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Hokianga Link Public Transport Service - Request for Quotes

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Tender Closed
RFx ID : 33605454
Tender Name : Hokianga Link Public Transport Service - Request for Quotes
Reference # :
Open Date : Monday, 2 March 2026 9:00 AM (Pacific/Auckland UTC+13:00)
Close Date  : Tuesday, 31 March 2026 5:00 PM (Pacific/Auckland UTC+13:00)
Tender Type : Request for Quotations (RFQ)
Tender Coverage : Sole Agency  [?]
Categories :
  • 78110000 - Passenger transport
Regions:
  • Northland
Exemption Reason : 3. Only one supplier
Required Pre-qualifications : None
Contact : Rachel Pinn
rachel@rachelpinnconsultants.com
027 324 8136
Alternate Physical Delivery Address  : ATTN NRC Transport Team, 36 Water Street, Whangarei 0110
Alternate Physical Fax Number  :
Agency Address :
Overview

Northland Regional Council is seeking quotes from suitably qualified transport operators to deliver the Hokianga Link public transport service. The service provides scheduled passenger transport between key communities in the Hokianga area.

This RFQ outlines the service requirements, performance expectations, and contractual obligations. Respondents must complete the RFQ Response Form and provide all requested information.

The contract is expected to commence on 2 June 2026 following evaluation and negotiation.

All communication regarding this RFQ must be submitted through GETS.

RFx Outcome

This tender has been awarded. Total spend value $ 51,867.

  • Ritchies Transport - 572 Swanson Road, Swanson, Auckland, 0781, NEW ZEALAND

Exemption under rule: 3. Only one supplier

Further Award Information:
Two conforming quotes were received for the Hokianga Link public transport service. Ritchies Transport submitted the lowest conforming quote and met all RFQ requirements within the approved budget. Ritchies demonstrated the required capability, fleet availability, and operational readiness to deliver the service. The supplier market for rural public transport in this area is extremely limited, and the submitted price represents value for money for a lifeline service. The contract is awarded to Ritchies Transport at an annual value of $51,867.

Award Date: Wednesday, 15 April 2026 (Pacific/Auckland UTC+12:00)
Date RFx was completed/updated: Wednesday, 15 April 2026 5:06 PM (Pacific/Auckland UTC+12:00)