Business Management & Consulting Services LB309 - LB Pre-Qualified Arrangement

### 📋 Tender Overview Local Buy is inviting applications for the **Business Management & Consulting Services (LB309)** Register of Pre-Qualified Suppliers (RPQS). This opportunity allows successful vendors to provide services to Local Governments across Queensland and the Northern Territory, as well as other approved purchasers such as State Government, Universities, and Utilities. ### 🎯 Scope and Requirements This tender seeks to appoint qualified suppliers to provide a broad range of consulting and management services. Key categories include: * **Business & Strategic Planning** * **Management Consulting & Advisory** * **HR & Payroll Services** * **IT & Managed Services** * **Environmental & Heritage Advisory** * **Disaster & Risk Management** Successful applicants will join a trusted procurement network that facilitates over $800m in annual spend. All arrangements are compliant with the *Local Government Act 2009* and *Local Government Regulation 2012*. ### 🏢 About the Buyer Local Buy is the primary procurement partner for Queensland local councils, managing 52 arrangements across diverse portfolios. They simplify the procurement process by connecting public sector entities with pre-qualified, vetted suppliers. ### 📅 Key Dates * **Tender Opens:** May 1, 2026 * **Supplier Query Cut-off:** May 28, 2026, 2:00 PM * **Tender Closes:** May 29, 2026, 2:00 PM * **Expected Decision:** July 28, 2026 ### 💡 Important Notes Existing Local Buy suppliers do not need to re-apply. Interested parties should verify their current status via the VendorPanel/Unimarket portal before submitting a new application. This is a recurring quarterly opportunity for new and existing suppliers to expand their service categories.