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Government to save $18.5 million on vehicles

02 Sep 2010

Source: beehive.govt.nz

Minister for Economic Development Gerry Brownlee today announced the awarding of the first all-of-government contracts for passenger vehicles.

The contracts will save the taxpayer $18.5 million over the next five years, as government agencies get better value and efficiency from the way they plan, buy, service and utilise their passenger vehicle fleets.

"The government is getting serious about using procurement to increase efficiency and save money for taxpayers," Mr Brownlee said.

"The vehicle contracts will save $18.5 million - around 8 per cent - on current vehicle expenditure, while improving safety and environmental standards."

A panel of different suppliers will ensure that agencies have plenty of choice. The first three contracts have been signed with Hyundai, Mitsubishi and Toyota.  Up to seven additional suppliers may shortly join the panel.

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