What’s happening
The Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games Organising Committee has officially launched its highly anticipated procurement program before a crowd of more than 1,500 people across in-person and online audiences.
The launch event introduced more than 50 expression of interest (EOI) packages covering vital work areas such as technology, temporary venues, signage, market research, and event production. These packages represent the first major opportunities for businesses to get involved in delivering the Games.
Attendees had the opportunity to meet directly with Brisbane 2032 buyers, gain insights into the Organising Committee’s key supplier selection criteria, and witness the unveiling of the new Brisbane 2032 Supplier Portal: a dedicated platform that will connect businesses of all sizes with upcoming contract opportunities.
The event marked the formal opening of procurement pathways for local and national companies, signalling the start of years of collaboration and contract work leading up to the Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Why it matters
President Andrew Liveris said the launch represented a major milestone in the Brisbane 2032 preparation timeline. He highlighted the importance of sourcing from within Queensland and across Australia to ensure the Games leave a lasting economic legacy.
“Procuring the right goods, services and people will be critical to our success in 2032,” Mr Liveris said. “We’re determined to ensure our local Queensland and Australian businesses get a healthy slice of the procurement pie.”
He also announced that the regional “Meet the Brisbane 2032 Buyer” tour would begin next month, starting with Cairns on 13 November. The tour aims to extend opportunities beyond Brisbane, giving regional businesses the chance to learn directly from the Organising Committee and engage with buyers face-to-face.
The event showcased how Brisbane 2032 is prioritising transparency, accessibility, and early engagement — ensuring small and large businesses alike can prepare for upcoming contracts.
By the Numbers
• Over 1,100 in-person attendees and an additional 400 joined online for the launch.
• More than 50 procurement EOI packages unveiled, spanning key Games work areas.
• $2.5 billion in contracts to be released and awarded progressively over time.
These figures underscore the scale of Brisbane 2032’s procurement program and its potential to create widespread business opportunities across Queensland.
Zoom In
Paris 2024 Organising Committee’s Chief Finance and Human Resources Officer, Fabrice Lacroix, attended as a keynote speaker. He shared lessons learned from the Paris Games, where 85 per cent of suppliers were French and nearly 80 per cent were small to medium-sized enterprises.
His experience demonstrated how engaging domestic suppliers can strengthen local industries while contributing to a successful global event. His insights reinforced the potential benefits Brisbane 2032 can achieve by empowering Queensland and Australian companies to play leading roles in Games delivery.
Zoom Out
Brisbane 2032 CEO Cindy Hook reflected on the Committee’s progress so far, confirming that supplier engagement has already begun well before the official launch.
“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,” Ms Hook said.
She added that the new Supplier Portal would enable the Committee to better understand market capability and alert registered businesses as new packages are released.
This early record of local engagement highlights the Organising Committee’s commitment to ensuring Queensland businesses are actively involved from the start and continue to benefit as the Games approach.
What to look for next
The first regional “Meet the Brisbane 2032 Buyer” event will be held in Cairns on 13 November, offering regional suppliers the opportunity to connect directly with Brisbane 2032 procurement teams.
Tickets for the Cairns event will be available soon HERE , where businesses can also register on the Supplier Portal for updates and notifications about future contract opportunities.
The regional tour will expand to more Queensland locations in the coming year, ensuring businesses from across the state have the chance to participate in the Brisbane 2032 journey.
