Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) and the Australian Peak Shippers Association (APSA) has been notified by the Department of infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts (the Department) of the Strategic Fleet Pilot Program Request for Tender (RFT) which was released on AusTender today (6 September 2024).
The DITRDCA is seeking proposals from commercial vessel operators to be part of a pilot program. The pilot program will involve three privately-owned vessels operating on a commercial basis for five years, with the ability to be requisitioned by the Commonwealth during times of need, such as national emergencies or natural disasters.
DITRDCA will hold an industry briefing session online at 2pm (AEST) on 19 September for interested participants. Register your interest in attending the session here.
Tenders for the pilot will close on 29 November 2024, with all required tender documents available on AusTender.
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Further information on the Strategic Fleet Taskforce is available via the department website HERE.
Tom Jensen - Head of International Freight & Logistics - FTA / APSA
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