PIRSA Consultants

In reply to the Hon. S.L. GAME ().30 April 2024).

The Hon. C.M. SCRIVEN (Minister for Primary Industries and Regional Development, Minister for Forest Industries): I am advised:

Response to question 1

In 2023-24, of the nine executed contracts valued over $55,000 where a competitive procurement process was undertaken involving both South Australian (SA) and non-SA businesses, only two SA companies were unsuccessful in their tender bid.

Response to question 2

PIRSA has not overspent its budget during my time as minister.

Response to question 3

PIRSA follows the principle for value for money as set under the procurement and contract management framework, which aims to achieve the desired procurement outcome at the best possible price, based on a balanced judgement of both financial and non-financial factors relevant to the procurement activity. This is measured by the achievement of outcomes (ie. set KPI's within contracts) with no additional costs incurred.