For agency buyers

The Queensland Procurement Policy 2026 (QPP 2026) commences on 1 January 2026 and represents a significant transformation in Queensland Government’s procurement approach.

The QPP 2026 ensures every procurement dollar delivers maximum impact for Queenslanders through:

  • introducing new ways to leverage procurement data
  • a heavy focus support for small and family-owned businesses
  • red tape reduction and transparency.

The refreshed policy balances rigorous ‘value for money’ principles with broader economic, social and environmental outcomes, underpinned by 5 strategic pillars that outline the key outcomes areas across Queensland Government procurement decisions:

  1. Value for Queensland: Deliver value for taxpayer’s’ money and ensure fair and open competition
  2. Local opportunities: Create opportunities for local suppliers, with an emphasis on small and family businesses and regional enterprises, wherever practical
  3. Easy to do business: Simplify procurement processes to make it easier for suppliers to do business with government
  4. Open to new ideas: Encourage innovation and new market-driven approaches to solve challenges faced by government
  5. Practical economic, environmental and social impact: Drive sustainable procurement practices and build a diverse supplier base including support for social enterprises and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander businesses.

These pillars work together to ensure every procurement decision reflects government’s commitment to maximising value for taxpayers'’ money while supporting broader non-cost objectives, priorities and commitments.

Get more information on the 5 pillars and how they guide procurement decisions.

Preparing for QPP 2026

The current policy remains in effect until 31 December 2025, providing a transitional period to support readiness activities and prepare for the new policy.

To effectively implement the new policy framework, agency buyers should use this time to:

  • familiarise themselves with the QPP 2026 and associated guidance, noting new requirements and updated processes
  • complete the mandatory procurement training if new to procurement or to refresh existing knowledge
  • keep an eye out for updated guidance and implementation tools as they are released in the lead up to commencement
  • subscribe to the Queensland Government Procurement Buyer eNewsetter to receive procurement-related updates and news.

Moving forward together

The QPP 2026 represents an ambitious vision for procurement that delivers exceptional value for Queensland while:

  • creating opportunities for local businesses
  • driving innovation
  • contributing to sustainable development.

Success requires collaboration, commitment and continuous learning from all participants in Queensland’s procurement ecosystem.

Agency buyers play a critical role in bringing this vision to life through their:

  • daily decisions
  • engagement with suppliers and stakeholders
  • commitment to excellence in everything they do.

The policy provides the framework, but it is the expertise, judgment and dedication of buyers that will determine the ultimate success of Queensland's procurement transformation.

We encourage all agency buyers to:

  • embrace the opportunities  the QPP 2026 presents
  • engage actively with the support and development opportunities available
  • contribute to the continuous improvement of Queensland's procurement practices.

Together, we can ensure that every procurement dollar delivers maximum value for Queensland while building a stronger, more innovative and more sustainable future for all Queenslanders.

For more information, resources and support: