Aboriginal Business Capability Building Program
Tender Overview
About this tender
Overview The Department of Treasury and Finance will release a tender for the Aboriginal Business Development (ABD) Program, which is currently named the Aboriginal Business Capability Building (ABCB) Program. Purpose Skills developed through the ABD Program will support a growing and sustainable Aboriginal business sector that supports the WA Government contracting of Aboriginal businesses. Scope The scope includes supporting Aboriginal businesses to develop skills in the following topics: Contractual compliance Foundations of business, including financial management, business planning, and tax considerations Promoting your business Internal governance Joint ventures Tendering skills Contractor Requirements Qualified and experienced Aboriginal business Registered on Supply Nation's Indigenous Business Direct or the Aboriginal Business Directory Western Australia Enquiries Contact: Lydia Merrington Phone: (08) 92621493 Email: Lydia.Merrington@dohw.wa.gov.au
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