New Zealand Contracts Directory: Who Qualifies and What You Get
Public sector agencies can use this directory to find and view existing All-of-Government contracts.
The New Zealand Contracts Directory is a central resource designed to provide visibility into existing All-of-Government (AoG) contracts.
Who it's for
This directory is intended for use by public sector agencies. It is a tool specifically designed to help these organizations navigate the complexities of national procurement frameworks and ensure they are following the correct sourcing rules.
What you get
The primary benefit of this directory is visibility into existing All-of-Government (AoG) contracts. By using this directory, procurement professionals can see what national contracts are currently in place. This helps in managing the lifecycle of public sector contracts and improves how agencies engage with vendors by using established, national-level agreements rather than starting new processes from scratch.
What it costs you
There is no direct monetary fee to access the information provided in the directory. However, there is an administrative requirement: you must obtain the necessary internal agency access permissions. You will need to work within your own organization's protocols to ensure you have the correct authority and credentials to view these specific contract details.
The catch to know
The most important thing to keep in mind is that agencies are often mandated to use All-of-Government (AoG) contracts if an existing contract exists for the category you are looking to procure. This means you cannot always choose to negotiate a private contract if a national agreement is already active for those specific goods or services.
How to apply
- Confirm that you are a member of a qualifying public sector agency.
- Coordinate with your internal department to secure the required access permissions for the directory.
- Use your organization's credentials to access the directory and search for the relevant contract category.