Australia - North Pacific Connector

### ✈️ Tender Overview The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) is seeking proposals for the **Australia – North Pacific Connector (Aus-NPC)**, a critical aviation initiative under the Australia-Pacific Partnerships for Aviation (P4A) program. This tender aims to establish a weekly commercial flight service connecting Australia with key North Pacific nations to foster economic growth, cultural exchange, and improved access to essential services. ### 🎯 Scope of Work The successful operator will be responsible for providing a weekly commercial flight service capable of carrying at least **75 passengers and 1,000kg of cargo** per sector. The route must connect Australia with: * Republic of Nauru * Republic of Kiribati (Tarawa) * Republic of the Marshall Islands (Majuro) * Federated States of Micronesia (Pohnpei) * Republic of Palau (Koror) ### 📅 Key Requirements * **Duration:** 24-month initial term with a 24-month extension option. * **Readiness:** Operations must commence within 180 days of agreement (earlier preferred). * **Commercial Model:** The operator will sell seats and freight at commercial rates, with revenue offset against operational costs provided by DFAT. * **Estimated Value:** $24,000,000.00 – $48,000,000.00 AUD. ### 🔍 Search Keywords Pacific aviation, air connectivity, commercial flight services, DFAT, P4A, Nauru, Kiribati, Marshall Islands, Micronesia, Palau, aviation logistics, international trade, passenger and cargo transport.