New Zealand·Buyer: Ministry of Defence

Polar Patrol Uncrewed Aerial System

Open for bids·5 Oct 2026

This is a Request for Tender published by the New Zealand Ministry of Defence. Following the earlier Advance Notice, the Ministry is seeking to procure a polar-capable uncrewed aerial system (UAS) package to enhance the ability of HMNZS Aotearoa to undertake patrols and monitor activity in the Southern Ocean. Please note the Ministry is hosting an online Industry Briefing and details with instruction for registering to this briefing in the RFT Part One document. . Please also note that Contract Compliance Martix will be uploaded as addenda in the next few days.

Published

05.10.2026

Open for bids

05.10.2026

Deadline

08.11.2026

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