We don’t do this often — and we don’t have time to get it wrong.
Most organisations only review their major contracts every few years.
When renewal time comes, it competes with everything else on your plate — and there’s rarely enough data, market insight, or internal capacity to give it the attention it needs.
That’s where costly mistakes happen. Missed opportunities, weak negotiation positions, and rushed decisions can lock in the wrong commercial outcome for years.
Results that speak for themselves:
Miner agrees to extend key services contract
Drill & Blast Services
Contract Mining Services | Mining
Option: Pathway (Workshop)
Key Industry Insight saved BHP $1M
Charter Airline Services
Logistics & Transport | Mining
Option: Strategy (Negotiation Plan)
University gets more sustainable Waste Deal
Waste Management Services
Property & Facilities | Universities
Option: Delivery (Full Support)
A proven approach to get it done — and get it right
At Acquire Insights, we’ve helped project teams, procurement leads, and contract owners manage complex renewals where the stakes are high and time is tight. We know how easy it is for these processes to stall, and how hard it is to recover once they do.
That’s why we created CommercialRenew™ — a structured, flexible support offering that gives you the strategy, tools, and commercial insight to take control of your contract renewal and get the outcome your business needs.
Whether you need a quick strategy or full delivery, you’ll have experienced commercial advisors guiding you at every step.
How does it work?
1. Choose Support Level
Start small or go all-in — we’ve structured three levels to match your budget, risk, and internal resources.
1. Get Commercial Insight & Clarity
We help you uncover risks, find commercial levers, and test the market so you’re negotiating from a position of strength.
3. Take Control of Your Renewal
With a clear plan or full delivery support, you’ll lock in better commercial terms and avoid the renewal regret.
What Life Looks Like Before & After CommercialRenew™
BEFORE:
- No time to properly plan the renewal
- Limited internal data and poor visibility of current spend
- Pressure to just extend or “do what we did last time”
- Unclear if the pricing or model still makes sense
- Stakeholders unsure how the decision was made
AFTER:
- Clear strategy on whether to extend, renegotiate, or go to market
- Visibility of commercial levers and supplier options
- Confidence in your pricing and negotiation position
- Well-documented process that meets internal governance
- Stakeholders aligned and informed at every step
Our Contract Expertise
Over the past 10 years, our team has reviewed and worked on a large selection of contracts for organisations across Australia.
Mining
Contract Mining Services:
– Drill & Blast
– Load & Haul
– Exploration Drilling
– Lateral Development
– Crushing & Screening
– Stockpile blending
– Tailings Dam Lifts
– Drift Drivage
Logistics & Transport:
– Rail (above and below)
– Charter Flights (FIFO & RPT)
– Bus-in-and-out
Capital Equipment
– Mining Equipment
– Ship Loaders
Consumables:
– Tyres (Off-Highway & Light Vehicles)
– Electrical Consumables
– Industrial Consumables
– MRO
– Pumps (Submersible)
– Fuel
– Explosives
Property & Facilities
Hard Facilities Management
(Built Environment & Infrastructure)
– Building Maintenance & Repairs
– Electrical & Lighting
– HVAC & Mechanical Services
– Plumbing & Water Management
– Fire Protection & Safety Systems
– Building Fabric Maintenance
– Elevators & Lifts Maintenance
– Energy Management & Metering
– Infrastructure & Civil Works
– Pest Control Services
– Environmental & Sustainability Consulting
Soft Facilities Management
(Services & Amenities)
– Cleaning Services
– Groundskeeping & Landscaping
– Security & Access Control
– Waste Management & Recycling
– Catering & Food Services
Manufacturing
Raw Materials & Consumables Procurement:
– Metals & Alloys
– Plastics & Polymers
– Chemicals & Industrial Gases
– Composites & Advanced Materials
– Electronics & Electrical Components
– Textiles & Fabrics
– Fasteners & Fixings
– Packaging Materials
– Lubricants, Oils & Fluids
– Industrial Paints & Coatings
Maintenance, Repair & Operations (MRO):
– Facility Maintenance Services
– Machine Maintenance & Calibration
– Spare Parts & Replacement Components
– Power Tools & Hand Tools
– Industrial Safety & PPE
– Cleaning & Janitorial Services
– Forklift & Material Handling Maintenance
– Workplace Signage & Safety Compliance
– Fire Protection & Suppression Systems
– Waste Disposal & Recycling
Logistics & Supply Chain:
– Transport & Freight Services
– Warehousing & Distribution
– Customs & Import/Export Compliance
– Supply Chain Visibility & Tracking
– Supplier Risk Management & Sourcing
Get Started Today
Want to find out more about our experience with your specific type of contract or your supplier, give Simon Thompson a call on +61 433 847 909.