# Australian Agencies Review KPMG Contracts

KPMG received $38.5 million in Australian federal contracts and contract amendments over a three-month period despite a ban on bidding for new federal work that took effect on June 16, 2026. Nearly $30 million was attributed to the Department of Defence. The transactions were permitted because some agreements had been signed before the ban but commenced afterward, while others amended existing contracts. Agencies must decide how to manage procurement going forward by October 31, 2026—26 days from October 5—making contract continuity and transition planning an immediate consideration for agencies and contractors.

- The reported activity spans six federal departments; agencies should distinguish work under pre-ban agreements from amendments to existing contracts when assessing ongoing requirements.
- Contractors supporting Australian federal agencies can assess whether their work depends on existing KPMG arrangements and identify continuity or transition risks ahead of agency decisions due October 31.
- The Defence share—nearly $30 million—makes the review particularly relevant to suppliers supporting defence programs and to firms positioning for any resulting changes in requirements or sourcing.

**Jurisdictions:** international
**Industries:** Professional Services
**Topics:** Regulatory Compliance
**Published:** October 04, 2026

### Government Entities
- Australian Department of Defence (Defence)
- Australian Department of Finance (Finance)

### Vendors
- KPMG (Awardee and incumbent contractor)

### Sources
- [$38M from federal government to KPMG during ban - POLITICO](https://www.politico.com/newsletters/canberra-playbook/2026/10/04/38m-from-federal-government-to-kpmg-during-ban-01022132) - Politico