From the General Manager's desk | June 2026 Published on 09 June 2026 From volatile market conditions to practical AI and stronger sector support, we take a look at the key issues influencing procurement for Queensland councils in the months ahead. Tagged as: , For Suppliers, Purchasers, News, Newsletter
Making procurement simpler Published on 09 June 2026 Understanding your contract options through Local Buy Tagged as: , For Suppliers, Purchasers, News, Newsletter
Market volatility and local government procurement Published on 09 June 2026 Building procurement resilience in an unpredictable market. Tagged as: , For Suppliers, Purchasers, News, Newsletter
Making innovative technology work in practice Published on 09 June 2026 Turn emerging technology into practical outcomes safely, strategically, and at scale. Tagged as: , Arrangements, For Suppliers, Purchasers, News, Newsletter
My Local Buy Story - Queensland Computers Published on 09 June 2026 From managed IT and cybersecurity to local, on-the-ground support, Queensland Computers is helping councils across Queensland build. Tagged as: , Arrangements, For Suppliers, Purchasers, News, Newsletter, ICT and Telecommunications
Engagement Update | June 2026 Published on 09 June 2026 Supporting councils far and wide with practical procurement guidance, training and trusted Local Buy expertise. Tagged as: , For Suppliers, Purchasers, News, Newsletter
Arrangement Update | June 2026 Published on 09 June 2026 Following a busy May Tenders round, the Local Buy team has now shifted to evaluation stage of the process - working their way through the 577 tender submissions received. Tagged as: , Arrangements, For Suppliers, Purchasers, News, Newsletter
From the General Manager's desk | April 2026 Published on 09 April 2026 In this article our GM highlights how Local Buy supports councils with fuel market volatility, invests in connection, partnership, and capability, and advances Queensland procurement across the whole of government through QPS.Plus a quick look at what’s coming up at our 25 Year ‘Legacy’ Conference – with tickets NOW OPEN! Tagged as: , For Suppliers, Purchasers, News, Newsletter
Maximising value through flexible contracting under Local Buy Published on 09 April 2026 Councils retain full control over contract conditions when using Local Buy Arrangements, while still benefiting from a compliant, pre-qualified supplier network. Tagged as: , For Suppliers, Purchasers, News, Newsletter