Ready for Renewables: Business Workshop - Maitland

Powering regional SMEs to tender for renewable energy projects

EnergyCo, together with Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development, the Industry Capability Network (ICN) and renewable energy project proponents, invite regional local businesses to attend a tailored one-day workshop designed to help your business access opportunities in NSW’s renewable energy supply chains.

In just one day, you’ll gain practical tools, strategies and direct connections to help your business tender successfully and contribute to the delivery of NSW’s renewable energy transition.

About the workshop

AM session – Procurement insights

• Hear directly from EnergyCo, ICN and project proponents on how procurement works in major projects.

• Learn what proponents look for in suppliers and service providers.

• Understand how to prepare tenders and quotes that meet project requirements.

PM session – SME capability uplift

• Build practical skills to position your business in renewable energy supply chains.

• Strengthen your tendering capability and increase your chance of success.

• Access tools and resources to support business growth.

All day – Networking and collaboration

• Connect with project proponents, industry advisers and fellow local businesses.

• Share insights and explore opportunities for future collaboration.

💬 98% of past participants said they would recommend this workshop to other SMEs, citing its practical value in real tendering opportunities.

Why attend?

• Tailored specifically for small and medium-sized businesses in regional NSW.

• Practical, step-by-step guidance to help you tender successfully.

• Direct access to EnergyCo, ICN and renewable energy proponents.

• Build valuable networks across NSW’s renewable energy sector.

Workshop details

📍 Dates & Locations

• Muswellbrook - Tuesday 4 November

• Maitland – Wednesday 5 November

• Central Coast – Thursday 6 November

• Tamworth – Tuesday 11 November

• Armidale – Wednesday 12 November

🕐 Time: 8:30am – 3:30pm (includes lunch and refreshments)
💲 Cost: Free
👥 Who should attend: Local businessesin regional NSW looking to supply goods or services to renewable energy projects.

Registration

Attendance is by Expression of Interest (EOI) only. Please fill in the EOI form with as much detail as you can provide so we can tailor the content in response to your business needs.