Bay of Plenty Regional Council Seeks Constructed Wetlands Design and Implementation Panel

In accordance with its 2024-2034 Long Term Plan, Bay of Plenty Regional Council (BOPRC) is seeking to build constructed wetlands across the region, for the enhancement of water quality, the restoration of native biodiversity, sequestration of carbon and provision for cultural practices. This work will be on-going over a ten-year period, with an initial term of four years.

We are seeking to establish a small panel of suppliers who can identify appropriate sites and deliver the design and implementation of constructed wetlands that maximise nitrogen removal, as well as complimentary benefits in ecology, provision for cultural practices and carbon sequestration. We may also require support with supervising construction of these wetlands and developing monitoring and maintenance plans.

BOPRC are seeking suppliers who have the capability and capacity to design and implement constructed wetlands. Suppliers will need to demonstrate that they have the experience and expertise to measure and account for the environmental gains made by constructing wetlands which is critical for this project. This includes nutrient accounting, natural capital accounting, and carbon sequestration.

We would like to engage Companies that have an office based locally in the Bay of Plenty Region. To ensure the highest level of collaboration and project oversight, we have decided to work with companies that have a lead project manager based in the Bay of Plenty. This is crucial for maintaining effective communication, timely decision-making, and local expertise, which are essential for the success of our projects.