Unlock Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games opportunities

The Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games (the Games) are more than a sporting event, they’re a catalyst for economic growth and innovation. For small, medium and new businesses, this is a rare opportunity to secure contracts and showcase capabilities on a global stage.

There are 3 entities focused on procurement for the Games:

1. The Games Independent Infrastructure and Coordination Authority (GIICA). GIICA is running the procurement and delivery for the 17 new and upgraded venues.
2. The Department of State Development, Infrastructure and Planning (DSDIP). DSDIP is leading the development of the Games Villages Program in the Gold Coast, Brisbane, Sunshine Coast and regional Queensland. 
3. The Brisbane Organising Committee for the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games (Brisbane 2032). Brisbane 2032 is responsible for organising Games planning, event coordination, managing temporary venue infrastructure and the operation of venues during Games Time. 

The Queensland Procurement Policy applies to all 3 entities: Queensland Government Queensland Procurement Policy 2026.

Along with these entities, Host City and Co-Host City councils will be procuring goods and services for their normal operations, for example, traffic management and waste services. Brisbane 2032 may choose to use these contracts in local jurisdictions.

Brisbane 2032’s procurement program is now open for Expressions of Interest (EOIs) for suppliers across Australia.

There will be about $2.5 billion on offer and around 500 opportunities for businesses to support the Olympic and Paralympic Games, including:

• temporary infrastructure
• transport
• fencing and barriers
• catering
• sports equipment
• uniforms
• signage
• merchandise
• technology
• medical services
• recovery equipment
• accommodation.

Past major events have been beneficial for small and medium enterprises (SMEs). For example, the Paris 2024 Games and Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games awarded over 80% of contracts to SMEs. Brisbane 2032 wants to do the same and support local businesses.

In addition to small and medium businesses, Brisbane 2032 wants to engage with: 

• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander-owned and run businesses
• businesses who develop sustainable products and services
• social enterprises
• women-owned and women-led businesses
• businesses owned or operated by people with disability
• culturally and linguistically diverse suppliers
• regional businesses.

No business is too small to apply. Opportunities vary in size and scope, and Brisbane 2032 encourages participation from SMEs and new businesses. Whether you can deliver the full scope of work or part of it, there’s a pathway for you.

The registration process allows businesses to nominate as either:

• Full scope: You can deliver the entire package of works.
• Partial scope: You can deliver part of the package.

If you’re a new business, don’t let limited experience hold you back. You can increase your knowledge and skills through workshops, mentoring, and support from state and local government economic development agencies or your industry association.

For businesses unable to deliver the full scope, forming partnerships may expand your opportunities for the Games or other future government and private sector projects.

Ensure you seek legal and financial advice when setting up formal agreements.

The Expression of Interest (EOI) process is simple:

1. Register on Gateway by ICN. 
2. Complete EOI questions.
3. Stay updated by signing for up for notifications. 

Shortlisted businesses will be invited to a closed tender process, which includes an in-person pitch presentation. A unique opportunity to showcase your capabilities beyond written submissions.

Gateway by ICN allows you to track your registration and manage all EOI applications, including those for the Games and other major projects. Updates on packages and outcomes will be communicated to you.