Call for tenders for authorities to prospect PLR2026-1

### 🌍 Tender Overview The Department of Natural Resources, Mines, Manufacturing, Regional and Rural Development (Queensland Government) has issued a call for tenders for **Authorities to Prospect (PLR2026-1)**. This initiative invites qualified entities to bid for exploration rights across twelve (12) designated land areas located within the **Cooper/Eromanga** and **Bowen/Surat basins**. ### 📋 Scope and Requirements - **Project Focus:** Exploration and prospecting for mineral, petroleum, and gas resources. - **Key Condition:** There is **no cash bid component** for this tender. - **Target Regions:** The scope covers various regions across Queensland, including the Darling Downs, South West, and Central West. ### 🏗️ Capabilities Needed This opportunity is specifically suited for businesses operating within the **Mining, Quarrying, and Oil & Gas** sectors. Interested parties should possess expertise in: - Bore and well drilling services - Exploration equipment and machinery - Landfill gas management - Drilling and blasting operations ### 📅 Important Dates - **Tender Open:** March 5, 2026 - **Supplier Query Cut-off:** April 30, 2026 - **Submission Deadline:** May 14, 2026, at 11:00 AM - **Expected Decision:** September 11, 2026 ### 🔍 Keywords #QueenslandGovernment #MiningTender #OilAndGas #Exploration #Prospecting #CooperEromanga #BowenSurat #ResourceManagement #DrillingServices #PLR2026