New Queensland Procurement Policy 2026

What Suppliers Need to Know About Queensland Government Procurement

The Queensland Procurement Policy 2026 came into effect on 1 January 2026. It sets the framework for how Queensland government procurement operates and clearly defines what government buyers expect from their suppliers.

If your business wants to work with the Queensland Government, this policy matters. It influences how tenders should be written, how submissions are evaluated and how contracts are delivered.

With major public investment underway, including projects linked to the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games, understanding supplier requirements for Queensland procurement has never been more important.

Why the Queensland Procurement Policy matters for suppliers

The Queensland Government spends around $35 billion each year on goods, services and construction. This includes major infrastructure, ICT, professional services and long term programs.

The Queensland Procurement Policy changes how value is defined. While price remains important, it is no longer the sole focus.

Buyers are required to consider:

• How suppliers support Queensland businesses and workers
• Whether suppliers deliver social and community benefits
• How suppliers manage risk, ethics and supply chains.

Suppliers that understand and respond to these expectations are far better positioned to succeed in Queensland government procurement.

Supplier requirements for Queensland procurement

Under the Queensland Procurement Policy, suppliers are expected to:

• Demonstrate value for money beyond price
• Act ethically and comply with the Supplier Code of Conduct
• Support local procurement where possible
• Deliver practical economic, environmental and social outcomes.

These supplier requirements apply across all Queensland government procurement, from smaller contracts through to major programs such as Brisbane Olympics procurement.

The five pillars of the Queensland Procurement Policy, explained simply

The policy is built around five pillars that guide how Queensland government procurement is planned, evaluated and delivered.

1. Value for Queensland: Suppliers must clearly explain why their solution delivers sustainable value over time, not just the lowest price.
2. Local opportunities and local procurement: Suppliers should demonstrate a genuine Queensland presence and engage with regional and small family businesses
3. Easy to do business with government: Suppliers still need to be registered on QTenders and understand core Queensland government procurement processes.
4. Open to new ideas and innovation: Suppliers are encouraged to propose new delivery approaches, innovative products and to participate in pilots.
5. Practical economic, environmental and social impact: Suppliers are encouraged to adopt sustainable procurement practices and engage with diverse suppliers.

Brisbane Olympics procurement and what it means for suppliers

The Queensland Procurement Policy makes it clear that procurement will be a key lever for maximising benefits before, during and after the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

For suppliers, Brisbane Olympics procurement will place strong emphasis on:

• Local procurement and Queensland supply chains
• Workforce development and skills pathways
• Ethical, responsible and transparent delivery
• Long term community and economic benefit.

Suppliers that prepare early will be better positioned to access these opportunities and meet buyer expectations.

What suppliers should focus on now

To meet supplier requirements for Queensland procurement, businesses should:

• Understand how the Queensland Procurement Policy applies to their services
• Review how they demonstrate value beyond price
• Strengthen local procurement and supply chain practices
• Prepare for Brisbane Olympics procurement opportunities
• Build confidence and capability in responding to government tenders.

How Sedo Group supports suppliers

Sedo Group supports suppliers to navigate Queensland government procurement with clarity and confidence.

We help businesses to:

• Understand the Queensland Procurement Policy
• Meet supplier requirements for Queensland procurement
• Strengthen local procurement and social procurement approaches
• Prepare for major programs, including Brisbane 2032.

Build confidence in Queensland Government procurement. Connect with Sedo Group to strengthen your procurement capability, demonstrate value beyond price and respond effectively to government tenders.