The next reporting deadline is 1 October 2024.
News
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Spotlight on reporting – Agency reporting for October 2024
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Social Services Procurement Competency Assessment tool and Learning Pathways Guide
Several government agencies contract with providers to deliver support or services in communities. This can range from courses to help with budgeting, stopping smoking or family and whanau support.
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New All-of-Government creative and media services contract is now live
The new All-of-Government (AoG) creative and media services (CMS) contract went live on 31 July 2024. The initial term of the contract is two years, and it provides for three renewal terms of two years each.
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Request for Proposal - Insurance brokering services
New Zealand Government Procurement has released an open Request for Proposal (RFP) for Insurance brokering services with the intention to introduce agencies to the new panel of brokering experts in the first quarter of 2025. The RFP will close on Wednesday 14 August 2024.
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Automated templates – freeing up your time
Automated templates free up time and are live.
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A future direction for Procurement Graduate Programme
We’ve been working on how to deliver the Graduate programme in the future andare delighted to announce that EPS (Expert Procurement Solutions Limited), headed by Andrew McLean, will be working with us to deliver the graduate programme from August this year until 2026.
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New All-of-Government external legal services contract is now live
The new All-of-Government (AoG) external legal services (ELS) contract went live on 23 June 2024. The initial contract term is for 2 years (ending 30 June 2026) with two further rights of renewal of up to two years each.
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External Legal Services – new contract goes live 23 June
We're in the process of finalising contracts with our successful providers on the new All-of-Government (AoG) External legal services (ELS) provider panel.
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Advisory and Business Services – here to help
The Advisory and Business Services team within NZGP offers support to government agencies – from quick questions on procurement, through to supporting development of commercial strategies, and the go-to-market processes.
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Knowledge Hour recap – City Rail Link procurement project
For our first Knowledge Hour of the year, we were joined by City Rail Link (CRL)
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Spotlight on reporting – Agency reporting for March 2024
The next reporting deadline is 1 March 2024.
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FY23 government procurement insights released
Government procurement helps support wider social, economic, cultural and environmental outcomes, not just the purchase of goods and services.
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Highlights of the 2023 All-of-Government agency satisfaction survey
New Zealand Government Procurement scores 72% in agency satisfaction exceeding 70% target.
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Recapping our 2023 CoLab series
Procurement for the Future, our vision for government procurement, is all about working with suppliers and government agencies to improve the government procurement system.
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Automated templates – live
The trial phase of automated templates is now live on the New Zealand Government Procurement website.
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External Legal Service Request for Proposal live
New Zealand Government Procurement has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) through the Government Electronic Tender Service (GETS). The RFP gives respondents the opportunity to join the new All-of-Government (AoG) External Legal Services (ELS) provider panel. The RFP will close 2:00pm 22 November 2023.
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Notice of change to collaborative contracts (GST requirements)
We are amending a number of All-of-Government (AoG) contracts, along with a syndicated agreement, to reflect changes to the Goods and Services Tax Act 1985 (the Act).
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Request for Proposal for property consultancy services opens
The current property consultancy services (PCS) contract expires on 19 March 2024. Government Property Group (GPG) are returning to market for the new contract.
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ASB joins banking panel
We are pleased to confirm that ASB Bank Limited (ASB) has joined the All-of-Government (AoG) banking services panel.
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2023 Government procurement business survey is now open
Help us improve government procurement practices by taking part in the survey, which closes on Tuesday 19 September 2023.
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Living Wage increase from 1 September 2023
The Living Wage rate will increase again this year, from $23.65 to $26 per hour, from 1 September.
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New government procurement platform – next steps
ReadyTech has won the contract work on the design and discovery phase for the government procurement platform.
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Spotlight on reporting – Agency reporting for 2023
The next reporting deadline is 1 October 2023. Reporting is important because it improves the visibility of procurement data. It also supports the implementation of policies, and identifies and generates public value.
