The NZ Transport Agency has decided on a preferred alliance to deliver Te Ahu a Turanga: Manawatū Tararua Highway project.
Portfolio Manager Sarah Downs says the preferred tenderer selected is Advance consortium, made up of Fulton Hogan, HEB Construction Limited, Aurecon Limited and WSP-Opus.
Downs says Advance will become part of the interim project alliance, with an intention to proceed to the delivery of the design, regional consenting and construction of the project.
"The decision in favour of the preferred alliance was made after a comprehensive tendering process, which commenced in September.
"We had two strong tenders, both demonstrating excellent qualities, and selecting a preferred alliance partner was a difficult decision.