This is a call for tenders for four exploration permits for coal (EPCs) in the Bowen and Surat Basins, Queensland. The tender process is competitive and aims to allocate exploration rights to capable companies. Tenders must be lodged through the VendorPanel marketplace by 11:00 am on 30 April 2026. Key evaluation criteria include the proposed initial work program, financial capability, technical capability, approach to community and landholder consultation, and compliance with relevant legislation. Tenderers must submit a complete application form, proof of identity, a proposed work program, and details of financial and technical resources. Late tenders will not be accepted.
The last date for tender submission is Thursday, 30 April 2026, at 11:00 am.
The tender application fee is **** fee units, which equates to AUD 1,****, payable via electronic funds transfer. Rent for the first year of the proposed EPC is also payable, at **** ex GST per subblock.
Tenders are evaluated based on the proposed initial work program (40%), financial capability (15%), technical capability (15%), approach to community and landholder consultation and engagement (10%), compliance with resources legislation (10%), and compliance with health and safety legislation (10%).
Eligible persons include adults, companies, local governments, and educational institutions that the Minister treats as eligible. Tenderers must also inform the department of any matters that may result in disqualification from being granted a resource authority.
Failure to comply with confidentiality requirements may result in the Minister exercising their discretion to refuse to receive, process, or consider the tender. A preferred tenderer's appointment may be revoked if they fail to comply with requirements or do not take reasonable steps to allow an EPC to be granted.
The supplier query cutoff date is Wednesday, 29 April 2026, at 10:00 pm.
