What’s happening
The Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games Organising Committee has officially opened its procurement program, setting the stage for widespread business involvement across Queensland and Australia.
At the launch, more than 1,100 people attended in person and 400 joined online. Over 50 expression of interest (EOI) packages were released to the market, spanning critical work areas including technology, temporary venues, signage, market research, and event production.
Participants also engaged directly with Brisbane 2032 buyers, received insight into supplier selection criteria, and witnessed the launch of the Committee’s Supplier Portal — a platform designed to connect local enterprises to Games-related opportunities.
Why it matters
Brisbane 2032 President Andrew Liveris said the procurement rollout represents a once-in-a-generation opportunity for Queensland businesses. More than $2.5 billion in contracts will be available from the Organising Committee in the years leading up to 2032, to be released in waves.
Mr Liveris emphasised that the focus will remain on supporting Australian companies. “Procuring the right goods, services and people will be critical to our success in 2032,” he said.
By the Numbers
• More than 50 EOI packages available to market.
• $2.5 billion in procurement contracts announced for the coming years.
• 1,100 attendees participated in person, with 400 joining online.
Zoom In
CEO Cindy Hook highlighted the Committee’s ongoing collaboration with local businesses. “Since establishing the Organising Committee, we have paid out over $15.5m to suppliers, with more than 80 per cent of this spend going to local businesses, and 44 per cent are small and medium businesses,” she said.
She added that the Supplier Portal will help identify market capacity and capability, ensuring upcoming opportunities reach suitable businesses.
Zoom Out
Paris 2024 Organising Committee’s Chief Finance and HR Officer, Fabrice Lacroix, shared data from last year’s Games, noting that 85 per cent of their suppliers were French and nearly 80 per cent were SMEs. This example highlights how hosting the Games can generate strong economic outcomes for local industries.
What to look for next
The first regional “Meet the Brisbane 2032 Buyer” event will take place in Cairns on 13 November. Businesses can register their interest and access the Supplier Portal through brisbane2032.org.
