Local Government Contracts Australia (LGCA) has proudly merged with SHOP Consulting to form a single, unified brand. As one organisation, LGCA now offers councils a complete end-to-end procurement solution. Backed by a shared commitment to ethical, compliant, and value-for-money outcomes, this merger simplifies how councils access expert support across every stage of the procurement lifecycle.

What this means for you is simple. There will be no disruption to existing services. The consulting division, previously known as SHOP Consulting, will continue operating with the same expert team you’ve come to trust—delivering policy writing, tender facilitation, probity advisory services, and tailored training.

What We Do

LGCA bridges the gap between government buyers and suppliers by offering a streamlined and innovative approach to procurement. We’ve established the first National Local Government Supplier Register, delivering significant competitive advantages in terms of cost savings, streamlined processes, and stringent compliance.

Our commitment is to maintain ethical, practical, sustainable and value driven processes.

The National Local Government Supplier Register (NLGSR) by LGCA


The NLGSR is a full assessed and approved list of suppliers.

LGCA aims to have suppliers across all 27 categories and 374 subcategories of council spend.

The register is open to all 537 Councils.


Benefits for Buyers

Best practice, procurement-driven products

Access to diverse supplier pool

Zero access or admin fees for councils

Benefits for Suppliers

All council spend categories covered

Always open supplier registration

No cost to suppliers if no services delivered

At LGCA, we are specialists in procurement and contract management consultancy, designed with the specific needs of local government in mind. We extend our services nationally, offering tailored, end-to-end solutions that address the diverse and often complex challenges faced by councils across Australia.

PROCUREMENT SYSTEMS

We support the design, implementation, and management of effective systems that streamline procurement processes.

PROBITY SERVICES

Our probity services are designed to assure that procurement processes are carried out fairly and transparently.

TENDER FACILITATION

We assist in efficiently managing the tendering process, ensuring a seamless experience from planning to execution.

CONTRACT MANAGEMENT

We provide end-to-end contract management services, from drafting and negotiation to monitoring and compliance.

POLICY & STRATEGY DEVELOPMENT

Our team works collaboratively with our clients to devise strategies that align with their goals and deliver measurable results.

TRAINING SERVICES

Our comprehensive training modules equip participants with the latest insights and best practices in critical areas.