Overview
The Australian Government has awarded 43,613 contracts worth $10.13B in the Administration and Business Support procurement category (UNSPSC family 8012), spanning 20 years (2007–2026). This spending covers 4,263 distinct suppliers and 145 government agencies. The largest buyer is Transport for NSW, and the most-awarded supplier is AUSTRALIAN GOVERNMENT SOLICITOR. Year-over-year spending has decreased by 36%. There are currently 3,009 contracts worth $756.8M expiring within the next 12 months, representing potential recompete opportunities.
Key Metrics
Annual Spending
Government spend on Administration and Business Support over time. Hover bars for details.
Top 10 Suppliers
Largest suppliers in Administration and Business Support by total contract value awarded.
| # | Supplier | Contracts | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | AUSTRALIAN GOVERNMENT SOLICITOR | 2,244 | $776.9M | 7.7% |
| 2 | Australian Government Solicitor | 4,682 | $588.8M | 5.8% |
| 3 | CLAYTON UTZ | 1,726 | $468.0M | 4.6% |
| 4 | MINTER ELLISON | 579 | $279.9M | 2.8% |
| 5 | ASHURST AUSTRALIA | 1,007 | $205.5M | 2.0% |
| 6 | NORTON ROSE FULBRIGHT AUSTRALIA | 666 | $200.3M | 2.0% |
| 7 | KING & WOOD MALLESONS | 503 | $170.7M | 1.7% |
| 8 | King & Wood Mallesons | 294 | $158.9M | 1.6% |
| 9 | Maddocks | 981 | $141.9M | 1.4% |
| 10 | MADDOCKS | 761 | $140.5M | 1.4% |
Top 10 Agencies
Government agencies with the most spending in Administration and Business Support.
| # | Agency | Contracts | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Transport for NSW | 106 | $1.72B |
| 2 | Department of Defence | 5,977 | $1.30B |
| 3 | Department of Home Affairs | 632 | $1.14B |
| 4 | Australian Taxation Office | 3,057 | $1.13B |
| 5 | Australian Securities and Investments Commission | 3,595 | $669.4M |
| 6 | Department of Finance | 2,453 | $576.8M |
| 7 | Attorney-General's Department | 874 | $439.2M |
| 8 | Services Australia | 699 | $433.6M |
| 9 | Australian Competition and Consumer Commission | 4,309 | $417.0M |
| 10 | Department of Health and Aged Care | 2,177 | $212.8M |
Parent Category
Management & Professional Services UNSPSC Segment 80 · 257,941 contracts · $477.63B · 44,225 suppliersTrack Administration and Business Support procurement
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