TAS - Talent Acquisition Scheme

# NSW Procurement: Talent Acquisition Scheme (SCM0012) Prequalification This is a **Whole of Government** scheme managed by **NSW Procurement** (Scheme Owner: Audrey Yetas@treasury.nsw.gov.au) designed to prequalify suppliers for providing comprehensive **Recruitment Services** to the NSW Government (NSWG). The scheme facilitates the procurement of services for sourcing, evaluating, and selecting talent for both temporary and ongoing roles, including executive positions, governed by the *Government Sector Employment Act 2013 (GSE Act)*. ## 🎯 Scope and Categories The scheme is structured across five key capability categories: * **1A:** Design and Delivery of Assessments * **2A/2B/2C:** Talent Search services, segmented by Senior Executive (SE) Bands (Level 1, Level 2, and Non-Executive roles). * **3A:** Psychometric Tools (excluding AI-based instruments). * **4A:** Recruitment Technologies (excluding AI-based instruments). ## 📋 Key Requirements for Applicants Suppliers must demonstrate capability across the required schedules (1 through 4) and adhere strictly to scheme regulations. Mandatory requirements include: * **Insurance:** Minimum $5M coverage required for both Public Liability and Professional Indemnity insurance per claim. Mandatory Workers Compensation insurance is also required. * **Compliance:** Agreement to comply with the NSW **Procurement Policy Framework**. * **Trustees:** Trusts must nominate the trustee as the entity for prequalification. ## 🗓️ Scheme Timeline * **Start Date:** 01-Jul-2012 * **End Date:** 30-Apr-2028 * **Last Updated:** 25-Nov-2025 This scheme aims to simplify procurement, maximize the talent pool, and support SMEs and regional businesses seeking government contracts in **talent acquisition**, **executive search**, and **HR technology**.