Consultation Paper - Travel and Procurement Payment Services for the Australian Government

Advance notice — not yet open for submissionsExpected tender release: 16 October 2026 — indicative and subject to change

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Overview The Department of Finance has released a Consultation Paper on Travel and Procurement Payment Services for the Australian Government, seeking input from industry and other stakeholders on the proposed approach to market for the retender of this arrangement. About The current Travel and Procurement Payment Services Deed for the Australian Government arrangement is due to expire on 31 December 2027. The Department of Finance has commenced consultation activities to inform the retender of this arrangement. Purpose Finance is seeking input from industry and other stakeholders regarding the proposed approach to market. Feedback received through this consultation will be reviewed and considered by Finance to inform the development of the approach to market. Information Requested Attachment A of the Consultation Paper includes a number of discussion topics with background information and designated sections for responses. Interested parties are invited to provide feedback on any or all of the topics presented. Enquiries Contact: Request Manager Email: travelandprocurementcards@finance.gov.au

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