Waiora Waikato Hospital Helipad Remediation

The Waikato Hospital helipad, which supports approximately 1,700 landings annually and is critical to Emergency Department, ICU, and NICU operations, has been identified as requiring remediation due to asset deterioration. Inspections have highlighted widespread asphalt cracking (up to 10 mm), particularly in the southwestern corner, along with localized structural damage to the timber retaining wall caused by scour and ground movement. Additional issues include subsidence of fill material, surface deformation, pre-existing erosion on surrounding slopes, and potential uncertainty around the extent of polystyrene fill beneath the helipad structure. Health New Zealand is looking for a lead (main) contractor who will take overall responsibility for the project, including the management, coordination, and performance of all subcontracted trades. We are seeking a contractor who has demonstrated capability and experience operating within a live helipad and 24/7 hospital environment. Given the high-risk environment and exposure to third-party impacts, the contractor is required to maintain public liability insurance of no less than $50 million per occurrence.