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Buyers (BHP / BMA)

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.

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Buyers (Tier A Contractors)

Tier A Contractor 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 Tier A Contractor email. Once registered, buyers can source goods and services from Local Buying Program suppliers by raising Work Instructions.

Tier A Contractor Employee Registration

 

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Local Buying Program thrives in Nickel West

September 25th, 2023

Since commencing in the Nickel West region, the Local Buying Program has been steadily gaining momentum. There is significant demand from BHP to grow the supplier database and to improve the work opportunities for local businesses registered with … Discover more >

GMUSG a ‘tactical’ move for local business connection​

August 30th, 2023

Small businesses in the Upper Spencer Gulf are often challenged by their geographical remoteness, which limits their access to networking opportunities, resources, and business prospects; often making it harder to secure supply opportunities … Discover more >

Wilco delivers solution for local labour shortage​

August 30th, 2023

In the face of a challenging labor hire shortage within the local Port Hedland community, BHP were challenged with sourcing suitably qualified trades staff to back fill in work at the North Yard facility at Port Hedland.   The obstacles … Discover more >

Local Buying Program – the A to Z of procurement solutions

August 30th, 2023

BHP were experiencing problems due to very limited access to local panel beating services for light vehicle repairs in Kalgoorlie. This skills shortage often required labour hire arrangements and/or fly in personnel to provide panel beater … Discover more >

Local craftsmanship creates sustainable solutions​

August 30th, 2023

Welding equipment unprotected against the elements was causing concern on site, as the equipment often stood exposed to direct sunlight and extreme weather conditions. The increased risk of damage, reduced productivity and looming threat of high … Discover more >

IT Service Provider – Request for Tender now open

August 18th, 2023

In an era of rapid technological advancement, C-Res stands as a pioneer in driving innovation and facilitating meaningful business partnerships. With an exclusive focus on delivering BHP's Local Buying Program, we have established ourselves as a … Discover more >

EOI NOW OPEN FOR SERVICE PROVIDER TO DELIVER TRADING TRACKS IN SOUTH AUSTRALIA 

August 7th, 2023

The Local Buying Foundation and BHP are seeking Expressions of Interest for eligible service providers who can work with authority and understanding with Indigenous businesses within the Upper Spencer Gulf and Far North regions, including Adelaide … Discover more >

Mt Arthur Coal breathing life into Upper Hunter landscape​

July 30th, 2023

In the heart of Mt Arthur Coal's mission to restore its landscapes, a crucial alliance between big and small business has emerged. Local Buying Program registered supplier, Central Hunter Native Seeds are the experts entrusted with the vital task … Discover more >

LBP lifts local business to new heights ​

July 26th, 2023

Casey Paniora’s ambition to start his own crane business received a significant boost when he discovered the BHP Local Buying Program (LBP). Engaging in a conversation with a former BHP General Manager, he learned about the LBP and wasted no … Discover more >

Black coffee fuels growth and opportunity​

July 26th, 2023

The Waalitj Hub in Perth offers crucial support to aspiring Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander entrepreneurs and businesses. Recently the hub hosted a Black Coffee networking event, to bring together a diverse group of Indigenous businesses … Discover more >