From Small Beginnings to Procurement Excellence

Preten was founded in 2011 by former government procurement specialists who recognized that small businesses in New Zealand were at a significant disadvantage when competing for government contracts. What began as a small consultancy in Dunedin has grown into a respected procurement advisory firm with clients throughout New Zealand.

Our journey has been driven by a commitment to leveling the playing field for small and medium enterprises. In our early years, we focused primarily on documentation preparation and compliance guidance. As we grew, we expanded our expertise to include specialized services in infrastructure projects and climate technology—two areas where New Zealand's government spending has significantly increased.

A pivotal moment in our development came in 2016 when we helped a small Christchurch-based construction company secure a major post-earthquake rebuilding contract against several multinational competitors. This success story cemented our reputation for enabling smaller businesses to compete effectively in high-value government tenders.

Today, Preten is proud to have assisted over 200 New Zealand businesses in successfully navigating the government procurement process, securing more than NZ$500 million in contracts. Our team has grown to include specialists in various sectors, all committed to our founding mission of creating procurement opportunities for businesses of all sizes.