Working With Council Guide

Blackall-Tambo Regional Council regularly engages local business to supply the goods and services that support our communities and maintain local infrastructure.

All purchasing is carried out in accordance with Council's procurement policies, with a focus on value for money, fair competition and transparent decision-making.

Whether you're a tradesperson, contractor, consultant, retailer or service provider, this page explains how to get started, find opportunities and understand what's required when working with Council.

For more information about supplier requirements, read the Working with Council: A Guide for Suppliers 2026–2027.

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Download the Guide(PDF, 13MB)

Getting Started

1. Understand how Council engages suppliers

Council uses different procurement methods depending on the goods, services or works required, including:

  • Requests for quotation: Council may invite businesses to provide a price and details of their offer.

  • Requests for tender: Formal opportunities to submit an offer for goods, services or works.

  • Prequalified supplier arrangements: Approved supplier panels established through a procurement process. Opportunities to join these arrangements are advertised when available.

  • Local Buy and other approved arrangements: Council may purchase through established arrangements where permitted under its procurement requirements.

The process used depends on the circumstances and applicable legislative requirements. Registering with VendorPanel is a useful starting point, but not every purchase is advertised publicly. Consider contacting business@btrc.qld.gov.au to see what the best option is for your business and/or services. 

2. Register your business

Register for free on VendorPanel Marketplace, Council's online procurement platform.

To get started:

  • Create your supplier profile.

  • Select the categories that match the goods or services you provide.

  • Choose the regions where you can work.

  • Keep your business details and categories up to date.

Your registration helps buyers identify your business for relevant opportunities. It does not guarantee invitations to quote or work with Council, however it is a greta place to start.

Register with VendorPanel Marketplace

3. Find tenders and procurement opportunities

Council advertises public tender opportunities on its website and through VendorPanel. Registered suppliers may also receive invitations to quote when their services match Council's requirements.

Check the current opportunities regularly so you don't miss an opportunity to submit an offer.

View Current Tenders

View Public Tenders on VendorPanel

Before you start work

If Council engages your business, make sure you understand the requirements before supplying goods or commencing work.

Purchase orders

Council issues purchase orders for goods and services. Check that the details are correct and contact your Council representative if anything needs to be amended. Do not commence work or supply goods until you have received the required purchase order.

Insurance and safety

You may need to provide evidence of appropriate insurance, licences and other documentation. Suppliers working on Council sites must also meet applicable work health and safety requirements, including site inductions where required.

Invoices and payment

Send invoices to admin@btrc.qld.gov.au. Council's standard payment term is 21 days after receipt of a valid tax invoice. Make sure your invoice includes the required business, tax and purchase order details.

Procurement Policy

Council's procurement processes are guided by legislative requirements and the principles of value for money, open and effective competition, ethical behaviour, accountability and transparency.

Businesses interested in supplying Council are encouraged to read the Procurement Policy to understand how purchasing decisions are made.

View Council's Procurement Policy

Awarded Contracts $200,000 and Over

In accordance with section 237 of the Local Government Regulation 2012, Council publishes details of contracts valued at $200,000 or more, excluding GST.

Published information includes the successful supplier, contract value and purpose. Contract details are made available for at least 12 months in accordance with legislative requirements.

View Awarded Contracts $200,000 and Over

 

Looking for support?
For questions about supplying goods or services to Council, please contact:
Blackall-Tambo Regional Council
Tenders & Procurement
tenders@btrc.qld.gov.au
(07) 4621 6600

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