Call for tenders for authorities to prospect PLR2026-1

### 🌏 Tender Overview: Exploration Authorities to Prospect (PLR2026-1) The **Department of Natural Resources, Mines, Manufacturing, Regional and Rural Development (Queensland)** is inviting tenders for the exploration of twelve (12) specific land areas. This initiative, identified as **PLR2026-1**, focuses on prospective land within the **Cooper/Eromanga** and **Bowen/Surat basins**. ### 📋 Key Requirements & Scope - **Objective:** Secure authorities to prospect for mineral, petroleum, and gas resources. - **Scope:** The tender covers 12 distinct land areas designated for exploration. - **Financial Note:** There is **no cash bid component** required for this tender. - **Industry Focus:** This opportunity is specifically targeted at organizations operating within the Mining, Quarrying, and Oil & Gas sectors. ### 🏢 Issuing Organization - **Buyer:** Dept Natural Res Mines Manufact Regional Rural Dev (Queensland Government). - **Location:** Brisbane, QLD. ### 🛠 Capabilities Needed Potential bidders should possess expertise in: - Oil & Gas Drilling & Exploration - Mining & Quarrying Machinery operations - Bore, Well, and Blasting services - Landfill Gas Management ### 📅 Important Dates - **Tender Open:** March 5, 2026 - **Supplier Query Cut-off:** April 30, 2026 (11:00 AM) - **Tender Close:** May 14, 2026 (11:00 AM) - **Expected Decision:** September 11, 2026 This is a significant opportunity for energy and resource exploration firms to expand their footprint in Queensland's established basins. Interested parties are encouraged to review the full 'Call for Tenders' documentation for specific technical requirements and compliance criteria.