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Decision and summary on the sector leadership consultation
The consultation on sector leadership model closed in May 2023. We received feedback supporting the concept of sector leadership and many of its key features.
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We are hiring – come and work with us
New Zealand Government Procurement (NZGP) is currently recruiting. We are looking for people with a wide range of backgrounds and CVs. You’ll be part of the team delivering the government’s procurement for the future strategy.
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Register for our August CoLabs
If you’re an agency or a supplier, sign up for our CoLabs. The topics for August are next generation collaborative contracting, Document Builder and sector leadership.
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Guidance released for sourcing cloud services
New Zealand Government Procurement has released guidance to remind government departments and agencies to be fair to all suppliers when sourcing cloud services.
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Managing national security risks in procurement – Guidance released
Guidance on managing national security risks in public procurement has been released.
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Data and systems project update - GETS dashboard and what's next
New Zealand Government Procurement (NZGP) is on a journey to improve the visibility of procurement data.
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New Zealand signs free trade agreement with the European Union
The free trade agreement with the European Union (EU) gives New Zealand firms the opportunity to bid for EU government contracts.
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Contractor and consultant guidance
New Zealand Government Procurement (NZGP) has published contractor and consultant guidance to help government departments and agencies decide when to use contractors or consultants.
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Social services – delivering the social workers pay equity extension
Social workers, and those undertaking similar work, will receive pay equity.
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New All-of-Government banking services contract goes live
On 5 July, we launched the new All-of-Government (AoG) generation 2 banking services contract.
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Big Room Event for new government e-platform
Last month we ran a lean-agile procurement (LAP) process for a digital e-procurement platform. This approach changed the model from competitive to cooperative, says Senior Procurement Specialist Oscar Lloyd.
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PCI reporting date has changed to 1 November 2023
We’re moving the 2023 procurement capability index (PCI) reporting due date to 1 November 2023. The new deadline will give us more time to work with agencies to improve the PCI so that it’s fit for purpose and adds value to the procurement system.
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Sign up for our July CoLabs
If you work for an agency or supplier, sign up for our CoLabs to have your say on the three July topics.
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Launch of the new All-of-Government talent acquisition services
We’ve launched the new All-of-Government (AoG) talent acquisition services (TAS) contract. TAS offers agencies specialist recruitment services from a panel of experienced providers.
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Managing national security risks in procurement – New guidance
Managing national security risks in public procurement is an area of concern for the Government. We have been working with the Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet (DPMC) on this issue.
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Proposed change to Memorandums of Understanding relating to collaborative contracts
We’re proposing to change 18 agency Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs), relating to the procurement of common products and services under our collaborative contracts.
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Sign up for our June CoLabs
If you work for an agency or supplier, sign up for our CoLabs to have your say on the three June topics.
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New GETS dashboard goes live
A new GETS dashboard is now available on our website. You can compare government tenders (published on GETS) and key metrics such as tender responses and time taken to award.
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More May CoLabs: Collaborative contracting, data and new capabilities
May is a big month for procurement for the future’s system engagement. We’re running more CoLabs to help get more projects off the page and into action.
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Highlights from the procurement for the future March CoLabs
In March, we ran our first procurement for the future CoLabs. It was great to create a space where so many enthusiastic procurement professionals could come together.
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Updated threshold for approved sustainable building rating tools
As of 1 April 2023, the requirement to use an approved sustainable building rating tool applies to the construction of all new government owned non-residential building with an estimated capital value of $9 million and over.
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May CoLabs: Shape our strategic supplier and supply chain management strategies
This is another opportunity for agencies and suppliers to help us design the future of government procurement.
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Extension of consultation period on sector leadership model
We’ve extended the sector leadership consultation window by three weeks to 5 May, so more people can have their say.
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Government increases progressive procurement target following policy success
The cross-government progressive procurement target is increasing from 5% to 8% of government contracts to be awarded to Māori businesses.
