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The New Zealand government has announced it will replace the Mercedes-Benz Unimog trucks in its domestic Garrison and Training Support vehicle fleet.
NZ Defence issued a request for proposals from industry to find the replacements under a “Supply of a Medium Class 2 Truck Capability” announcement on 24 June.
The open invitation allows respondents to submit proposals for the supply of a Medium Class 2 truck capability of a minimum of 45 Class 2 trucks, troop-carrying (or personnel) pods, and full maintenance, training and support services.
“This capability will replace the current ageing Mercedes-Benz Unimog truck fleet and will provide support to domestic Defence activities in camps and bases as well as Training and Humanitarian and Disaster Relief (HADR) activities. As such, the capability will need to meet requirements for cargo and personnel transportation across both formed and unformed roads,” NZ Defence said.
“The capability will be distributed across multiple camps and bases across New Zealand and so it is expected that support solutions will also be available across these regions.
“Respondents are to note that, subject to funding approval, future tranches are likely to purchase additional trucks and services with the successful supplier.”
It’s understood that the trucks are not intended for offshore operations.
