The following list of projects being planned is provided for planning purposes only. It does not represent a solicitation or constitute a request for proposal, nor is it a commitment to procure any described services. The scale, scope and focus of any proposed project may change at any time and is subject to formal approval by the Australian and partner Governments. This information is subject to delays, revision or cancellation. Please email supplier.engagement@dfat.gov.au if you have any questions.

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As at 10 March 2023

DFAT-302: Samoa Parliament Legislative Assembly Office Construction Project

The shortlisted organisations are (in alphabetical order): Manteena Security, Reeves International, and The Fletcher Construction Company. DFAT anticipates releasing the request for tender to shortlisted organisations in mid-2023.

DFAT-336: PNG Incentive Fund - Phase 5

The request for expressions of interest closed on 28 November 2022. The shortlisted organisations are (in alphabetical order): DT Global, GHD, Johnstaff, Palladium, and Tetra Tech. The request for tender to shortlisted organisations closes on 21 March 2023.

DFAT-358: Australia Awards Climate Change Short Courses (AACCSC)

The request for expressions of interest closed on 3 November 2022. The shortlisted organisations are (in alphabetical order): The Australian National University, Curtin University, Deakin University, Griffith University, Monash University, Queensland University of Technology, The University of Adelaide, The University of Melbourne, The University of Queensland, University of the Sunshine Coast and University of Sydney. The request for tender to shortlisted organisations closed on 1 March 2023 and DFAT is evaluating responses.

DFAT-360: Australia Awards Papua New Guinea

The request for expression of interest closed on 6 February 2023 and DFAT is evaluating responses.

DFAT-361: Papua New Guinea Australia Transport Sector Support Program Phase 3

DFAT released an approach to the market through a two-step procurement process on AusTender on 23 February 2023. The request for Expressions of Interest closes on 20 March 2023.

DFAT-362: Philippines Justice Cooperation Program

The request for expressions of interest closed 28 November 2022. The shortlisted organisations are (in alphabetical order): American Bar Association Rule of Law Initiative, Ernst & Young, Tetra Tech, and The Asia Foundation. DFAT anticipates releasing the request for tender to shortlisted organisations in March 2023 following collaborative events.

DFAT-363: Pacific Engagement Visa support project

The request for expressions of interest closes on 31 January 2023 and DFAT is evaluating responses. The shortlisted organisations are (in alphabetical order): Iconinc Holdings,  International Crossover, and Palladium International. DFAT anticipates releasing the request for tender to shortlisted organisations in March 2023 following collaborative events.

DFAT-364: Australia Solomon Islands Program Support Facility

The request for expressions of interest closed on 27 January 2023. The shortlisted organisations are (in alphabetical order): Abt Associates, DT Global, and Tetra Tech. DFAT anticipates releasing the request for tender to shortlisted organisations in March 2023 following collaborative events.

DFAT-365: Solomon Islands Strongim Bisnis

The request for expressions of interest closed on 17 January 2023. The shortlisted organisations are (in alphabetical order): Abt Associates, Adam Smith International, Palladium and Tetra Tech. DFAT anticipates releasing the request for tender to shortlisted organisations in March 2023 following collaborative events.

DFAT-366: Pacific Australia Labour Mobility (PALM) Scheme Support Facility

DFAT anticipates approaching the market through a two-step procurement process on AusTender in mid-2023.

DFAT-367: Australia Cambodia Cooperation for Equitable Sustainable Services - Phase II (ACCESS II)

The request for expressions of interest closed on 9 February 2023. The shortlisted organisations are Abt Associates, Cowater, DT Global and Tetra Tech. DFAT anticipates releasing the request for tender to shortlisted organisations in March 2023 following collaborative events.

DFAT-370: Australia Awards Africa

DFAT released an approach to the market through a one-step procurement process on AusTender on 17 February 2023. The request for tender closes on 27 March 2023.

DFAT-371: Climate Resilient Communities

DFAT anticipates approaching the market through a two-step procurement process on AusTender in March 2023.

DFAT-372: Aus4ASEAN Futures Initiative

DFAT anticipates approaching the market through a two-step procurement process on AusTender in March 2023.

DFAT-374: Sri Lanka Facility

DFAT anticipates approaching the market through a two-step process on AusTender in May-June 2023.

DFAT-375: Strengthening Institutional Relationships in Southeast Asia through Government-to-Government Partnerships

The requests for expressions of interest was released on AusTender 08 March 2023 and closes on 03 April 2023.

DFAT-377: Kiribati Education Program

DFAT anticipates approaching the market through a two-step process on AusTender in March-April 2023.