The Christchurch Men's Prison (CMP) Redevelopment will provide a new prison, which is expected to provide 1,020 new prison beds.
The CMP Redevelopment is being delivered over four phases:
- Phase One: Will include the delivery of 240 prison beds and has an indicative capital cost of between $700 million to $800 million.
- Phase Two: Will include the delivery of 240 prison beds and has an indicative capital cost of between $700 million to $800 million.
- Phase Three and Four: Will include the delivery of 540 prison beds, with costs and timelines yet to be announced.
Phases One and Two are being delivered as a Public Private Partnership, with the successful proponent responsible for the design, construction, finance and maintenance of both phases for a 25-year term.
Key Dates
| May 2025 | EOIs Open |
| Jun 2025 | EOIs Close |
| Aug 2025 | Expected Shortlisted Bidders Announced |
| Sep 2025 | Expected RFP Open |
| Dec 2025 | Expected RFP Close |
| Mar 2026 | Expected Preferred Bidder Selection |
| Jul 2026 | Expected Financial Close: Phase One |
| Dec 2029 | Expected Operations Commencement: Phase One |
| Aug 2032 | Expected Operations Commencement: Phase Two |
Procurement
| Procuring Agency: | New Zealand Department of Corrections |
| Procurement note: | The contract will be delivered as an Availability-based Public Private Partnership to design, construct, finance, and provide maintenance services for both phases over a 25-year concession period. The Department of Corrections will retain responsibility for custodial services. |
PROJECT HISTORY
| Feb 2025 | The NZ Government hosted a market briefing on the project outlining the four phases of the Programme, estimated costs and procurement and delivery timelines. The brief also confirmed that the project will be delivered through a Public Private Partnership. |
| Mar 2025 | The NZ Government announced that between NZ$700 million and NZ$800 million in funding will be allocated to the project in the 2025-26 Budget for Phase One. |
| May 2025 | The NZ Department of Corrections called for Expressions of Interest for the design, construction, financing and maintenance for Phase One and Two of the Christchurch Men's Prison Redevelopment Programme, closing 25 June. |
Sector
Social
Procurement approach
Confirmed PPP |
Location
New Zealand |
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