Do you have capacity to respond to a tender in January 2026?

Do you acknowledge that you will upload an overview that addresses:

1. A company profile, including relevant experience and qualifications in providing managed application services.
2. Examples of previous projects demonstrating expertise in Azure .NET, Microsoft Dynamics platforms, Microsoft Power Automate, and Microsoft GitHub management.
3. A description of the proposed approach to delivering the Managed Application Service, and scaling in response to emerging SoW requirements.
4. A brief description of ability to meet Queensland Government compliance, security, and accessibility standards.
5. Any additional information that demonstrates the supplier’s ability to deliver the required services effectively and efficiently.

The submission may be in any format, but please limit to a maximum 5 pages, as this process is seeking an information on the market to inform the tender strategy.

Do you acknowledge the future tender process will require the successful supplier to accept the standard QITC Comprehensive Conditions (https://www.publications.qld.gov.au/dataset/qitc-framework/resource/238c6e6c-9a78-4444-b540-d0dc8bba1cc5)?

Question:
Is there a requirement to have an office in Queensland?

Answered on 17/Nov/2025 10:39 AM:


This request is to understand the market capability. The next step will be the tender process which will be guided by the Queensland Procurement Policy 2026.

Question:
We are seeing only some questions when we download the tender documents. Are there any other documents and what is expected format of response?

Answered on 17/Nov/2025 10:55 AM:


There are no attachments to this request.

We require a response to only the 3 questions; this includes a submission from interested suppliers that can be in any format.

Question:
When in January will the tender be coming out? What is the expected stop date? I'm just conscious of people being away from the holidays.

Answered on 20/Nov/2025 09:11 AM:
(edited on 20/Nov/2025 09:14 AM)


The earliest the tender will be released is the 12th January 2026. The due date for tenders will be determined after the tender is prepared to ensure sufficient time to respond to the request.

Question:
Would you like us to only answer the 3 questions, or additional supporting information? Will you be shortlisted vendor for the January RFQ etc?

Answered on 24/Nov/2025 10:30 AM:


Suppliers are requested to complete the 3 system questions in addition to uploading a document that provides an overview of the company's alignment to the requirements.

A sourcing strategy will be prepared over the December/January period informed by the Queensland Procurement Policy 2026 and the information obtained through this process.

Question:
Hi DPC team,

Can you please confirm that we submit 'Nil' or $0 for the pricing component of the submission? If not, please advise how you would like us to price?

Thanks.

Answered on 25/Nov/2025 03:50 PM:


There is no requirement to submit pricing. In theory it is not a mandatory field, but if it does not allow you to skip, please enter $0.

Question:
Hi team, We have the below questions and would appreciate some clarity on them please.

1. Delivery Model & Resourcing

Could you please confirm whether the Managed Application Services can be delivered using an offshore or hybrid delivery model?

Could you advise whether there is any evaluation weighting or criteria associated with resource location?

2. Compliance, Security & Data Privacy Requirements

We would appreciate more detail regarding the Queensland Government security, accessibility, and data privacy standards referenced under the Compliance and Standards section:

• Adherence to Queensland Government policies, including security, accessibility, and data privacy

• Demonstrated understanding of relevant legislative and regulatory requirements

Could you please share any documentation or reference links outlining these policies so we can ensure full compliance?

For context, we have experience working with federal and Queensland government entities and are fully aligned to government-grade security and control frameworks.

3. Technology Environment & Integrations

To better scope the work and align our capability, could you provide more information on your current Microsoft environment (Azure, on-prem, or hybrid)?

Additionally, are there any specific modules, workflows, or integrations in scope relating to the applications listed in the RFP?

4. Contract Structure & Duration

Could you please confirm the expected contract term?

Are multi-year engagements required or preferred, and what is the anticipated duration of resource allocation under this contract?

Answered on 27/Nov/2025 04:11 PM:


1. Delivery Model & Resourcing

This expressions of interest process is simply to gain an understanding of the suppliers interested in being invited to a tender in early 2026. Criteria and associated weightings will be determined prior to the tender closing in 2026. The department reserves its rights to determine a sourcing strategy that best aligns with the Queensland Procurement Policy 2026 as supported by information gained through this process.

2. Compliance, Security & Data Privacy Requirements

Detailed requirements will be released with the tender in early 2026. This expressions of interest process only seeks to gain knowledge of the market, not conduct a detailed evaluation.

3. Technology Environments & Integrations

Detailed requirements will be released with the tender in early 2026.

4. Contract Structure & Duration

Detailed requirements will be released with the tender in early 2026.