WEDS is inviting proposals from suitably qualified organisations or individuals to undertake a Wool Opportunity Assessment and Industry Activation Project.

This project follows the findings of the Wairarapa Land Use Diversification Review, which identified strong wool as a potential opportunity for increased regional value creation through provenance, product innovation, market development, collaboration, and value chain integration.

The purpose of this work is to determine whether a commercially viable and regionally coordinated wool opportunity exists for Wairarapa. The project will provide the evidence, analysis, stakeholder engagement, and recommendations required to inform future investment and decision-making.

We are seeking respondents with demonstrated experience in the wool sector, value chain development, feasibility assessment, market validation, industry collaboration, and regional economic development.

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Proposal deadline: 8am, Thursday 9 July 2026

Download the Request for Proposal document here.

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For questions and to access the background information, please contact:

Natasha Kyd
Programme Manager - Wairarapa Economic Development Strategy

natasha.kyd@wellingtonnz.com