EOI now open for Disaster Recovery Standing Panel to Fast-Track Post-Crisis Support
11 November, 2025
In a step toward strengthening disaster resilience, the NSW Reconstruction Authority has unveiled a new Disaster Recovery Standing Panel designed to accelerate the delivery of essential goods and services to communities in the wake of natural disasters.
The initiative aims to create a list of trusted suppliers who can be quickly activated to deliver essential goods and services to local communities in the aftermath of floods, bushfires, storms and other weather events.
The standing panel will improve coordination between recovery planning and procurement, offering better visibility of available resources before disasters strike.
Key benefits of the Disaster Recovery Standing Panel include faster activation of goods and services through a network of pre-evaluated suppliers, improved coordination with local recovery planning to ensure timely and targeted support.
Call for Equipment Hire Suppliers
The NSW Reconstruction Authority is currently seeking suppliers to join the panel, specifically those offering equipment hire services such as generators, lighting, temporary shelters, portable facilities and temporary fencing.
To be eligible, businesses must:
- Provide equipment hire services
- Hold a valid ABN
- Be registered on buy.nsw
Applicants will need to demonstrate:
- Proven experience in equipment hire
- Capacity to deliver quickly across NSW
- Compliance with safety, insurance, and legal requirements.
For more information on the panel please visit - https://www.nsw.gov.au/departments-and-agencies/nsw-reconstruction-authority/disaster-recovery-standing-panel
The Commission has guidance, and resources available help small businesses learn how to ensure their business is ready to sell to the government. The Selling to NSW Government fact sheet provides key information about the processes and requirements involved in supplying goods and services to the NSW Government.
An online information session for businesses to learn more about this opportunity is scheduled for 11:00am on Monday 17 November. Businesses can register here to find out more.
For information on how to apply please visit – https://buy.nsw.gov.au/opportunity and search ‘Disaster Recovery Standing Panel’
EOI applications via the buy.nsw close Friday 21 November 2025.