Public Sector

We pair an expert understanding of public procurement requirements with integrated facilities management, project management, consulting, and advisory and transaction services.

When it comes to managing real estate interests or investments, the Public Sector has unique requirements and distinctions from the commercial market. CBRE advises owners, developers, and lessors of commercial real estate with a majority government tenancy with leasing, renewal, property sales, financing, and lease administration.

Unlock the full potential of our expertise, intelligence, and commitment to adding value to projects and initiatives. The public sector faces unprecedented demand for services alongside budget constraints, necessitating innovative solutions.

Our unique blend of firsthand public sector experience and a collaborative spirit enables us to tackle these challenges effectively. We prioritise the issues that matter, leveraging top skills and experience to create thriving cities and communities. With a global platform, we provide clients access to premier market information, comprehensive services, and a high performing team on solving complex problems, maximising project’s role in boosting Australia’s economic vitality, livability, cultural vibrancy and sustainability.

Let’s shape the future together.

Your partner of choice

Driving the delivery of homes in Australia

Our goal is to support the government's ambitious plan to build 1.2 million new homes in 5 years starting from 2024.

By fostering effective partnerships, designing to meet Net Zero targets, and leveraging innovative construction methods, we offer commercial solutions that deliver value and lasting assets.

Our team offers a comprehensive range of Property and Real Estate services for the Public Sector, Community Housing Providers, and Private Developers and Institutions interested in housing investments. Let's Build Better, Greener, and Faster together.

Unlocking potential and driving growth in precincts from vision to vibrancy

Unlock urban potential with our expert strategic planning, capital restructuring, and asset management services.

We enhance public sector precincts, unlocking capital, optimising assets, and improving property and real estate operations. Our team drives growth and vibrancy, creating sustainable hubs that attract investment and stimulate local economies. With decades of experience and market insights, we ensure dynamic, thriving places for people and businesses. Transform your precincts into connected, prosperous communities with our tailored solutions.

Futureproofing Australia’s Health Infrastructure

The healthcare sector is rapidly growing, offering critical services even during economic downturns. Our team, with decades of experience, provides market-leading solutions for a wide range of healthcare assets in both public and private sectors.

We offer comprehensive services including one-off project advice and execution, as well as fully integrated outsourcing models. Despite the complexity and challenges in the healthcare sector, we help investors and operators find long-term profitability.

Our mission is to bring ideas to life, co-creating innovative solutions for the planning, design, delivery, and operation of diverse healthcare facilities. Our goal is to unlock capital, optimise assets, enhance service quality, and improve real estate efficiency.

Combining strategic advisory with technical expertise, we deliver human-centered solutions that provide excellence and value throughout the project lifecycle. Our multidisciplinary teams ensure we stay at the forefront of industry trends.

Investing in Transport & Utilities Infrastructure to Deliver Financial and Social Value

At CBRE, we recognise that the development of transport and utilities infrastructure is crucial for socio-economic growth and placemaking.

Our unmatched expertise in real estate and infrastructure allows us to create practical, long-term strategies that add value for public sector infrastructure owners and operators.

Our unique strength lies in our extensive experience with some of Australia’s largest, most complex, and innovative projects in the transport, energy, and utilities sectors. We leverage this wealth of knowledge to deliver groundbreaking solutions that drive success.

Partner with us to transform your transport and utilities infrastructure.

Supporting the Education Sector to realise a great learning environment

In today's rapidly evolving educational landscape, adopting modern, effective learning and teaching methods is important. Our Education team leverages extensive sector insights to help you achieve your goals.

We focus on enhancing real estate assets that house educational environments through strategic analysis, unlocking capital, and reducing costs while exploring partnership and investment opportunities.

Our experts redefine portfolios with innovative strategies covering physical, human, and digital aspects to maximise asset potential and ensure a future-proof learning environment. With years of experience in the Education sector, we provide realistic, insightful, and intelligent advice to implement practical solutions.

How to appoint us through Public Procurement Frameworks

We are members of many public sector frameworks, giving clients a compliant, cost-effective and efficient route to our services.

Federal

Federal Department of Home Affairs SON4042885 Property Services Panel – HomeAffairs/2060

MAS Panel

New South Wales

NSW Whole of government SCM0005 - Prequalification Scheme: Performance and Management Services

NSW Whole of government SCM7671 Land and Asset Valuation

NSW Landcom SMNWP Real Estate Agency Services Panel

University of Sydney Environmental and Sustainability Services Panel

Victoria

VIC Valuer-General Victoria Valuation Services Panel VIC

Queensland

GGS0111-24 Professional Services Preferred Supplier Panel (PSP)

QLD LB309 Business Management Services, Local Buy QLD

QLD LB312 Engineering & Environmental, Local Buy QLD

QLD LB279 Project Management (Civil Infrastructure), Local Buy QLD

QLD Department of Education, QED PQP Project Managers for Infrastructure Services

QLD Department of Transport and Main Roads, Infrastructure Building and Consultant Panel (IBCP)

QLD Contractor Services for Professional Valuation and Quantity Surveying Services Panel LND2025_01038 (RES21006)

QLD City of Gold Coast Commercial Transaction Advisory Panel

QLD Queensland Health CA S482 Embedded Consultancy Services – Project and Program Director

QLD Queensland Health CAS480 Business Case Advisory Services - Project Manager

Core Capabilities

Full-service advisory, design, engineering, program management and construction management for your public sector projects. We offer a high level of industry experience that, coupled with our innovative approach, helps our clients solve complex property development and infrastructure challenges. Our team have planned and delivered some of Australia’s most iconic projects and programs. Learn more

Our team of specialists work extensively across all levels of government, providing commercial advice, financial structuring and transaction implementation for major development projects, delivering triple bottom-line outcomes for government project sponsors. Learn More

CBRE’s Valuation & Advisory Services team specialises in advising the federal, state, and local governments on all aspects of their property needs including acquisition & disposal, financial reporting, rating and taxation, expert witness for all government bodies, as well as general strategic property advice. Learn more

We understand that no two assets are the same – no matter your asset class, we’ve got an adaptable service offering that draws on the expertise from our team of 900+ property management professionals across Australia and New Zealand. Learn More

We provide a full scope of capital market transaction services, from individual vacant site and investment grade sales, through to major portfolio and complex structured transactions. We leverage our global connections and national coverage across all major markets to provide a total transaction solution for Public Sector clients. Learn More

We work with various federal and state government agencies to develop real estate strategies which have resulted in an optimum tenancy solution through relocation, renewal, or acquisition. We are sensitive to the strict procurement guidelines which underpin these transactions, and conscious of the environmental, social and governance (ESG) objectives which are a priority for many of our clients. Learn More

From strategy to execution, we're here to drive your sustainability goals forward. Our comprehensive approach is already helping hundreds of organisations to strategically plan, optimise and effectively decarbonise. Learn More

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