Panel - Light Freight Services (Libraries)

### 📦 Tender Overview The **City of Ballarat** is seeking to establish a **Panel of Approved Suppliers** for the provision of **light freight services** specifically tailored for regional libraries. This collaborative procurement effort serves multiple local government areas within the Central Highlands region of Victoria. ### 🚚 Scope of Work The successful providers will manage the transportation and logistics of library materials across a broad network. The service area encompasses several councils, including: * City of Ballarat * Ararat Rural City * Moorabool Shire Council * Pyrenees Shire Council * Hepburn Shire Council * Central Goldfields Shire Council * Southern Grampians Shire Council * Northern Grampians Shire Council ### 📍 Location and Requirements Services are required throughout the **Central Highlands region of Victoria**. Bidders should demonstrate expertise in **courier services**, **logistics**, and **transportation management**. The primary goal is to ensure efficient, reliable movement of goods between library branches across the participating municipalities. ### 📅 Key Dates * **Open Date:** February 13, 2026 * **Closing Date:** March 17, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST * **Query Cut-off:** March 11, 2026 * **Decision Expected:** April 7, 2026 ### 🔍 Search Keywords Light Freight, Library Logistics, Courier Services, Central Highlands Victoria, Regional Transport Panel, City of Ballarat, Municipal Freight Services.