BHP and BMA employees can register at any time to use the Local Buying Program for their procurement needs. Buyers will be required to validate their registrations via their BHP email. Once registered, buyers can source goods and services from Local Buying Program suppliers by raising Work Instructions.
Actual Spend
$1,583,725,185
*paid to small, local and Indigenous businesses
Approved Work Instructions
105,009
Approved Suppliers
1,308
Average Payment Days*
7
*from receipt of invoice since 1 July 2021
From strengthening local partnerships to delivering real impact through the Local Buying Program and Foundation, FY25 was a year of connection, growth and purpose. This video captures the highlights and voices that shaped our journey, celebrating the people and initiatives that continue to make a difference across our communities. As we look to FY26, we remain committed to transparency, collaboration and creating social value through every engagement.
The Local Buying Program is delivered in a strategic partnership between BHP and C-Res – a cost neutral organisation. The Program has been operating successfully in Queensland since 2012, in New South Wales since 2016, and in South Australia and Western Australia from 2017.
The Program enables small local businesses to supply goods and services to BHP and BMA via a competitive tender process with reduced payment terms. Businesses also receive direct support from C-Res Business Development Advisors and the Program Administration Team.
Businesses with an annual turnover of <AUD$10M and have a significant physical presence near one of BHP’s Minerals Australia core assets are encouraged to register for the Program. For more information on eligibility please refer to the relevant regional pages.
We respect and honour the Traditional Custodians of this land, and recognise their continuing connection to land, sea and waterways. We extend our respect to Elders past, present and future. We acknowledge the stories, traditions and living cultures of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples on the lands we gather, work and connect.
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples should be aware that this website may contain images, voices, or names of people who have passed away. Please contact C-Res on 1800 536 663 or info@c-res.com.au to remove any content that may unintentionally cause distress
