Ability Works Open Factory Tour: Social Procurement in Action
What does social procurement look like in practice?
Join Ability Works for an exclusive behind-the-scenes factory tour and see firsthand how procurement decisions create meaningful employment opportunities for people with disability while delivering high-quality commercial outcomes for government agencies, councils, and businesses across Victoria.
This immersive tour showcases the scale, capability, and impact of a modern Australian Disability Enterprise. Participants will explore Ability Works' diverse operations, including manufacturing and wire fabrication, packing and third-party logistics, mailroom services, Inclusive Design, and Employment Services, gaining insight into how these integrated business units support customers while creating sustainable employment pathways.
Discover how social procurement can deliver value beyond contracts by strengthening local supply chains, supporting inclusive workforce participation, and generating positive social and economic outcomes for Victorian communities.
Why attend?
See social procurement in action through a working production facility
Explore practical examples of procurement delivering measurable social impact
Learn how partnering with an Australian Disability Enterprise can help achieve supplier diversity and social procurement objectives
Connect with government, local government, business, and community leaders committed to creating social value
Discover opportunities to create lasting community outcomes through everyday purchasing decisions
Whether you're developing social procurement strategies, looking to strengthen supplier diversity outcomes, or seeking procurement-ready partners, this tour will provide practical insights and real-world examples you can take back to your organisation.
Who it's for: State Government procurement, social procurement and supplier diversity professionals; Local Government procurement teams, economic development and social sustainability staff; businesses interested in inclusive supply chains; ESG, sustainability and community engagement professionals; industry associations; and organisations seeking to deliver positive local outcomes through procurement.
Date: Wednesday 02 September 2026
Time: 10:15 AM - 12:15 PM AEST
Location: Ability Works Australia, 1 Yarra Boulevard, Kew VIC
Cost: Free
Registrations: Register via the Ability Works event registration form. Places are limited, and registrations will close once capacity is reached.
Accessibility: Please refer to the Ability Works Office Access Guide for location and accessibility information.
Important: Participants are required to wear closed-toe shoes. High-visibility vests and safety glasses will be provided for designated factory areas.
Contact: Attention to Ralph Fallows
(03) 9853 7080
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