- Location
- AU
- Workplace
- Remote, Hybrid, Onsite
- Type
- Contract
- Department
- IT
- Education
- Bachelor
- Closing date
- Today
- Source
- Vincere
Description
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ICT Labour Hire RFQ
LH-08263 - 5 .Net Developers
RFQ type DMP2 - ICT Labour Hire
RFQ ID LH-08263
RFQ published date Monday, 26 October 2026
Deadline for asking
questions
Monday, 02 November 2026 • 11:59pm, Canberra time
RFQ closing date Tuesday, 03 November 2026 • 11:59pm, Canberra time
Buyer Australian Electoral Commission
Buyer contact No contact details reported. Please direct questions through the
'Question and Answers' portion of the RFQ process.
Estimated start date Tuesday, 10 November 2026
Initial contract
duration
Upon contract execution until 30 June 2027
Extension term 12 months
Number of extensions 1
Maximum number of
candidates per seller
2
Experience level APS6 equivalent
Location of work ACT
Working
arrangements type
Hybrid
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Working
arrangements
The successful candidate will perform the role from the National
Office in Canberra. Hybrid working arrangements (i.e. a
combination of onsite attendance at an AEC office and remote
working) may be considered at the discretion of the Hiring
Manager. Candidates proposing relocation or long-distance
commuting arrangements will not be considered.
Maximum hours 40 hours per week
Security clearance Must be able to obtain Negative Vetting Level 1
Job details
The Australian Electoral Commission (AEC) is seeking to engage suitably qualified and
experienced .Net Developers to deliver and support a range of ICT projects/programs.
.Net Developers will be required to work with the project team to uplift the existing code and
deliver the requirements for enhancements and improvements.
Candidates must have an active NV1 security clearance prior to commencement.
Key duties and responsibilities
.Net Developers will be responsible for, but not limited, to:
Participating in the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) to develop and enhance a C#
based, n-tier, enterprise software and associated documentation in accordance with AEC
Standards.
•
Developing automated application build and deployment scripts using .NET (Framework and
modern .NET), and the broader Microsoft technology stack.
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Following the Agile Methodology for software development using tools such as Azure
DevOps.
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Liaising with technical and business area staff to facilitate the rapid resolution of issues and/or
faults within fielded production.
•
Providing analysis on complex issues and contributing to the management, preparation, and
coordination of policy formulation and/or project management.
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Developing and supporting key internal and external relationships, including managing
stakeholders to achieve work area and agency goals and represent the agency by promoting
its interests in various forums.
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Providing accurate specialist advice, guidance, and reporting on team functional
responsibilities.
•
Making and communicating decisions using good judgement, expertise, and knowledge,
governed by legislation, regulations, best practice principles or relevant operating instructions
and procedures.
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Contributing to doctrine, election preparation and delivery activities in accordance with the
election readiness framework, according to individual accountabilities and responsibilities.
•
Perform additional responsibilities as required and directed by the relevant Director/Team
Leader or delegate.
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Additional services
Technical skills
About the team
Information Technology Services Division (ITSD)
The ITSD is responsible for delivering robust ICT functions and capabilities, maintaining
election-ready systems, and delivering an ambitious ICT transformation and modernisation
agenda.
The ITSD leads and supports a range of AEC projects/programs including, but not limited to, the
Election Systems Modernisation Program (Indigo Program) and the Funding and Disclosure
(FAD) Reform Program.
Platforms and Application Development Branch (PaAD)
The Platforms and Application Development Branch is responsible for the support,
enhancement, and modernisation of the AEC’s enterprise and election critical applications. The
branch delivers capabilities across application development, integration, data, cloud, operational
support, and modern engineering practices.
PaAD works across multiple technology domains to ensure AEC systems remain stable, secure,
scalable, and aligned with evolving electoral, legislative, and organisational needs. The branch
partners closely with business areas to uplift platforms, replace legacy systems, support
application lifecycle management, and drive continuous improvement across ICT delivery.
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The work undertaken by PaAD includes modernising technology stacks, improving application
reliability, strengthening cyber resilience, uplifting DevOps and cloud capabilities, and ensuring
the AEC’s digital platforms remain contemporary and fit for purpose.
About the project
About the organisation
Criteria
The buyer has specified that each candidate must provide a one page pitch to address all
criteria specified. This is equal to 5000 characters.
Essential criteria
1. • Demonstrated experience with Agile Software Development Methodologies and
documentation. • Experience with Visual Studio. • Backend development
experience using web API and SQL technologies. • Demonstrated experience in
SDLC. • Strong experience with automated build and deployment scripting in .NET
(Framework and modern .NET). • Demonstrated experience with cloud-based
applications development. • Ability to produce well designed, documented, and testable
code. • Peer review of developed products and scripts. • Knowledge and
experience in successfully setting priorities and delivering quality results on time and on
budget. • Proven ability to communicate effectively whilst anticipating stakeholder needs
and expectations across a geographically dispersed network. • Proven analytical
abilities with the ability to propose and facilitate change and contribute to business
improvement strategies. • Demonstrated personal integrity whilst achieving results
within legislative and policy parameters. • Proficiency in using various IT applications
and project management tools, including the MS Suite, Azure DevOps, and Miro or similar.
To be considered compliant, submissions need to be provided in 1 PDF Document including:
Page 1 - a completed copy of the AEC Candidate Submission Guide provided as part of the
industry brief (Emailed to the listed BuyICT contact address upon RFQ publication): •
Provide information for the following items: Candidate Name, Position Title, Opportunity ID,
Candidate Availability, Location, Citizenship Status, Security Clearance Level, Planned Leave
(exceeding 1 week), Additional Engagements, Submitting Consultant. • Choose an item or
check the box that applies to the following options: Previous AEC Employee or Contractor,
Current AEC Contractor, Code of Conduct, Submission History, Authority to Represent,
Submission Compliancy. • Consultant comments may be added (must be limited to the space
2.
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provided). Page 2 - A one-page pitch addressing the selection criteria. This should not
exceed one page. Pages 3 - 5 - A resume of no more than three pages. We will strictly
adhere to the above requirements. Submissions will be deemed non-compliant if they do not
meet the listed criteria, if they exceed the 5-page limit or if the rates of submitted candidates
Desirable criteria
1. • Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or Computer Science (or other relevant
discipline). • Knowledge of, or ability to, quickly gain knowledge of Australian electoral
law and practice. • Experience in Cloud-based technologies. • Experience in
technical analysis and design. • Experience implementing integration requirements to
perform end to end solution designs.
Contract
The buyer has chosen to use the Simple contract for this procurement.
Questions and answers
No responses to questions and answers have been provided.
Responding to this opportunity
For each candidate, you must include
start date•
hourly rate•
service management fee•
citizenship status•
security clearance•
one page pitch to address all criteria specified (this is equal to 5000 characters in BuyICT)•
resumés•