How a Canberra engagement runs
The process begins with a call to understand the business, the purpose of the valuation and the date it relates to, which is particularly relevant for consultancies whose value can shift with contract cycles. Once we have confirmed the engagement suits our process, the scope and a fixed fee are set out in writing before any analysis starts. Financial statements, contracts, government panel arrangements and other supporting documents are then uploaded through a secure link, and a video call is available whenever it helps to talk through a point directly. A draft valuation is issued for your review once the analysis is complete, and the signed report follows once any outstanding questions are resolved. We do not have an office in Canberra, and no site visit is built into the standard process. That keeps the engagement consistent and the fee predictable, regardless of where in the ACT the business is based.
What we value in Canberra
Canberra's economy is shaped heavily by government activity, and a large share of the businesses we see reflect that: contractors delivering services to government agencies, and consultancies in policy, technology, engineering and advisory fields. Professional services firms more broadly, including accounting and legal practices, are also common, along with technology businesses supplying software or systems work to both government and private clients. Education and training providers, health and allied health practices, and retail and hospitality businesses serving the local population round out the picture. Valuing a services or contracting business often means paying close attention to contract terms, panel arrangements and the extent to which revenue depends on a small number of relationships, alongside the usual work on sustainable earnings. A tax or restructure valuation is a common trigger for these businesses.
Working with your Canberra accountant or lawyer
Many Canberra engagements are instructed directly by an accountant or lawyer acting on behalf of their client, often in connection with a restructure, succession or ownership change. Others start with the business owner, who then brings their adviser into the process once scope and fee are agreed. Either way, the finished report is written for professional review, with the assumptions and methodology set out clearly enough that an adviser can assess the reasoning rather than take the figure on trust. With your authority, we are glad to speak directly with your accountant or lawyer once a draft is available, to confirm details or address their questions. Advisers instructing on behalf of a client should see our page for accountants and lawyers.
Timing and fees for Canberra businesses
What happens, and when
| Step | What you do | What we do |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Call | Explain the business and the purpose | Confirm suitability and outline next steps |
| 2. Scope | Agree to proceed | Send the fixed fee and scope in writing |
| 3. Documents | Upload records to the secure link | Review the material and raise queries |
| 4. Sign-off | Review the draft and respond | Finalise and issue the signed report |
Standard signed reports start from $1,495 plus GST ($1,644.50 including GST) for suitable, straightforward matters. More complex work, including multiple entities, government contract structures or a historical valuation date, is quoted once the scope is understood. A typical draft is ready 5 to 7 business days after all requested information has been received, and because the engagement is remote, there is no travel cost added for a Canberra matter. See our fees page for the full structure, or get in touch to discuss your matter.
General information only. Valuation Group is based in Double Bay, Sydney, and does not maintain an office in Canberra. Engagements are delivered remotely unless a site visit is agreed at scoping.