Construction, major projects and supply chains

• 2026 Queensland Procurement Policy Launch will provide insights into the key changes to the procurement policy, what the changes mean for Queensland businesses, providing practical tips about how to position your business to secure government work including how to register as a supplier for the Brisbane 2032 Games. Events include Toowoomba on 25 November, Morayfield on 26 November, Bundaberg on 27 November and Southport on 2 December.
• Gateway by ICN - Brisbane 2032 Games Procurement Platform provides information for suppliers to register for procurement opportunities for the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
• Brisbane 2032 Games industry opportunities provides information on infrastructure procurement opportunities related to the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
• An introduction to Australian Government procurement for suppliers workshop free webinars provide tips and advice to better understand how to sell to the Australian Government.
• Building your best tender response (supplier workshop) will provide businesses with practical steps for developing stronger tender responses and build their understanding of the process for lodging a tender submission to the Australian Government. Free webinars on 2 December 2025 and 12 March 2026. 
• Major Project Status enables strategically significant projects facing complex regulatory challenges to get extra support and coordinated approvals.
• Regional Precincts and Partnerships Program offers funding of up to $50 million to deliver infrastructure projects within regional precincts in partnership with local stakeholders to benefit regional communities. Updated guidelines have extended the program to 30 June 2027.
• Key Apprenticeship Program offers up to $10,000 in financial support to apprentices commencing or recommencing their careers in the clean energy or housing construction sectors.
• Small Business Apprenticeship Pilot Program provides wage subsidies for first and second year construction apprentices.
• Supply chain development workshops assist businesses within regional supply chains to be more competitive in positioning for work opportunities. Topics include preparing effective capability statements, tendering for business including responding to nonprice criteria, contract management, and major project briefing events.
• BenchOn provides an Industry Matchmaking Platform that digitises business networks, to intelligently match supply and demand for Specialist Talent and Products, Materials and Services.
• Gateway by ICN online supply chain system allows suppliers to search for projects online and register interest directly.