https://www.forbes.nsw.gov.au
Strategic priorities, major projects, procurement context, and consulting opportunity angles.
Region
Central West / Orana
LGA Type
Shire
2 Court Street, Forbes NSW 2871
Stephen Dunshea
Interim General Manager
Stefan Murru
Director Corporate Services
Forbes Shire Council serves the Forbes region in central-west NSW, significantly impacted by recent flooding and designated as a priority for recovery programs. The council is delivering major developments including Homemakers Centre Stage 2 and social housing projects, while implementing community strategic planning for long-term growth.
Community Strategic Plan
https://www.forbes.nsw.gov.au/ArticleDocuments/200/CSP20182028.pdf.aspx
Delivery Program (4 yr)
https://www.forbes.nsw.gov.au/council/council-documents/plans
Operational Plan (annual)
https://www.forbes.nsw.gov.au/council/council-documents/plans
Annual Report (most recent)
https://www.forbes.nsw.gov.au/council/council-documents/reports
Long-term Financial Plan
Not located
Asset Management Plan
Not located
Workforce Management Strategy
Not located
Disaster recovery and community resilience (flood recovery focus)
Economic development and retail revitalization (Homemakers Centre)
Social housing and affordable housing provision
Infrastructure renewal and community asset maintenance
Community engagement and participation
Strategic long-term planning and growth
Homemakers Centre Stage 2:
$5.4M investment; completion ahead of schedule with 24/7 service station, convenience store, fast food, KFC, fuel centre
Social Housing Development:
Homes NSW constructing 28 dwellings (early 2026 start); 10 hectares developer land to include 132 mixed tenure homes (private, social, affordable)
Camp Street Bridge Upgrade:
Infrastructure improvement project
Community Infrastructure Renewal:
Roads, pools, community buildings, footpaths, shared pathways, playgrounds
Disaster Recovery Programs:
Priority LGA for recovery funding and support
Homemakers Centre Stage 2 progressing ahead of schedule (January 2026)
Social housing construction commencing 2026 (Homes NSW project)
Forbes Shire Council identified as priority for disaster recovery programs
Community funding programs supporting local groups and projects
January 2026 council update confirming progress on major projects
Council procurement detail
Tenders portal
Not located
Procurement page
https://www.forbes.nsw.gov.au/council/council-documents/plans
Buy local / supplier programs
Forbes Shire Council Community Funding Program
Where to monitor live opportunities
LGP — Open Tenders
Current LGP RFTs (panel refreshes)
Subscribe to the LGP newsletter; RFTs are usually open 4-6 weeks.
TenderLink
NSW council tenders + LGP RFTs
Free supplier registration. Set keyword alerts.
VendorPanel
Selected NSW council tenders + state government
Used by Blacktown and several Sydney councils.
NSW eTendering
NSW state government + selected councils
Some councils participate; useful for joint state/council projects.
LG Tenderbox
Council-specific portal for some councils
Smaller user base; check whether your target councils use it.
LGNSW Procurement
Industry news, RFTs, supplier opportunities
LGNSW is the peak body for NSW councils — useful for context and networking.
Office of Local Government NSW
Council policy, financial data, procurement guidance
Source of truth for thresholds and council compliance.
AusTender
Federal opportunities (some council relevance)
Useful when councils partner with Commonwealth-funded programs.
Forbes Shire Council provides digital access to council documents, plans, and reports through its website. No specialized digital strategy identified. Standard council digital services typical for regional councils with focus on community information and disaster recovery communication.
Disaster recovery and climate resilience planning following flood impacts
Mixed-tenure social housing development and community integration
Retail and commercial centre activation and economic revitalization
Infrastructure renewal prioritization and community asset management
Flood recovery funding and grant administration
Community engagement and participation in strategic planning