Call for tenders for exploration permits for coal (EPCs) (CLR2026-1)

### 🏗️ Tender Overview The Department of Natural Resources, Mines, Manufacturing, Regional and Rural Development (Queensland Government) has issued a call for tenders for **four (4) coal exploration permits (EPCs)**. This opportunity, identified as **CLR2026-1**, focuses on exploration activities within the **Bowen and Surat basins**. ### 📋 Key Requirements & Scope - **Project Scope:** Exploration of land for coal resources. - **Geographic Focus:** Bowen and Surat basins, Queensland. - **Financial Note:** There is no cash bid component associated with this tender. - **Documentation:** Interested parties must refer to the official 'Call for Tenders for Exploration Permits for Coal (EPCs) (CLR2026-1)' document for comprehensive technical and compliance requirements. ### 📅 Important Dates - **Tender Open:** March 5, 2026 - **Supplier Query Cut-off:** April 30, 2026, 11:00 AM - **Submission Deadline:** May 14, 2026, 11:00 AM - **Expected Decision:** September 11, 2026 ### 🔍 Search Keywords #CoalExploration #QueenslandMining #EPC #BowenBasin #SuratBasin #MiningTender #ResourceDevelopment #QueenslandGovernment #ExplorationPermits #MiningServices