Contract Management

The objectives of this policy are to ensure that:

  • contracts are managed in a manner that allows the City to fully realise community benefits, value for money, quality outcomes, while minimising risk.
  • the City prioritises contract management and provides leadership at all levels to ensure buy-in and commitment to effective contract management.
  • the City and contractor / supplier relationship is managed effectively to ensure the market continues to show interest in doing business with the City to support its programs and services.
  • a consistent approach and framework is adopted to managing contracts across Council.
  • contract management roles and responsibilities are clearly identified and understood by the Officers that undertake them.
  • the City's contract managers are adequately skilled and trained.
  • the principles of ethical behaviour, probity and conflict of interest are adhered to in the management of all contracts.
  • the City adheres to its legislative obligations and requirements.