Queensland Tenders

Queensland's vast geography and growing population drive significant government procurement across resources, infrastructure, health, and agriculture. The QTenders portal managed by the Department of Energy and Public Works is the primary source, with additional opportunities from hospital and health services, local councils, and government-owned corporations.

Queensland Government procurement uses a tiered approach. For significant procurements, open tender processes are required, with thresholds varying by category. Below the open tender threshold, agencies must seek at least three written offers for procurements above $10,000. Construction procurement follows a similar tiered model. The Queensland Procurement Policy also requires agencies to consider offers from regional and Indigenous businesses as part of their evaluation.

To register on QTenders, visit qtenders.epw.qld.gov.au and create a supplier account. You will need your ABN, business details, and relevant industry category selections. QTenders allows you to set up automated email alerts based on category codes and keywords. Registration is free and gives you access to current open tenders, closed tenders for benchmarking, and awarded contract information that can inform your bidding strategy.

Queensland's procurement policies place a strong emphasis on supporting local and Indigenous businesses. The Queensland Indigenous Procurement Policy (QIPP) sets a target of 3% of addressable spend with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander businesses. The Buy Queensland approach requires agencies to consider the economic, environmental, and social benefits of procurement decisions, with a focus on local jobs, apprenticeships, and regional economic outcomes. Suppliers who can demonstrate these outcomes in their tender responses will be assessed more favourably.

The Queensland budget is typically delivered in June, with peak procurement activity running from August through December. Infrastructure and construction tenders tend to maintain steadier year-round volumes due to multi-year project pipelines. The wet season in northern Queensland (November to April) can influence the timing of construction and outdoor service tenders in tropical regions. Activity generally slows between mid-December and late January.

Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games preparations are driving a significant surge in procurement across infrastructure, transport, venues, and services at both state and local government levels. Beyond the Olympics, the Cross River Rail project, Bruce Highway upgrades, and Queensland Energy and Jobs Plan — targeting 80% renewable energy by 2035 — are creating substantial tender pipelines. The state's hospital expansion program, including new and upgraded facilities across South East Queensland, is another major source of opportunities.

New suppliers should start by registering on QTenders and reviewing the Queensland Procurement Policy to understand evaluation criteria. Familiarise yourself with the QTenders platform by reviewing closed tenders in your industry to understand typical requirements and contract structures. For regional Queensland opportunities, establishing a local presence or partnering with a regional business can be advantageous given the Buy Queensland policy. Consider attending government supplier engagement events, which are regularly held across the state. If you are new to government tendering, our guide to government tendering in Australia covers the process end to end.

Key agencies

• QTenders
• Queensland Health
• Department of Transport and Main Roads
• Cross River Rail

What Queensland Government typically procures

• Construction and civil works
• Road, bridge and transport infrastructure
• Olympic and major event infrastructure
• Hospital and health expansion works
• Renewable energy and grid services
• Mining and resources support services
• Cyclone and disaster resilience
• IT services and software
• Education infrastructure
• Facilities management and grounds maintenance