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Michael Hiscox awarded CIPS fellowship
Our own Michael Hiscox has been recognised for his valuable contribution to the procurement and supply profession by CIPS – the world’s largest professional body for procurement and supply.
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Procurement for the future April concept labs
Join us for the latest in our ongoing series of procurement for the future collaboration events, this time focussing on procurement capability.
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New policy and guidance for managing cultural heritage places
Manatū Taonga Ministry for Culture and Heritage has refreshed the policy on how state sector agencies manage cultural heritage places.
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Consultation on sector leadership model
We’re seeking feedback on the proposed introduction of a sector leadership approach to how government manages procurement in key sectors.
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Procurement for the future March CoLabs
We’re hosting a series of design workshops called CoLabs to help us deliver the Government’s procurement for the future strategy.
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Cyclone Gabrielle – Emergency procurement guidance
In an emergency like a cyclone or a flood, agencies may not have to follow the usual procurement procedures. Agencies will need to be flexible in how they procure goods and services that are required for their response, and are permitted to forgo routine procurement procedures.
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Spotlight on reporting – Agency reporting for March 2023
The next reporting deadline is 1 March 2023.
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Supporting broader outcomes through new workplace and classroom furniture contract
Launched today, the new Government Property Group (GPG) workplace and classroom furniture contract, previously known as office furniture, goes live on 18 February 2023.
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Highlights of the 2022 All-of-Government agency satisfaction survey
We have achieved 70% agency satisfaction across the 20 All-of-Government (AoG) and two common capability contracts. This meets our target of 70% for agency satisfaction and is a slight decrease from last year’s 71%.
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Melanie Ahnau nominated for World CC Foundation’s Inspiring Women 2023
New Zealand Government Procurement’s Melanie Ahnau is the sole nominee from Aotearoa to be included in this prestigious list that celebrates women who have made significant achievements in commerce and contracting.
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New Zealand Procurement Excellence Forum – 2022 awards
Congratulations to all the winners in the New Zealand Procurement Excellence Forum’s annual awards. The depth of talent and professionalism was obviously evident in the approach of the winners, but across all the finalists.
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Waikato-Tainui and ACC – uniting to strengthen their community
Accident Compensation Corporation (ACC) are working in partnership with Tainui Group Holdings (TGH) and Waikato-Tainui to design their new office space in Kirikiriroa (Hamilton). Together, they’re designing a space that reflects the significance of the site and the community it serves.
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He Whenua Taurikura - National hui on countering terrorism and violent extremism
Key groups from across central and local government, civil society, and the private sector came together in November for He Whenua Taurikura, the national hui on countering terrorism and violent extremism.
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Increase your influence at work
Our popular Influencing in Action programme is back, starting 3 February 2023.
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More suppliers join the All-of-Government motor vehicles electric vehicles sub panel
The motor vehicles contract has added four new suppliers under the electric vehicles sub-panel.
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KiwiRail supplier relationship journey
Kriza Young, Procurement and Process Improvement Manager, KiwiRail, is passionate about supplier relationship management (SRM), the management of relationships between agencies and suppliers to deliver more value for government.
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A Request for Proposal for the All-of-Government talent acquisition services contract
A Request for Proposal (RFP) for the All-of-Government (AoG) talent acquisition services contract goes live on the GETS website on 21 October for seven weeks until 9 December 2022.
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A new evolution in government accommodation 8 Willis
Statistics New Zealand (Stats NZ) and the Ministry for the Environment’s (MfE) move into 8 Willis Street represents another evolution in shared accommodation for government agencies. This exciting new building subtly reflects the unique nature of each agency’s work while supporting their new partnership.
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Te Puna Hāpori – An iwi-led whānau and community wellbeing vision for Whanganui
Local iwi, Ministry of Justice (MoJ) and New Zealand Police along with the Whanganui Mayor have collaborated to develop Te Puna Hāpori, a shared vision of uniting the community to provide better social outcomes.
