https://www.northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au
Strategic priorities, major projects, procurement context, and consulting opportunity angles.
Region
Greater Sydney
LGA Type
Council
1 Belgrave Street, Manly NSW 2095
Scott Phillips
Chief Executive Officer
Naren Gangavarapu
Chief Information and Digital Officer
Northern Beaches Council manages a geographically diverse and prosperous region spanning from Manly to Pittwater, encompassing iconic coastal communities, beaches, bushland reserves, and significant residential and commercial areas. The council prioritises environmental protection, coastal and bushland management, and sustainable transport.
Community Strategic Plan
Community Strategic Plan 2040
Delivery Program (4 yr)
Delivery Program 2024-2028
Operational Plan (annual)
Operational Plan 2025-2026
Annual Report (most recent)
Annual Report 2024-25
Long-term Financial Plan
LTFP 2024-2028
Workforce Management Strategy
Not located
Asset Management Plan
Not located
Protect natural environment with thriving coastal and bushland ecosystems
Improve transport connectivity and safe, active, sustainable travel options
Support housing diversity and affordability while maintaining community character
Create connected, inclusive communities with strong social wellbeing
Environmental resilience and climate adaptation across all strategic areas
Quality local employment and economic opportunity
Towards 2040 Local Strategic Planning Statement
Long-term land-use and development planning
Transport and Active Travel Infrastructure
Safe cycling and pedestrian network expansion
Coastal Pathway and Beach Protection
Coastal resilience and public access improvements
Community Facilities Modernisation
Library, recreation, and social infrastructure upgrades
Bushland and Reserve Management
Biodiversity protection and land stewardship
Housing Diversity Program
Planning support for affordable and diverse housing
Climate Resilience and Environmental Programs
Sustainability and adaptation initiatives
2025:Capital investment of $84.2M supporting facility and infrastructure needs
2024-25:6.8km of roads resurfaced; 69 streets underwent preventative maintenance; 10 new footpaths added
2024-25:5,000+ trip hazards cleared from pathways
2024-25:Corporate carbon emissions reduced by 20,000 tonnes through renewable energy push
2025:Community Strategic Plan 2040 underwent review and endorsement process
Live tenders for Northern Beaches Council
Council panels: Intermittent direct consulting RFTs, otherwise LGP
Coastal hazards, environmental, asset planning consulting common.
Council procurement detail
Tenders portal
Northern Beaches Council Strategic Framework
Procurement page
Northern Beaches Council Strategies and Plans
Buy local / supplier programs
Not located
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.
Northern Beaches Council uses digital community engagement platforms (yoursay.northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au) for strategic planning consultation. No public-facing ICT strategy document was identified; digital initiatives appear integrated within service delivery and customer engagement programs typical for larger regional councils.
Coastal climate resilience and adaptation – sea-level rise planning and infrastructure protection
Transport network optimisation – active travel integration and car dependency reduction
Bushland and biodiversity conservation – land management and ecological restoration
Housing diversity and affordability integration – planning policy and market facilitation
Large-scale community engagement – CSP review and long-term vision realisation