Malu Pty Ltd was engaged by Synergy to support their Indigenous Procurement Policy (IPP) targets and Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) goals. The engagement focused on identifying Indigenous businesses that could be invited to tender for procurement opportunities, particularly in the highly specialised energy services sector. The objective was to integrate Indigenous businesses into Synergy’s procurement and sustainment operations for energy generation.

Challenge

• Synergy sought to enhance its engagement with Indigenous suppliers but faced difficulties in identifying businesses capable of servicing the complex requirements of the energy sector. • The company needed a strategic approach to ensure Indigenous procurement targets were met without compromising operational efficiency and service quality. • Limited visibility of Indigenous businesses in energy generation and sustainment operations posed a challenge for supplier identification.

Solution

Malu Pty Ltd developed and executed a structured procurement strategy to align with Synergy’s objectives: • Conducted market research to identify Indigenous businesses with capabilities in relevant procurement categories. • Mapped procurement opportunities within Synergy’s energy generation and sustainment operations to ensure alignment with Indigenous suppliers’ capacities. • Facilitated introductions and engagement between Synergy and shortlisted Indigenous suppliers. • Provided strategic advice to Synergy on structuring tenders to encourage Indigenous business participation. • Assisted in assessing Indigenous suppliers' capabilities to ensure contract deliverability and long-term sustainability.

Outcome

Results • Successfully identified Indigenous businesses capable of participating in Synergy’s procurement process. • Enabled the awarding of procurement contracts to 17 Indigenous businesses. • Strengthened Synergy’s compliance with Indigenous Procurement Policy targets and advanced the commitments outlined in their Reconciliation Action Plan. • Enhanced Indigenous business participation in the energy sector, fostering long-term supplier relationships. Conclusion Malu Pty Ltd’s procurement strategy for Synergy successfully integrated Indigenous businesses into its supply chain. By aligning procurement opportunities with Indigenous business capabilities, Malu helped Synergy achieve key IPP and RAP objectives, further demonstrating Malu Pty Ltd’s commitment to sustainable economic development for Indigenous enterprises.