In brief
- Bids close 25 November 2026 on AusTender
- Defence has 15,670 contracts worth A$28.24 billion in 2026
- Past suppliers: FMS A$72.79b, ASC A$21.02b, DMOJSF A$17.59b
The Department of Defence is seeking a deployable containerised ammunition inspection and repackaging capability, with bids due by 25 November, according to a notice on AusTender.
The RFP calls for a deployable or vehicle-portable containerised workspace to support authorised inspection, safety classification and repackaging of land munitions outside fixed depot infrastructure. The capability will reduce reliance on rear-area facilities and enable ammunition assurance at the point of need.
GovMarket data shows Defence has signed 15,670 contracts worth A$28.24 billion so far in 2026.
In this category, previous suppliers include FMS Account Reserve Bank of Australia (A$72.79 billion), ASC (A$21.02 billion) and DMOJSF Official Australian Account PSFD (A$17.59 billion) in GovMarket records.
The procurement is a Request for Proposal, not a panel. It was published on 30 October and closes on 25 November.
Key facts
* 2026 so far
| Year | Value | Contracts |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $24.35bn | 20297 |
| 2022 | $35.59bn | 15630 |
| 2023 | $55.11bn | 19814 |
| 2024 | $17.59bn | 14550 |
| 2025 | $35.27bn | 21818 |
| 2026 | $28.24bn | 15670 |
Who this buyer has used for this work
Written from published notices and GovMarket contract records. Totals cover GovMarket records, which start at different dates for each source.
