Open government and public tenders
Find open Australian and New Zealand tenders by state, then write a winning response with Scryve.
Find open Australian and New Zealand tenders by state, then write a winning response with Scryve.
Find open Australian and New Zealand tenders by state, then write a winning response with Scryve.
This Tender is invited by the Issuer. The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) Public Safety Mobile Broadband (PSMB) Taskforce is preparing an Approach to Market (ATM) to establish a National PSMB Capability. The capability will: Deliver a dedicated, secure mobile broadband network for public safety agencies (PSAs) Enable interoperable voice, video, and data communications nationwide Provide real-time data, analytics, and situational awareness Improve emergency response coordination and outcomes Address limitations of Land Mobile Radio (LMR), particularly limited data services Conditions of Participation Sellers engaged through this RFQ will be excluded from participating in, submitting a response to, or being considered under the main approach to market process for the PSMB Capability, including as subcontractors Submission constitutes acceptance of this restriction Requirement NEMA requires Technical Assurance Services to support ATM planning and delivery, including expertise in: Telecommunications technologies, standards, and regulation Commonwealth procurement and contracting The Seller will assist in reviewing and finalising ATM documentation and supporting the broader procurement lifecycle. Scope of Work ATM Planning and Readiness Review draft SoR, SoW, and supporting artefacts Assess ATM readiness and develop a plan to finalise documentation Address gaps, structure, and telecom-specific technical, programmatic, and commercial elements Review and Gap Analysis Assess completeness and accuracy of: PSMB scope and ATM strategy High-level user requirements Delivery/operating models Technical architecture (mobile, satellite, core, deployable) Implementation/integration approaches Work packages and schedule Technical Assurance Report Produce a report outlining: Methodology, findings, and recommendations Gaps, unclear requirements, and areas needing technical clarity ATM Preparation Workplan Develop a workplan to: Address identified gaps, risks, and issues Refine requirements, scope, delivery and operating models Align requirements to work packages Finalise ATM documentation Ongoing Technical Assurance Provide expert advice on: Telecom systems, standards, and integration Mobile/satellite networks, performance, security Public safety capabilities (e.g. 3GPP MCX) Program delivery and commercial considerations Procurement Support Contribute to ATM materials, including: Technical/programmatic requirements Work package design and alignment SoR, SoW, and technical guidance Evaluation frameworks (technical and commercial) Strategic and Stakeholder Support Contribute to the following: Support engagement with State, Territory, Commonwealth, and industry stakeholders Provide strategic advice on Mobile Network Operator (MNO) engagement Participate in/lead working groups Optional Activities Provide support for Support ATM evaluation Provide technical input to contract negotiations Seller Capability Requirements The Seller must demonstrate: Expertise in telecommunications regulation and standards Experience in public safety communications programs Understanding of Australian MNO operations Knowledge of multi-vendor, multi-network integration Ability to operate in a fast-paced, evolving program environment
A strong tender response is clear, compliant, and backed by evidence. These steps apply to most Australian and New Zealand public tenders.
Open the official listing and download the full tender pack. Note the response schedules, evaluation criteria, mandatory conditions, and the exact closing time and lodgement method.
Check licences, insurances, certifications, and any conformance requirements before you commit. A quick bid or no-bid decision saves days of wasted effort on a tender you cannot win.
Respond to each evaluation criterion directly and back your claims with concrete examples, referees, and past performance. Address the buyer’s stated need, not a generic capability statement.
Submit through the source portal well before the deadline. Late or incorrectly lodged bids are almost always rejected, so leave time for uploads, portal errors, and last-minute questions.
