Driving economic growth in Australia and New Zealand by supporting local businesses through a trusted Network.
We do this by
Contributing to increased economic activity and employment within Australia and New Zealand
Assisting Australian and New Zealand businesses, particularly SMEs, to have a fair share of domestic business opportunities
Ensuring local industry participation remains strong
Our Story
ICN began as the Industrial Supplies National Office (ISO) in Victoria in 1984, with the concept quickly adopted by other states and territories as well as New Zealand. The primary function was, and remains, to provide all Australian and New Zealand companies full, fair and reasonable opportunity on public and private projects, as is cited in the Australian Jobs Act 2013 (the Jobs Act).
ICN LimitedEst 1995
Funded by – The Australian Government: Department of Industry, Science and Resources | ICNL Members | ICN Gateway subscribers
ACTEst 2022
Funded by – ICNL Technologies
WA1985
Funded by – The Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Western Australia (CCIWA Ltd) | Commercial activities
NT1987
Funded by – The Northern Territory Government Department of Industry, Tourism and Trade | Commercial activities
QLD1992
Funded by – Queensland Manufacturing Institute, a not-for-profit organisation supported by the QLD State Government | Commercial activities
VIC1984
Funded by – The Victorian Government: Department Jobs, Precincts and Regions | Commercial activities
SA1985
Funded by – The SA Government
TAS2021
Funded by – The Tasmanian Government: Department of State Growth
NSW1985
Funded by – The NSW Government: NSW Treasury
Our History
ISONET Ltd commenced its work in Canberra in March 1995. In 2003, we changed our name to Industry Capability Network Limited, which remains to this day. The role of the ICN National Office is to build and manage ICN assets including IT infrastructure, processes and systems that enable ICN offices to connect suppliers, including social enterprises (e.g. Indigenous owned businesses) to projects across Australia and New Zealand.
ICN is made up of member organisations with procurement and supply chain expertise to provide you with specialist support and advice in your industry and local market.
Est 2022
Funded by – ICNL Technologies
1985
Funded by – The NSW Government: NSW Treasury
1987
Funded by – The Northern Territory Government Department of Industry, Tourism and Trade | Commercial activities
1992
Funded by – Queensland Manufacturing Institute, a not-for-profit organisation supported by the QLD State Government | Commercial activities
1985
Funded by – The Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Western Australia (CCIWA Ltd) | Commercial activities
2021
Funded by – The Tasmanian Government: Department of State Growth
Est 1995
Funded by – The Australian Government: Department of Industry, Science and Resources | ICNL Members | ICN Gateway subscribers
ISONET Ltd commenced its work in Canberra in March 1995. In 2003, we changed our name to Industry Capability Network Limited, which remains to this day. The role of the ICN National Office is to build and manage ICN assets including IT infrastructure, processes and systems that enable ICN offices to connect suppliers, including social enterprises (e.g. Indigenous owned businesses) to projects across Australia and New Zealand.
ICN is made up of member organisations with procurement and supply chain expertise to provide you with specialist support and advice in your industry and local market.
1985
Funded by – The SA Government
1984
Funded by – The Victorian Government: Department Jobs, Precincts and Regions | Commercial activities
What we do
Everything we do is guided by a clear vision: To contribute to increased economic activity and employment for Australia and New Zealand, by assisting industries to gain a greater share of domestic and international business opportunities.
We work to stimulate and foster an open and competitive marketplace for Australian and New Zealand industry.
We have achieved...
Since inception, we’ve helped local businesses find over $50 billion worth of contracts to keep them working and growing.
$53.3B+
Value of contracts awarded to Australian and New Zealand companies.
400+
Australian and New Zealand Suppliers joining every month
100+
Industry Specialists working to help save time and money in the procurement process.
95K+
Contracts awarded to companies through ICN.
ICN Achieved
$53.3B+
Value of contracts awarded to Australian and New Zealand companies.
400+
Australian and New Zealand Suppliers joining every month
100+
Industry Specialists working to help save time and money in the procurement process.
95K+
Contracts awarded to companies through ICN.
Our services
Our integrated service offering means you can choose to use some or all of our products in your procurement journey. Our state offices offer various additional services from industry briefings to supply chain mapping.
Our products
We provide products and services to drive industry capabilities and growth. Whatever industry you operate in, we can provide powerful procurement and supply chain tools, backed by expert advice and support.
ICN Gateway is the pivotal connection between major projects and the best suppliers in the regions. It is a simple, easy to use tool for major projects across Australia and New Zealand to promote upcoming procurement and contracting opportunities.
Save time and money by matching and connecting local capability through our expert team of industry specialists.
Insight by ICN provides you with real-time data visualisations allowing you to make quick and informed decisions to achieve your strategic goals.
Identify opportunities and influence decisions using intuitive visualisation of real-time industry Big Data.
Procure by ICN allows you to streamline all your procurement processes into one, easy-to-use system. Connected to ICN’s network of over 90,000+ verified Australian suppliers, you are sure to find the best fit supplier for your project.
