The Queensland Police Service (QPS) is seeking experienced domestic commercial vessel manufacturers to design, construct, and supply a suite of vessels to replace its ageing fleet. The opportunity includes various categories of rigid inflatable boats (RHIBs) and cabin vessels. Key requirements include adherence to AMSA standards, on-time delivery, comprehensive warranties, and provision of operating manuals. An industry briefing is mandatory for participation. Offers must be submitted electronically by 2:00 PM AEST on 15 July 2026. The evaluation process considers technical solution, operational requirements, customer support, capacity, local content, and value for money.
Comprehensive warranties for vessels and equipment that include support and service are required.
The customer will evaluate offers using a three-gate process: Gate 1 Mandatory Criteria (adherence to supplier code of conduct, attendance at briefing, financial information provision, UVI number application commitment), Gate 2 Ability to Meet Requirements (technical solution, operational fit, customer support, capacity, local content, local manufacturing), and Gate 3 Value for Money (considering price and non-price factors).
Suppliers must warrant adherence to the Queensland Government Supplier Code of Conduct, attend the industry briefing, provide financial information, and commit to providing evidence of application for UVI numbers.
The closing date for supplier questions is 2:00 PM AEST on 8 July 2026.
The customer may disqualify a supplier if it believes the supplier has breached any warranty, including those related to anti-competitive conduct, conflict of interest, criminal organisations, or accuracy of information.