This Procurement connected policy outlines the key components of the Commonwealth Government's policy to increase the integrity of government procurement, as recommended in the Black Economy Taskforce's final report.
From 1 July 2019, businesses seeking to tender for Australian Government procurement contracts over $4 million (including GST) are required provide a statement from the Australian Taxation Office showing they have a satisfactory tax record.
All non-corporate Commonwealth entities must comply with the policy.
Black Economy Procurement Connected Policy
Frequently Asked Questions for Commonwealth procurement officers and tenderers
Further guidance for Commonwealth procurement officers and tenderers can be found on the ATO website
Press release: The Hon Stuart Roberts, MP Assistant Treasurer
Department of Finance – Procurement Connected Policies
Standard clauses for Commonwealth procurement officers will be made available before 1 July 2019.
For policy queries email: BlackEconomy@treasury.gov.au