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This factsheet series is for Australian Government staff. It helps them understand outcomes‑based contracting.
It explains how contracts can focus on results rather than activities. The factsheets cover setting outcomes, choosing groups to support, measuring results and making payments. They also include examples and case studies.
Other stakeholders can use this information to understand how outcomes‑based contracting works.
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Date published: 14 May 2026
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