Defence Infrastructure – Alternative Finance Market Sounding

Defence is currently assessing potential Alternative Finance delivery opportunities across a number of major infrastructure projects as part of implementing the Government's direction under the National Defence Strategy (NDS) 2026. This Notice is intended to inform industry of Defence infrastructure projects currently being considered for potential Alternative Finance delivery approaches and to provide early visibility of future opportunities that may emerge as Defence progresses its assessment activities. Defence is not soliciting proposals at this stage of planning. The publication of this Notice does not represent a commitment by the Commonwealth to proceed with any procurement activity, Alternative Finance delivery model or project outcome. Defence – Alternative Finance The NDS 26 acknowledges the need to leverage all forms of investment and financing to deliver defence capability at the scale and pace required. The Government has identified approximately $5 billion over the forward estimates and $15 billion over the decade in projects for which Defence will prioritise developing alternative financing delivery options as part of the additional investment in NDS 26. Alternative financing, where appropriate and feasible, can present advantages in delivery models, accessing private sector expertise and supporting the sovereign defence industrial base while maintaining responsible budget management. Partnering with the private sector can help manage and balance large upfront capital outlays and better align delivery milestones, performance outcomes and asset utilisation. Defence Infrastructure Alternative Finance Project Opportunities The Defence infrastructure Projects under consideration for alternative financing delivery models include: LAND8710PH5 Littoral Manoeuvre Facilities LAND8710PH5 aims to deliver the facilities required to meet the Littoral Manoeuvre capability requirements in locations including southeast Queensland (SEQ), northern Queensland (NQ) and t