Question NW2556 to the Minister of Transport
04 September 2017 - NW2556
Carter, Ms D to ask the Minister of Transport
(1)In light of the current e-toll collections contract that will expire in the next 18 months, (a) does the Government intend to continue with the e-toll project; if so, what are the relevant details; (2) does the Government intend to renew the current contract; if not, will the collection contract go out on tender; if so, (a) why and (b) what are the relevant details?
Reply:
(1). The e-toll scheme is official government policy and shall continue to be implemented subject to a decision to the contrary from Cabinet.
(2). The current e-toll operations contract comes to an end in December 2019 and has an option to be extended for a further 2 years. Government will review its options and the performance of the current contractor before making a decision whether to extend the contract for such an extension or retender.