A single end-to-end procurement sourcing solution integrated with Australia’s largest validated supplier database.
Perspective by ICN is a supply chain analysis tool designed to increase the understanding of business capabilities in different regions and sectors.
Providing market intelligence to help with all your contracting and procurement plans and identifying key areas for expansion and growth.
What benefits will you enjoy as a part of the ICN community?
For Buyers
Project/contract owners and operators- Promote projects and work opportunities, to extend the supply chain
- Source the best local service providers
- Manage the supplier registration process
- Improve lead time and availability
- Meet regulatory obligations
- Guarantee supply during times of volatility
- Lower stock holdings
- Reduce administration and duty costs
- Save time
For Suppliers
Local service providers- Promote service capabilities
- Register your interest for work
- Access larger projects through work packages
- Network with buyers
- Receive New Project alerts
- Get support from experience industry specialists
- Reduce marketing and tendering costs
- Save time
For Government
Economic, procurement and supply chain- Accelerate local industry participation
- Access an up to date, accurate and vast data set for research and reporting on industry and marketplace participation, productivity and performance and compliance
For Market Analysts
Economic, procurement and supply chain- Access an up to date, accurate and vast data set for research and reporting on industry and marketplace participation, productivity and performance and compliance
Our partners
ICNL is committed to working on the delivery of programs, maximising the opportunities for Australian companies and creating economic benefit.
ICN has partnered with ClimateClever to help you understand the challenges of de-carbonising and find solutions in this fast-moving space. ICN subscribers get access to ClimateClever’s innovative, online platform that helps businesses begin the journey to net-zero, while also saving money.
ICN has partnered with CreditSource to help capture and analyse the financial information of companies to assist in making better and more cost-effective decisions. Their up-to-date and forward-looking commentary will help you understand the financial health of companies in your ecosystem.
The ICN and Bidwrite partnership helps SMEs better position their business to win tenders and capitalise on opportunities in familiar and new industry sectors. This collaboration combines the expertise and resources of both organisations to deliver comprehensive support in tendering, procurement, and supply chain management.
25eight offers specialised training for ICN customers, allowing you to engage in education and training programs aimed at helping build a strategic approach to winning more clients and contracts.
ICN has partnered with 4th Harmonic, a company that helps clients win and execute specific projects, programs and industry opportunities.
ICN has partnered with Australian Made to support Australian small and medium businesses. The two organisations see strong alignments in their roles to ensure Australian manufacturers are given opportunities to supply to major project across the country.
Austmine is delighted to partner with other NFP and membership associations to provide our Members with access, discounts and further opportunities to collaborate with industry.
ICN has partnered with IONYX, an Australian based digital agency with a background helping businesses improve their digital visibility and capability.
ICN has partnered with ClimateClever to help you understand the challenges of de-carbonising and find solutions in this fast-moving space. ICN subscribers get access to ClimateClever’s innovative, online platform that helps businesses begin the journey to net-zero, while also saving money.
ICN has partnered with CreditSource to help capture and analyse the financial information of companies to assist in making better and more cost-effective decisions. Their up-to-date and forward-looking commentary will help you understand the financial health of companies in your ecosystem.
The ICN and Bidwrite partnership helps SMEs better position their business to win tenders and capitalise on opportunities in familiar and new industry sectors. This collaboration combines the expertise and resources of both organisations to deliver comprehensive support in tendering, procurement, and supply chain management.
25eight offers specialised training for ICN customers, allowing you to engage in education and training programs aimed at helping build a strategic approach to winning more clients and contracts.
ICN has partnered with 4th Harmonic, a company that helps clients win and execute specific projects, programs and industry opportunities.
ICN has partnered with Australian Made to support Australian small and medium businesses. The two organisations see strong alignments in their roles to ensure Australian manufacturers are given opportunities to supply to major project across the country.
Austmine is delighted to partner with other NFP and membership associations to provide our Members with access, discounts and further opportunities to collaborate with industry.
ICN has partnered with IONYX, an Australian based digital agency with a background helping businesses improve their digital visibility and capability.
Testimonials
Business is booming for Blincos Yard Service
“ICN Gateway has really helped our small family-run vegetation management business … win more work and have a presence online”
On the road with Ares Group
“Some small businesses don’t have an online presence or they are hard to find through a Google search. ICN NSW is worth their weight in gold to help get hold of some of these contacts.”
Big NZ win for Tassie manufacturer PNG
“We are also proud that these craft are being built in a region such as Tasmania, a State with a boat building heritage stretching back over 200 years.”
Business is booming for Blincos Yard Service
“ICN Gateway has really helped our small family-run vegetation management business … win more work and have a presence online”
On the road with Ares Group
“Some small businesses don’t have an online presence or they are hard to find through a Google search. ICN NSW is worth their weight in gold to help get hold of some of these contacts.”
Big NZ win for Tassie manufacturer PNG
“We are also proud that these craft are being built in a region such as Tasmania, a State with a boat building heritage stretching back over 200 years.”
