Congratulations to all the teams who have secured one of New Zealand’s new Integrated Delivery Contracts.
A bit about IDCs…
Since 1 May 2026, NZTA’s new Integrated Delivery Model (IDM) has replaced the long-standing Network Outcomes Contract (NOC) model, reshaping how state highway maintenance, renewals and asset management are delivered.
Going forward, NZTA will take a more active role in asset management and network decision-making, while contractors will focus on delivering projects safely and efficiently on the ground.
The reason for this shift is to help ensure better coordination, clearer accountability, more efficient maintenance delivery and ultimately safer, more reliable journeys for New Zealand road users.
For the contractors delivering the work on the ground, this shift also means:
- Increased focus on renewals, rehabilitation and network resilience
- Greater scrutiny on performance and delivery quality
- More coordinated programmes of work across regions
- Stronger emphasis on the right treatment, in the right place, at the right time
With a strong focus on maintaining, renewing and improving the state highway network over the coming years, we know there’ll be no shortage of work ahead (and no shortage of challenges to solve) – and we’re here to help!
To find out more about NZTA’s new Integrated Delivery Model, visit the NZTA website HERE.
How can Vanguard support IDCs?
Vanguard works alongside IDC contractors to help keep people and traffic moving safely through worksites. Whether it’s TTM, pedestrian management, asset protection or solving an unexpected on-site problem, we’re here to help with practical, fit-for-purpose solutions that work in the real world.
When issues and requirements come up, speed matters. That’s why we back our customers with a 60-minute response time, same-day dispatch on orders placed before 3pm, and nationwide next-day delivery from our Wellington warehouse.
See below for a list of real-world solutions contractors regularly rely on across maintenance and renewals projects.
ULTRAFLEX Delineator – premium, flexible ‘hit-stick’ for visual delineation used in both temporary and permanent situations on motorways and highways.
ULTRAFLEX Separator – robust physical separation post and rubber base system for use in both temporary and permanent situations on motorways and highways.
RoadQuake Rumble Strip – a portable, self-weighted, folding rumble strip designed specifically to address the risk of distracted drivers breaching temporary work sites at high speeds up to 128 km/h.
Soppec Marking Paints – known for its durability and visibility, Soppec is a safe, environmentally responsible paint suitable for marking identification work on all road surfaces.
Edge Marker Posts – robust, flexible PVC marker posts for guiding traffic on roadsides designed to bolt or spike to surface – available with reflectors both sides, or plain.
Reflective Raised Markers – Reflective Raised Pavement Markers (RRPMs) or ‘Catseyes’ are retroreflective road safety devices designed to improve lane and edge delineation.
Vanguard is here to support the teams delivering NZ’s next chapter of road maintenance.
If you’re planning any safety projects you’re needing support with (even if it’s still in the early stages), now is a good time to reach out for an initial chat.
We can work with you in advance to identify what your requirements are and plan ahead for stock holdings.
Understanding your requirements early helps us to proactively procure the stock needed ahead of time so that you are not caught out when it comes to delivering your project.
If you have any challenges you’d like to discuss, get in touch with us today for trusted, reliable support on your projects.
