Devonport Small Boats Facility

Advance notice — not yet open for submissionsExpected tender release: 02 October 2026 — indicative and subject to change

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Overview The New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) wishes to appoint a Main Contractor with the ability to deliver the Devonport Small Boats Facility Project at the Devonport Naval Base. About This project is part of a large programme of works being delivered by NZDF over the next decade as part of the Future Naval Base (FNB) programme. Scope Delivery of the Devonport Small Boats Facility Project at the Devonport Naval Base

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