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New All-of-Government electricity contract launch
The new All-of-Government (AoG) electricity contract went live on 1 September 2022. The initial term for the new contract is three years, with two rights of renewal, each for three years.
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Request for Proposal for talent acquisition services paused
New Zealand Government Procurement is pausing the talent acquisition services Request for Proposal.
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New print technology and associated services contract launched
The new All-of-Government (AoG) print technology and associated services (PTAS) contract started on 11 September 2022.
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Living Wage rate increase from September 2022
The Living Wage rate is set to increase from $22.75 to $23.65 per hour from September this year.
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Fire and Emergency New Zealand completes Te Whānau Manaaki suite of learning
The Procurement Team at Fire and Emergency New Zealand (FENZ) recently celebrated the completion of the New Zealand Government Procurement (NZGP) Te Whānau Manaaki suite of learning courses.
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Spotlight on reporting – Agency reporting for October 2022
The next reporting deadline is 1 October 2022. All government procurement mandated agencies must complete this reporting.
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Talent acquisition services Request for Proposal
The external recruitment services (ERS) contract expires on 19 September 2023. The next generation of this All-of-Government (AoG) contract will be called talent acquisition services (TAS) to better represent the range of services government agencies require.
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Government Procurement Cabinet paper released
In June 2022 Cabinet considered and approved an important New Zealand Government Procurement paper, which has now been proactively released.
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Seismic guidance for government office accommodation
New seismic principles have been developed to help agencies make decisions about the seismic resilience of their portfolio and the continued occupation of buildings with low seismic ratings.
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Improving health and safety capability in your workplace
The Government Health and Safety lead (GHSL) joined us recently to discuss their role as the functional health and safety lead.
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New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) awards Maritime Fleet Sustainment Service contract – Hāpai Taua Manuao to Babcock New Zealand
New Zealand Government Procurement’s Commercial Pool works alongside existing government teams to support their important commercial projects.
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Open syndicated panel available to facilitate adoption of eInvoicing
Late last year the Ministry of Business, Innovation & Employment Hīkina Whakatutuki (MBIE) completed the procurement process for an eInvoicing open syndicated panel of access point providers.
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What eInvoicing means for government contracts
eInvoicing continues to be adopted across New Zealand with many businesses and the wider government sector progressively becoming enabled to send and receive eInvoices.
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Office furniture contract return to market
The Government Property Group (GPG) Common Capability office furniture contract has returned to market.
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Highlights of the 2021 All-of-Government agency satisfaction survey
We have achieved 71.2% agency satisfaction across the 20 All-of-Government (AoG) and two common capability contracts. This is a slight decrease from last year’s 72.9% year’s results but exceeds our target of 70% for agency satisfaction.
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MBIE and Government Property Group teams collaborate on Blue Mountains Campus lease
The New Zealand Government Property team has worked closely with the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment Hīkina Whakatutuki (MBIE) Property team to agree an initial 12-year lease between MBIE and developers Willis Bond.
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First stage of the requirement to use a sustainable building rating system has commenced
The Procurement guide to reducing carbon emissions in building and construction has been revised to include the requirement to use an approved sustainable building rating system for new government owned non-residential buildings from 1 April 2022.
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Great data – a road that will be more travelled
Liz Palmer, NZGP’s Director Enabling Services describes how great data, increased and shared transparency, and a roadmap towards automating data availability, will help support a better and brighter future of procurement.
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COVID-19 property update – for agencies
Here is the latest property-related information for government agencies.
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All-of-Government Banking services – Registration of Interest
The All-of-Government (AoG) banking services solution expires in June 2023, and a Registration of Interest (ROI) released today on GETS, represents the first step in a multi-phase procurement process.
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Implementing supplier relationship management toolkit
The supplier relationship management (SRM) toolkit introduces the key elements of supplier management and the value of implementing consistent and uniformed practices. Explore Part 2: Implementing the SRM toolkit.
