|---|---|
| Under $10K | 600 | $797K |
| $10K-$50K | 179,819 | $4.02B |
| $50K-$100K | 45,723 | $3.23B |
| $100K-$500K | 63,938 | $14.67B |
| $500K-$1M | 15,761 | $11.14B |
| $1M-$5M | 17,575 | $37.98B |
| $5M-$20M | 4,817 | $45.78B |
| $20M+ | 2,473 | $508.06B |
What contracts has Department of Defence awarded recently?
| Contract | Supplier | Value | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fabricated Stands | THE TRUSTEE FOR THE AUSTEK ENGINEERING UNIT TRUST | $14K | |
| Catering Services | THE TRUSTEE FOR SCHWARTZ FAMILY TRUST | $12K | |
| Flooring | CABINET TIMBERS PROPRIETARY LIMITED | $29K | |
| Safety System | THE TRUSTEE FOR P AND K CROSS INVESTMENT TRUST | $13K | |
| Printing Equipment | UNICARD SYSTEMS PTY. LIMITED | $11K | |
| Test Equipment | ROHDE AND SCHWARZ (AUSTRALIA) PTY LTD | $30K | |
| Catering Services | THE TRUSTEE FOR THE DANA FAMILY TRUST | $30K | |
| Boat Equipment | THE DECKSTORE PTY LTD | $13K | |
| Catering Services | THE TRUSTEE FOR THE DANA FAMILY TRUST | $29K | |
| Education Services | UNIVERSITY OF NEW SOUTH WALES | $10K |
Is Department of Defence using more competitive procurement over time?
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| Year | Competitive | Non-Competitive | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 7269 | 19590 | 26859 |
| 2016 | 7832 | 18902 | 26734 |
| 2017 | 7024 | 16513 | 23537 |
| 2018 | 7480 | 16399 | 23879 |
| 2019 | 7533 | 17210 | 24743 |
| 2020 | 7295 | 19140 | 26435 |
| 2021 | 8048 | 18855 | 26903 |
| 2022 | 6835 | 18657 | 25492 |
| 2023 | 5331 | 17397 | 22728 |
| 2024 | 5362 | 19227 | 24589 |
| 2025 | 5067 | 18129 | 23196 |
| 2026 | 597 | 3066 | 3663 |
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