More than 1500 people have been shown what it takes to help build the infrastructure for the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Brisbane 2032 President Andrew Liveris said more than 1100 people attended an event in person, with more than 400 online, where 50 EOI packages were unveiled.
Mr Liveris said the packages covered major critical work programs, from technology and temporary venues, through to the detail of market research, signage, and event production.
“Brisbane 2032 is officially open for business. Procuring the right goods, services and people will be critical to our success in 2032 and I’m determined to ensure our local Queensland and Australian businesses get a healthy slice of the procurement pie,” he said.
Mr Liveris said event attendees met the Brisbane 2032 buyers directly, learned of Brisbane 2032’s key selection criteria for suppliers and saw the launch of the supplier portal.
He said more than $2.5 billion across hundreds of procurement contracts would be available from the Organising Committee in the lead up to 2032.
“These will be released in waves over the coming years.”
He said the “meet the buyer” events would now be rolled out across the state.
“To ensure businesses of all shapes and sizes are set up for success, we’re taking the Meet the Brisbane 2032 Buyer event to the regions.
“The first regional event will be in Cairns on November 13, and tickets go on sale soon.”
He said next year the Meet the Brisbane 2032 Buyer Roadshow would continue travelling across the state, and then across Australia to ensure everyone had the chance to hear the information and be part of the Games.
