Advance Notice - Technical Support Services (TSS) Panel Reset 2026
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About this tender
Overview This Advance Notice is provided by the Ministry of Defence (NZ) to inform the market of its intention to undertake a full reset of the Technical Support Services (TSS) Panel in 2026. The notice is provided to support early supplier awareness and planning. No response is required at this stage. Purpose The reset will be undertaken in alignment with: The New Zealand Government Procurement Rules (5th Edition), including updated requirements relating to panels and secondary procurement The release of the Defence Capability Plan (DCP) The New Zealand Defence Industry Strategy, supporting appropriate competition, supplier diversity, and domestic capability Enquiries Contact: TSS Acquisition Team Email: tss.acquisition@defence.govt.nz
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