Car subscription provider Karmo has been approved as a pre-qualified supplier under the Queensland Government’s Local Buy program, becoming the first company to offer fleet subscription services to councils, education institutions and state departments without requiring traditional tender processes.
The Brisbane-based company is now listed in the Fleet Management Solutions (LB339) category, marking a significant expansion of flexible vehicle access options for Queensland government organisations.
“This is a major milestone for Karmo and an exciting step forward for the future of fleet management in Queensland,” said Nick Boucher, CEO and Co-Founder of Karmo.
The Local Buy program streamlines procurement for Queensland Government departments, councils and education organisations by connecting them directly with pre-approved suppliers that meet strict standards for capability, compliance and financial stability.
Through the approval, eligible organisations can now engage Karmo directly, bypassing lengthy procurement processes while maintaining full compliance through Local Buy’s pre-qualification system.
Streamlined government procurement
The approval offers several benefits for Local Buy users, including streamlined procurement without open tender requirements, compliance and risk reduction through rigorous supplier vetting, and cost and time efficiency by avoiding independent tender processes.
Government organisations can also access flexible fleet solutions that reduce capital expenditure and support sustainability goals, while benefiting from support for regional procurement aligned with Queensland Government policies.
The subscription model allows councils to scale their fleet up or down, reduce core fleet size, improve utilisation and trial electric vehicles without residual risk, while avoiding financing constraints or long lead times.
“Government and local organisations can now access our subscription model easily and with confidence, knowing we are a pre-qualified supplier,” Boucher said.
“While councils can still run a tender or EOI process if they wish, our pre-qualification helps streamline procurement, reduce costs, improve utilisation, and support sustainability goals, all without the usual administrative burden.”
Sales Director Craig Corrigan said Local Buy recognised the value of subscription-based fleet models and added a new ‘Subscription’ category following discussions with Karmo.
“It’s a strong sign that flexible fleet access is becoming an essential part of how organisations, including the government, think about mobility,” Corrigan said.
The approval strengthens Karmo’s position as a trusted provider for government and local organisations across Queensland, with the company continuing to expand its customer base nationwide through partnerships across corporate, fleet and novated leasing sectors.
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