Smarter Sourcing. Stronger Partnerships
Suite of Services
SJG Consulting is a boutique advisory firm specializing in probity, procurement, and contract management. We help government and private sector organizations navigate complex processes, from initial strategy to contract execution, ensuring every step is transparent, defensible, and delivers value. As a small team of senior experts, we offer highly personalized service and competitive rates, providing a level of agility and dedicated attention that larger firms can't match.
Comprehensive Probity Services
Suite of Services
Probity & Governance Services
We ensure your projects are built on a foundation of integrity, minimizing risk and maximizing stakeholder trust. Our services align with current trends in governance, focusing on proactive risk management and ethical oversight.
Probity Advisory
Our probity advisors provide real-time, hands-on guidance from project initiation to completion. We act as your independent partner, proactively identifying and mitigating conflicts of interest and ensuring all decisions are fair and transparent. This frees your team to focus on operational objectives while we uphold the highest standards of integrity.
Organizational Maturity Assessment
We examine your procurement, tendering, and contract management frameworks across four key dimensions: Governance, Process, Technology, and Capability. By benchmarking against modern best practices, we identify gaps and deliver a prioritized roadmap to drive tangible, data-driven improvements.
Probity Auditing
We deliver independent probity audits that assess the fairness and compliance of your procurement and contracting processes. Our audits provide concise findings and actionable recommendations, giving you a clear path to enhanced defensibility and improved governance
Operational Outcomes:
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Accelerated Procurement: Streamlined digital workflows and clear decision points reduce cycle times.
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Enhanced Compliance: Fewer audit findings and stronger records through robust governance.
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Improved Value: Strategic sourcing and data analytics ensure better cost-effectiveness.
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Better Performance: Integrated KPIs and reporting dashboards improve contract outcomes.
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Proactive Risk Mitigation: Early-warning indicators help you get ahead of potential issues.
Procurement, Tendering & Contracting
SJG Consulting provides comprehensive support across the full procurement lifecycle, ensuring your processes are efficient, defensible, and strategically aligned. We manage everything from document preparation to evaluation, embedding expertise directly where it's needed.
Our services include:
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Documentation: Drafting and refining modern tender documents (RFTs, RFQs, EOIs) that are clear, compliant, and attractive to quality suppliers.
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Process Management: Managing probity, confidentiality, and conflicts of interest throughout the tender process.
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Evaluation: Designing and facilitating robust evaluation frameworks that use objective criteria and data to ensure defensible, value-based decisions.
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Our approach is pragmatic and tailored, focusing on delivering measurable outcomes that stand up to the highest level of scrutiny.
Tendering & Capability Building
We believe that a strong culture of probity is a long-term asset. Our training programs are designed to empower your team with the skills and frameworks needed to embed excellence into daily operations.
Probity Training
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Our interactive workshops and practical exercises give your team the confidence to apply ethical controls at every stage. We focus on:
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Clarifying legal and ethical obligations.
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Using risk-based approaches to identify conflicts of interest.
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Implementing best practices for tender evaluation and contract governance.
Key Outcomes:
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A workforce capable of transparent and defensible procurement.
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Fewer breaches, better audit readiness, and increased stakeholder confidence.
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Sustainable capability uplift through ongoing support and tailored resources.
Why SJG Consulting?
SJG Consulting is built on decades of senior-level experience and an unwavering commitment to ethical excellence. Led by Principal Shane Gardner, we provide clear, defensible advice when the stakes are high, timelines are tight, and outcomes must be both compliant and commercially sound.
What Sets Us Apart:
A Boutique Advantage: We offer highly personalized service and direct access to senior expertise, ensuring every engagement receives our full commitment and attention. Our streamlined model means you get exceptional value and competitive rates.
Proven Experience: A track record of success in high-value, high-risk projects across government, corporate, and not-for-profit sectors.
Collaborative & Practical: We work alongside your team, tailoring our advice to your specific operating environment and project objectives.
Transparent Pricing: We provide clear scopes and defined deliverables with pricing structures aligned to value and accountability, with no hidden costs.
Responsive Service: We can mobilize quickly for urgent projects, providing immediate guidance and support without compromising quality or integrity.
Contact Our Qualified Probity Advisory Specialists Today
Our team of experienced probity advisors is available to support your next project. From early-stage planning to final contract execution, we provide the guidance you need to stay compliant, transparent, and in control.
Reach out today to discuss:
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Upcoming tenders or procurement activities
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Governance reviews or audit responses
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Custom training or capability-building sessions