Aboriginal Engagement
Natures Touch is a proud Aboriginal Owned & Operated business and has been a long-standing member of the NSW Indigenous Chamber of Commerce. There are several policies applicable to procurement from and the development of Aboriginal businesses in NSW, some of which shown below.
NSW Aboriginal Procurement Policy (APP)
The Aboriginal Procurement Policy (APP) will aim for Aboriginal-owned businesses to be awarded at least three percent of the total number of domestic contracts for goods and services issued by NSW Government agencies by 2021.
In conjunction with the existing Aboriginal Participation in Construction (APIC) policy, the APP will aim to support an estimated 3,000 full-time equivalent employment opportunities for Aboriginal people through NSW Government procurement activities by 2021.
The APP supports the NSW Government Plan for Aboriginal Affairs, OCHRE, and is a key deliverable under the Aboriginal Economic Development Framework.
Click here to learn more about the NSW Aboriginal Procurement Policy (APP), or read and download the full Policy here.
To read the NSWICC’s formal Media Release about the APP click here.
NSW Aboriginal Procurement In Construction Policy (APIC)
APIC supports greater participation by Aboriginal people on NSW Government Construction Projects. APIC sets minimum targets from 1.5% of eligible project spend. Under APIC Contractors have scope to determine how to meet this target, through direct spend on the project (such as employment, procurement from Aboriginal businesses etc.) or on services and support from Aboriginal Organisations and Service Providers approved by the NSW Government Procurement Board, for example the NSW Indigenous Chamber of Commerce.
For more information on APIC please visit here
For a copy of the APIC Policy visit here
Federal Indigenous Procurement Policy (IPP)
The IPP is a mandatory procurement-connected policy under the legislative instrument of the Commonwealth Procurement Rules.
The purpose of the Indigenous Procurement Policy (IPP) is to leverage the Commonwealth’s annual multi-billion procurement spend to drive demand for Indigenous goods and services, stimulate Indigenous economic development and grow the Indigenous business sector.
The IPP was launched on 1 July 2015 and has three main parts:
A target number of contracts that need to be awarded to Indigenous businesses.
A mandatory set-aside for remote contracts and contracts valued between $80,000 – $200,000.
Minimum Indigenous participation requirements in contracts valued at or above $7.5m in certain industries.
Click here to learn more about the NSW Aboriginal Procurement Policy (APP), or read and download the full Policy here.
A business or enterprise carrying the NSWICC Assured logo has met National Policy requirements as upheld by the First Australians Chamber of Commerce and Industry (FACCI) for being identified as a First Nations Business Owner or Entrepreneur.
For more information about NSWICC Assured Program, click here.
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What Our Clients Say
Sharon and her team have provided a professional and good value service to us for over 2 years now. We have always been satisfied with the job they have done and have always felt that they were trustworthy. A good sign of how satisfied we have been with the service is that none of my staff members have ever complained about the cleaning – which is a first for me.
From the highly professional look of the business to the commitment to chemical-free cleaning, we have had a great experience. The professionalism of the staff and attention to detail were most appreciated at Hunter Life Education. I appreciated Sharon’s professional approach to the needs of our Education Centre and the way her staff are inducted, mentored and trained. Sharon understood our needs and provided a professional service within our budget constraints which exceeded our quality expectations.
From the first initial meeting, they have shown a very professional manner. They are very thorough in their work which is very important in our childcare centre where there is a high risk of cross-infection. Both staff and parents have commented on the high standard of their work. Brett and Sharon are always friendly and only too happy to do whatever jobs are needed. They show pride in their work and are always checking to make sure that we are satisfied with their work.
Natures Touch were contracted to clean our Thornton and Beresfield offices on a weekly basis. Natures Touch Professional Cleaning have proven to be reliable, dependable and efficient. Sharon takes pride in her job and displays a commitment to providing excellent service. If you are seeking a commercial cleaner, I recommend Natures Touch Professional Cleaning without reservation.
I have liaised professionally at this and previous businesses with Natures Touch and have always found that Sharon and her team to be diligent, professional, discrete and accommodating. The use of chemical-free cleaning products and their attention to detail shows in their work, which is a credit to their business.
Natures Touch really care about my well-being as a sub-contractor, I can see how effective their natural products are without harsh smells, dangerous fumes and associated skin problems. I would highly recommend Natures Touch as an employer or as a cleaning service.
Being a health care provider, we have high cleaning standards that Natures Touch exceeded on every visit. Natures Touch’s commitment to chemical-free cleaning, attention to detail and courteous staff is very much appreciated. Sharon and her team are always able to meet any changes that have been introduced. I am very happy to recommend Natures Touch Cleaning.
Natures Touch have been contracted to clean the Hunter Region BEC building for the past 4 years. The building comprises some 30 offices and training rooms. During this time they have proven to be efficient and thorough in the work they have undertaken and have supported Hunter Region BEC in areas that are outside their normal duties.
Natures Touch has been providing cleaning contracts for a number of our facilities including Telarah and Maitland. As Mai-Wel Limited is a Disability Service Provider, that requires fastidious cleaning to maintain a high level of hygiene provision, we have found the quality of the work and professional manner in which the duties were carried out to be of the highest standard. We would have no hesitation in asking Natures Touch for further assistance with our interior and exterior cleaning and would highly recommend their services to any prospective employer
We have been delighted with the quality of the cleaning, their professional approach, their willingness to do extras if needed and the fact that what they quoted on is what they provide. I have no hesitation in recommending Natures Touch for cleaning in a commercial arena.
They have provided a reliable, superior and sustained level of service that exceeds industry standards. Sharon and Brett Hadden are the directors of this local and independent company and like most small business owners work very hard and in today’s business climate with financial and regulatory pressures I can assure you that the Hadden’s are well respected in their business dealings and have been instrumental in the company’s growth and sound business future. We are extremely pleased that Nature’s Touch use bio-degradable products which promote the growth of green businesses and reduces environmental harm.
