Department of Conservation

Moehau Predator Control

The services required in the contract are for a supplier to undertake back country ground control predator trapping operations within the Moehau Ecological Area - Public Conservation Land. The Director-General has established 394 traps across 7 trap lines which are to be serviced the first two weeks of every calendar month (see clause 1.3 of the draft contract for further details) to control predator numbers between aerial baiting operations. Bait supply and preparation is included in the services required (see clause 2.3 for further details).

Key Success indicators will be based on the execution of the agreed contract between the Director General and the Contractor. This will include but not limited to:
• All 394 traps serviced in accordance with contract requirements.
• Trap servicing completed within the first two weeks of each calendar month.
• Accurate and timely monthly reporting provided.
• No significant health and safety incidents.
• Positive working relationships maintained with iwi partners, landowners and DOC staff.
• Predator control targets achieved and maintained throughout the contract term.