Local Buy Contract Update


Library Resources:  Goods, Services & Associated Technologies LB284 and its replacement Library Resources:  Goods, Services & Associated Technologies LB338

As you would be aware, Local Buy works collaboratively with the Queensland Public Libraries Association (QPLA) and Libraries directly throughout the State, to provide a comprehensive and value-adding Register of Pre-Qualified Supplier panel arrangement.  Their arrangements for this meet the legislative requirements of the Local Government Act 2009 and Financial Regulations 2012, therefore streamlining procurement solutions and processes for Queensland and Northern Territory council library Purchasers. 

The outgoing arrangement LB284 that you would be familiar with will expire on 17 November 2024.  This Arrangement will be replaced with LB338 from 1 November 2024.  The new arrangement includes additional key suppliers and modernised categories.   

For further information on how this might impact current and future contracts with your suppliers, please reach out to Daniel O’Donnell – Local Buy Category Manager for Libraries via DODonnell@localbuy.net.au   or  0437 650 136

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