RPAS (Remotely Piloted Aircraft System) replacement and maintenance services

Details

RFx ID :	34977310
Tender Name :	RPAS (Remotely Piloted Aircraft System) replacement and maintenance services
Reference # :	TN/27/06
Open Date :	Monday, 21 September 2026 9:00 AM (Pacific/Auckland UTC+12:00)
Close Date  :	Friday, 16 October 2026 12:00 PM (Pacific/Auckland UTC+13:00)
Tender Type :	Request for Proposals (RFP)
Tender Coverage :	Sole Agency  [?]
Categories :	46000000 - Defense and Law Enforcement and Security and Safety Equipment and Supplies 92000000 - National Defense and Public Order and Security and Safety Services
Regions:	New Zealand
Exemption Reason :	None
Required Pre-qualifications :	None
Contact :	Deborah Kirk 021840704
Alternate Physical Delivery Address  :
Alternate Physical Fax Number  :

Police is seeking proposals for the supply, servicing and maintenance of its RPAS fleet. The RPAS fleet is a critical operational capability supporting frontline policing, tactical operations, search and rescue, crime scene management, intelligence gathering, and public safety activities nationwide. Police is seeking a long-term partner to provide reliable, RPAS solutions and maintenance services that will support operational requirements over the next 5 to 6 years and beyond.

We are looking for suppliers who can provide:
• A range of enterprise-grade RPAS suitable for law enforcement operations.
• Manufacturer-authorised servicing, repair and maintenance services.
• Reliable access to parts, technical support and replacement equipment.
• Strong local support capability within New Zealand or Australia.
• Solutions that support operational requirements such as thermal imaging, mapping, live streaming, situational awareness and intelligence gathering.
• A collaborative partnership focused on reliability, innovation, performance and whole-of-life value.

Respondents must meet the mandatory preconditions noted in the RFP.

Documentation can be obtained via email. The email address is: tenders.national@police.govt.nz