Public Works and Procurement Regulation 2019

Public Works and Procurement Regulation 2019 (NSW)

What is this? This is a NSW government regulation — a set of legally binding rules made under the broader Public Works and Procurement Act 1912 — that governs how the NSW government buys goods and services, and manages public building and construction projects.

Who does it affect?

• Businesses and contractors tendering (bidding) for NSW government work — including construction, IT, consulting, and supply contracts
• NSW government agencies responsible for running procurement (purchasing) processes
• Taxpayers, whose money funds these contracts

Why does it matter? This regulation sets the rules of the game for how billions of dollars in NSW government spending is awarded. It is meant to ensure government purchasing is fair, transparent, and delivers value for money.

Important practical note: This regulation is scheduled for automatic repeal (expiry) on 1 September 2026 under NSW's staged repeal system (a process where regulations automatically expire after a set period unless deliberately renewed). This means businesses and agencies should watch for a replacement regulation or updated rules before that date.

Current status: The version in force since 30 October 2023 is the current version applying today.