The NSW government today announced an overhaul of its primary ICT contract processes, claimed to make it easier for agencies to procure the services they need. Under the reforms, the NSW government has introduced a two-tier supplier listing that “more realistically reflects the risk profile of the required goods and services,” said the minister for finance and services, Greg Pearce. These include a new registered supplier list for low-risk goods and services valued at less than $150,000 and an advanced registered supplier list for high-risk contracts worth more than $150,000. “This reform follows extensive consultation between government and industry to make the most of procurement opportunities and features a simple online application process to replace previous costly panel contracting arrangements,” Pearce said in a statement. “These new arrangements with ensure NSW government agencies can find and procure the services that best meet their needs and cut red tape for business. “We are keen to fill the void left by Labor by taking advantage of the ICT sector’s expertiuse that will enable us to improve service delivery for citizens and ensure we meet public expectations.” The change will come into effect from March 1, 2013. Developments for the new arrangements will be published on the ProcurePoint website at www.procurepoint.nsw.gov.au/before-you-buy/prequalification-schemes-0/ict-services-scheme. Related content news Emirates NBD drives sustainability goals with Microsoft partnership By Andrea Benito Dec 10, 2023 2 mins CIO news COP28: How Du and Ericsson's partnership is supporting UAE Net Zero Strategy By Andrea Benito Dec 10, 2023 3 mins CIO Green IT brandpost Sponsored by Freshworks When your AI chatbots mess up AI ‘hallucinations’ present significant business risks, but new types of guardrails can keep them from doing serious damage By Paul Gillin Dec 08, 2023 4 mins Generative AI brandpost Sponsored by Dell New research: How IT leaders drive business benefits by accelerating device refresh strategies Security leaders have particular concerns that older devices are more vulnerable to increasingly sophisticated cyber attacks. By Laura McEwan Dec 08, 2023 3 mins Infrastructure Management Podcasts Videos Resources Events SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER From our editors straight to your inbox Get started by entering your email address below. Please enter a valid email address Subscribe