Request for Information ( RFI): Ballot PaperScanning Technology Solution - ECQ- 04- 2026 Request for Information - Ballot Paper Scanning Technology Solution The Electoral Commission of Queensland ( ECQ) is seeking responses to this Request for Information ( RFI) from suitably qualified and experienced suppliers to provide information about a Ballot Paper Scanning ( BPS) technology solution that could be used to assist election officials with vote counting in Queensland s local government elections. Submiss
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The Electoral Commission of Queensland (ECQ) is seeking information from suppliers about ballot paper scanning (BPS) technology solutions for local government elections. The RFI aims to identify existing solutions, industry capabilities, potential challenges, and opportunities. Responses are due by April 20, 2026. The ECQ is looking for a solution that can accurately capture voter marks, integrate with existing systems, and provide manual verification. The RFI is for information gathering only and does not constitute a commitment to procure goods or services. The ECQ is an independent statutory authority responsible for conducting elections, reviewing electoral boundaries, and regulating electoral funding and disclosure requirements.
Interested suppliers must demonstrate capability and experience in delivering the following: an existing, available, and fitforpurpose bps technology solutiona contemporary scanning and image recognition technology solution capable of capturing voter marks and preferences across the different voting systems used in queensland local government elections to a very high degree of accuracy i. e. : optional preferential voting for councillors in divided councils and for mayoral elections, andfirstpastthepost voting for i undivided councils and ii the ipswich city council multimember divided council.
The supplier query cutoff is Monday 13 April 2026 01:00 am E. South America Standard Time.
NGN Northern Region Optical SpotSprayer Optimisation - Growers who attended the 2025 NGN Forums in Somerton and Walgett prioritised the need for improved knowledge, skill deve- Description: Growers who attended the 2025 NGN Forums in Somerton and Walgett prioritised the need for improved knowledge, skill development and confidence in the use of optical spot sprayers ( OSS). This issue has been raised in many other NGN forums across New South Wales ( NSW) and Queensland ( QLD). Growers identified that th
Optical Spot Sprayer Optimisation Output 1: Reference Materials Output 2: OSS Training Days
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The tender is for the optimisation of optical spot sprayers in the northern region, including the development of reference materials and the coordination of training days. The project is expected to run over 40 months. Tenders must be submitted through the Grains Investment Portal and written in English. The evaluation criteria include technical aspects and price. Mandatory conditions for participation are also specified.
The bid notice states that the investment will be run over 40 months.
The evaluation criteria include technical qualitative evaluation criteria related to nonprice factors such as methodology, project plan, track record, experience and price.
The tenderer must be a single legal entity or recognised firm of partners.
NGN Northern Region Optical Spot Sprayer Optimisation - OSS are increasingly being used by growers. Industry sources estimate that around 70 per cent of grainproduction businesses in QLD and Northern NSW either own or use a contractor with an optical spot sprayer. Benefits of OSS include less chemical use, improved hard- to- kill weed control, more chemical rotation options, reduced water use, time savings and reduced weed seed- set. Advances in OSS technology and other weed control methods are allowing so
Improved knowledge and capacity of growers, staff, advisors, contractors and OSS sales representatives in the set up and use of OSS, through the delivery of training days and extension materials. Output 1. Title: reference materials. Output 2. Title: oss training days.
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The tender aims to improve knowledge and capacity in the use of Optical Spot Sprayers (OSS) through training days and extension materials. The closing date for submissions is March 16, 2026. The contract term is anticipated to be 40 months. The tenderer must be a single legal entity and compliant with relevant labor laws. Tenders must be submitted via the Grains Investment Portal and written in English. The evaluation criteria include technical aspects, project plan, and price. The Grdc does not intend to negotiate the terms and conditions of the proposed contract.
The bid notice states by may 2028, 200 operators of oss in the northern region have improved knowledge and access to information pertaining to the safe, effective and regulatory approved use of their equipment for the purpose of protecting crop production and grain quality.
The bid notice states in the table below are the evaluation criteria that the tender evaluation team will use to assess the value for money of all tenders.
The bid notice states he tenderer must be a single legal entity or recognised firm of partners the tenderer and any proposed subcontractor must be compliant with the workplace gender equality act **** , the modern slavery act 2018 and any other applicable labour laws and standards in the jurisdiction in which they operate. the tenderer and any subcontractor must not have a judicial decision against it not including decisions under appeal relating to employee entitlements and who have not paid the claim. the tenderer and any subcontractor must not be named on the consolidated list, being the list of persons and entities who are subject to targeted financial sanctions or travel bans under australian sanction laws, as maintained by the department of foreign affairs and trade.
The bid notice states make all requests for further information or clarification in relation to this procurement in writing email prior to 9 march 2026.
Alice Springs - Supply and Delivery of Aerial Incendiary Drone and Accessories - The Department of Lands, Planning and the Environment, Flora and Fauna division requires supply and delivery of an aerial incendiary drone and accessories.
Supply and delivery of aerial incendiary drone and accessories One ( 1) aerial incendiary drone package containing the following: aerial incendiary drone small with a maximum 25kg takeoff weight including payload. Preferred platform type: multirotor. The ability to carry **** spheres. Minimum 1 hour flight time. Electro optical infrared EOIR thermal camera. Telemetry range radio line of sight of approximately 7 kms. Flight planning software. Drone induction for parks and wildlife staff in Alice Springs, Northern Territory NT, including travel and travel associated costs. Induction should cover flight planning software, payload setup, maintenance and overview of safety features.
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The tender is for the supply and delivery of an aerial incendiary drone and accessories. The deadline for submission is November 25, 2025, at 2:00 PM Australian Central Standard Time. The delivery must be completed within 12 weeks of the order. Payment will be made in accordance with clause 20 of the conditions of contract. Respondents must provide full details of manufacturers warranty terms and warranty period offered.
The bid notice states he contractor is to supply and deliver the specified goods to the following location, within 12weeks of notice of acceptance being issued.
The bid notice states Payment will be made in accordance with clause 20 of the conditions of contract.
The bid notice states Respondents are required to provide: full details of manufacturers warranty terms and warranty period offered.
The assessment criteria weightings are: Price 20, Local Content 30, Capacity 10, Scope Specific Criteria 40, Total 100.
Optical Terminal Guidance for Moving Targets - Develop, implement and demonstrate optical terminal guidance using small uncrewed aerial systems. - This procurement seeks to acquire and demonstrate optical terminal guidance for small uncrewed aerial systems to accurately detect, track, and engage moving targets without relying on GPS or external communications. This involves integrating several core technologies: machine learning for object detection and classification, object tracking across video frames, st
optical terminal guidance for moving targets
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The procurement seeks to acquire and demonstrate optical terminal guidance for small uncrewed aerial systems. Quotations must be submitted electronically via the Austender website before the closing time. The closing date is December 1, 2025, at 2:00 PM ACT local time. The timeframe for delivery is no later than June 30, 2026. The contract value of A$10,000 or more will be published.
The bid notice states the delivery timeframe is o later than 30 June 2026.
Quotations will be evaluated in accordance with commonwealth procurement rules and policies with particular reference to value for money.
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