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Fuel Security Technical Assistance
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Tender Closed
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| RFx ID : | 34431885 |
| Tender Name : | Fuel Security Technical Assistance |
| Reference # : |
WPG-0105435
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| Open Date : | Wednesday, 29 April 2026 9:00 AM (Pacific/Auckland UTC+12:00) |
| Close Date : | Friday, 26 June 2026 5:00 PM (Pacific/Auckland UTC+12:00) |
| Department/Business Unit : | Crown Funding |
| Tender Type : | Award Notice (AN) |
| Tender Coverage : | Sole Agency [?] |
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| Regions: | N/A |
| Exemption Reason : | Other Exemption |
| Justification : | Opt Out - International development assistance - Rule 11 Appendix 1 (7) |
| Required Pre-qualifications : | None |
| Contact : |
Lisa Julian commercial@mfat.govt.nz . |
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Justification and compliance
This procurement is exempt under the International Development Assistance (IDA) opt-out rule as it supports bilateral and diplomatic assistance delivered in response to formal requests from Pacific partner governments. The engagement provides specialised fuel security and policy advice through government-to-government cooperation, consistent with MFAT’s development objectives and development assistance mandate. Market testing confirmed that the capability required is highly specialised, with very limited suppliers able to combine deep liquid fuels expertise, Pacific experience, established government relationships, and rapid mobilisation. Direct sourcing therefore supports timely, effective delivery of partner-led assistance and is considered appropriate under the IDA exemption.
Value for money
Direct sourcing is considered to provide better value for money than a full competitive process given the limited specialist market and the time and cost that would be required for alternative suppliers to develop equivalent contextual knowledge and delivery readiness. Proposed rates are generally comparable with relevant AOG consultancy benchmarks. When quality, timeliness, risk, and development outcomes are taken into account, direct sourcing represents the most efficient and effective procurement approach.
This tender has been awarded to:
- Envisory Limited - Level 13 Equinox House, 222 Lambton Quay, Wellington, 6011, NEW ZEALAND
Exemption under rule: Other Exemption - Opt Out - International development assistance - Rule 11 Appendix 1 (7)
Further Award Information:
What have we purchased:
MFAT has procured specialised technical advisory services to support Pacific partner governments in addressing fuel security challenges and responding to fuel price volatility and supply disruptions. The services provide targeted policy, economic, and fuel sector advice to inform government decision-making, strengthen institutional capability, and support the development and implementation of appropriate fuel security responses.
The advisory services are tailored to the specific needs and priorities of individual Pacific governments and are delivered in response to formal government requests conveyed through New Zealand Posts. Support is provided remotely or in-country as required and focuses on practical, context-specific advice that strengthens government planning, policy development, and resilience.
Justification:
This procurement is exempt under the International Development Assistance (IDA) opt-out rule as it supports bilateral and diplomatic assistance delivered in response to formal requests from Pacific partner governments. The engagement provides specialised fuel security and policy advice through government-to-government cooperation, consistent with MFAT’s development objectives and development assistance mandate. Market testing confirmed that the capability required is highly specialised, with very limited suppliers able to combine deep liquid fuels expertise, Pacific experience, established government relationships, and rapid mobilisation.
Procurement type:
Direct source Non-Panel
Contract term:
Contract term: The initial contract term is 13.5 months.
Rights of renewal: The parties may extend the contract for additional periods of 6 months and a further 6 months, for a maximum total contract term of 25.5 months.
Award Date: Wednesday, 27 May 2026 (Pacific/Auckland UTC+12:00)
Date RFx was completed/updated: Monday, 6 July 2026 1:10 PM (Pacific/Auckland UTC+12:00)
