Over the past ten years, Winya has worked closely with key Defence partners such as JLL, ACOR, Aurecon, BGIS, Spotless along with tier 1 and tier 2 builders such as Lendlease, Laing O’Rourke, Sitzler, John Holland, Beswic Wattpac or direct with Department of Defence (OPNE). We have been on the National Defence Standard Contract (Standing Offer Panel SON3373673) for over 8 years, supporting fit-outs during base upgrades, infrastructure refurbishments, and transitional planning phases.

Our partnerships extend beyond a transactional relationship, we have well established relationships and close partnerships with our Indigenous tier 2 builders such as MJ Builders, TVN On-Country, DDR Indigenous Contractors, Intract Larrakon Wurrba, DLG Shape, Barpa, along with many other local construction companies across Australia.

For many clients, Winya functions as a strategic supplier — advising on space planning, certified product selection, and Indigenous engagement strategies. In several cases, our ongoing relationships with clients have , across multiple bases and tenders. Winya is also an approved Indigenous supplier within the procurement systems of tier 1 and tier 2 contractors, streamlining onboarding and compliance.

Winya’s Defence project portfolio includes both large-scale contracts and long-term partnerships. We have successfully completed multiple Defence projects with contract values exceeding $500,000 AUD across Defence bases in Australia.

However, some of our strongest relationships are built on trust, reliability, successful project delivery on time and within budget. Our repeat clients — including departments, agencies, and tier 1 and tier 2 contractors — have engaged Winya for a series of ongoing deliveries and repeat business. These phased or multi-site engagements reflect the high level of trust placed in Winya’s ability to deliver quality, service, and value repeatedly across different contexts and timeframes.

All furniture supplied to the Department of Defence by Winya complies with the procurement guidelines outlined by the Department of Administrative Goods and Services (DOAG). Our catalogue includes a wide range of DOAG-approved products ready for direct procurement through government systems.

By adhering to ISO 9001, Winya ensures that its commercial furniture products and services consistently meet customer expectations and quality standards. This alignment helps us confidently deliver on our promise to consistently deliver products and services that meet customer and regulatory requirements. Winya's commitment to "long-term sustainability through socially and environmentally responsible practices" and "Celebrating First Nations Culture Through Sustainable Design" is directly supported by ISO 14001. This framework reinforces our dedication to environmentally responsible practices and achieving our environmental objectives. To demonstrate our adherence to these international standards, Winya undergoes third-party auditing. This independent assessment verifies that Winya's management systems are effectively implemented and maintained, offering assurance to our customers and interested parties of our commitment to both quality and environmental stewardship.

Winya’s contractual readiness is backed by a comprehensive insurance portfolio, which includes public and product liability insurance, professional indemnity, and workers compensation insurance for all states we operate in. Our decade-long zero injury record underscores a paramount commitment to workplace safety, diligently managed through robust OHSE plans, rigorous risk assessments, and continuous staff training. This dedication is integrated with our independently audited ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certified quality and environmental management systems, ensuring the highest standards of delivery for our defence sector clients. In addition to this, our product range is certified to meet Australian Government furniture standards. Our task seating and workstations are certified to AFRDI Level 6 — the highest standard for commercial durability and ergonomic safety.

We incorporate GECA-certified fabrics and materials to support alignment with Green Star, the Environmentally Sustainable Procurement (ESP) Policy, and ethical procurement frameworks such as the Modern Slavery Act, with all certifications independently verified and documented at tender or delivery. Our practices also align with Defence’s broader environmental governance, including the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation (EPBC) Act and the Defence Environment & Heritage Manual, which provide the framework for protecting biodiversity, managing waste and resources, and ensuring sustainable procurement. Together, these measures reflect Defence’s growing focus on emissions reduction, circular economy principles, and responsible supply chain engagement.

Winya offers an in-house Circular Economy program tailored to Defence and government fit-outs. We take responsibility not only for delivering high-quality furniture, but also for managing its end-of-life in a way that supports Defence sustainability goals.

Our take-back and refurbishment service allows products to be collected from base sites at the end of their lifecycle. Furniture is assessed for reusability, refurbished when viable, or broken down into recyclable components. We work with licensed recyclers to process metal, fabric, and timber elements, and provide detailed reporting of diversion rates and environmental savings for large-scale projects. This program supports Defence’s broader ESG targets and demonstrates Winya’s long-term commitment to environmental responsibility.

Winya has been formally recognised for excellence in both Defence delivery and sustainable procurement practices. In 2024, we received the Defence Support Industry Award for Excellence in Defence Industry – Indigenous Business, highlighting our decade of consistent Defence delivery and Indigenous engagement. That same year, Winya was awarded the United Nations Global Compact SDG Award for Economic Empowerment of Indigenous Peoples, reflecting the depth of our social impact through Defence projects.

We have also received national recognition for our circular economy initiatives through the Indesign Sustainability Award and have been named a winner in the City of Sydney Business Awards for Indigenous Excellence. These awards demonstrate Winya’s unique ability to deliver compliance, quality, and cultural leadership in tandem. Learn more about our awards by clicking here.

Every dollar spent with Winya directly supports Indigenous-owned enterprise and contributes to employment, training, and development outcomes.

We encourage the creation of pathways such as Indigenous apprenticeships and traineeships, both within our manufacturing workshops and through our delivery partners. We also promote initiatives like work-release programs with correctional institutions, giving individuals the opportunity to gain skills and contribute meaningfully to the projects we deliver.

These approaches are central to the way we engage across our supply chains and partnerships. By fostering and supporting these actions wherever possible, we help create broader opportunities for Indigenous participation.