Project

Waikato Water Supply Programme

PROJECT STATUS
Under Procurement
Waikato Water Supply Programme

The WWSP will deliver a number of upgrades to Auckland's water supply. The full scope of the programme comprises: 

  • a new 150-MLD water treatment plant
  • a new 50-megalitre reservoir at Pukekohe West
  • a 50-kilometre pipeline, including the crossing of the Manukau Harbour, and
  • three additional pumps and sand separators for the raw water intake.

Key Dates

Sep 2026 ROIs Open
Oct 2026 ROIs Close
Apr 2028 Expected Construction Commencement
Dec 2033 Expected Construction Completion

Procurement

Procuring Agency: Watercare

PROJECT HISTORY

Aug 2026 Watercare issued an advanced notice of procurement for the project.
Sep 2026 Registrations of Interest opened for the project.
Estimated Total Cost
(2026)
Sector
Water & Sewerage
Procurement approach
Alliance |
Location
New Zealand |
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