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Procurement graduate programme - seeking expressions of interest from agencies
We welcomed nine new procurement graduates who started their two-year journey in the procurement graduate programme last week.
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Positioning procurement for the future – what is in a name?
The working title for the large programme of work that will position procurement for the future is Procurement 2.0. Some see it as a reset. The name is less important than the intention to collectively examine (and improve/elevate) the current government procurement system to meet future economic, social and environmental challenges.
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Managing suppliers under the significant service contracts framework
You can have better visibility of your strategic suppliers and highlight risks in supply chains, if you combine reporting on significant service contracts with supplier segmentation.
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Highlights of the 2021 Government Property Group agency satisfaction survey
A huge thanks to everyone who took the time to respond to our 2021 Government Property Group (GPG) agency satisfaction survey. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts with us.
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Positioning procurement for the future
A virtual meeting of over 250 government agency staff discussed the opportunity to shape the culture of government procurement to one that delivers outcomes that benefit New Zealanders.
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Protecting our crowded places from attack – New Zealand’s strategy
New Zealand is not immune to acts of terrorism. The Christchurch terror attack in 2019 and the recent attack in Auckland on 3 September 2021 shows that a consistent approach to protecting our crowded places is needed.
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Contract management guidance for government agencies requiring COVID-19 vaccinations for access to their premises
New Zealand has moved from an elimination strategy to one of minimise and protect. The Government has introduced a new COVID-19 Protection Framework (traffic light system) to replace the Alert Level system.
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COVID-19 procurement update – for agencies
Here is the latest procurement-related information for government agencies.
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Supplier management toolkits
We have recently published supplier management toolkits and guidance as part of the supplier management programme.
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Hīkina learning platform has been updated
Hīkina, the learning platform for New Zealand Government Procurement and Government Property Group, continues to provide quality online training for government procurement and property professionals.
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New providers for the advertising and design services panels
The All-of-Government (AoG) advertising services and design services panel refresh is now complete, and we have added 111 new providers across the two contracts.
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Sustainable building standards for new government owned non-residential buildings
In support of the Carbon Neutral Government Programme (CNGP), Cabinet has agreed that procurement mandated agencies use an approved sustainable building rating system for new government owned non-residential buildings from 1 April 2022.
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Construction Sector Accord publishes new broader outcomes guidance
The Construction Sector Accord has published new guidance to help government buyers and industry suppliers apply broader outcomes in construction procurement.
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Construction Sector Accord: Launch of NZS 3910 construction contract review
A review of New Zealand’s most commonly used construction contract – NZS 3910 – seeks a reduction in the use of special conditions, increased transparency on risk and easier documentation.
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Improving accessibility in the workplace
A drive to create a better public service for New Zealanders means we are making our services accessible to all.
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Minimum living wage for public service department cleaners, caterers and security guards
From 1 December 2021, the core public service departments and departmental agencies are directed to implement a minimum living wage rate for cleaners, caterers and security guards for new or renegotiated service contracts.
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New All-of-Government IT hardware contract launched
The new All-of-Government (AoG) IT hardware solution is launched and the contract goes live on 23 November 2021.
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Resetting the government procurement system
Government procurement in New Zealand is operating in a complex environment.
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Property consultancy services agreement extension
The term of the current Common Capability property consultancy services agreement expires in March 2022.
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Creating employment opportunities through government procurement
From 1 October 2021 government agencies must consider how they can create quality employment opportunities through their procurement activities and monitor them in government contracts.
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Change to All-of-Government Memorandums of Understanding
Sixteen All-of-Government (AoG) Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) have been changed to allow us to share school spend data with the Ministry of Education’s Schools Buying team.
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All-of-Government IT hardware contract extended
The current All-of-Government (AoG) IT hardware contract has been extended until 22 November 2021.
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Spotlight on reporting – changes to the upcoming reporting deadlines
With the recent changes in COVID-19 alert levels and the additional pressures on agencies, we’ve made some changes to the upcoming reporting deadlines.