INCREASING ACCESS FOR NEW ZEALAND BUSINESSES
The Government Procurement Rules support sustainable and inclusive procurement through the promotion of good practices for procurement planning, approaching the supplier community and contracting.
A key focus of the Rules is the importance of open competition – giving all businesses the chance to participate, and giving them enough time to respond to opportunities properly. They also help to align New Zealand procurement practices with international best practices, encourage more strategic procurement approaches, foster competition and innovation, resulting in better solutions, and promote broader environmental, social, cultural and economic outcomes.
Increasing access for New Zealand businesses refers to identifying opportunities for New Zealand suppliers, including Māori, Pasifika, digital and regional suppliers, to be involved.
Amotai
We are excited to be a member of Amotai, which connects buyers with over 1,800 verified Māori and Pasifika-owned businesses across Aotearoa. This partnership enhances supplier diversity in industries such as construction, professional services, technology, and retail. Amotai facilitates meaningful connections between businesses and government organisations, helping to unlock procurement opportunities. Through our membership, we are dedicated to supporting Māori and Pasifika economies and ensuring that diversity remains central to our procurement strategy.
Onehunga Zero Waste Partnership
We are proud to collaborate with the Onehunga Community Recycling Centre as part of an Auckland Council project to salvage and deconstruct materials from 90 houses. Through this partnership, we support local suppliers and ensure valuable resources are recycled and repurposed within the community.
By carefully deconstructing materials, we help minimise waste, promote sustainability, and provide upcycled materials for local use. Our collaboration not only reduces the environmental impact of demolition but also fosters a circular economy by giving new life to materials that would otherwise be discarded.
