Service Stream awarded long-term Base Services Contract with the Australian Department of Defence

Service Stream has secured a significant long-term Base Services Contract (Contract) with the Australian Department of Defence (Defence).

Under the contract, Service Stream will deliver Property and Asset Services on behalf of Defence’s Security and Estate Group for South Australia and the Northern Territory, covering 113 Defence sites and training facilities, including 8 major bases. Our services will include estate upkeep, land management, aerodrome operations, and training area and range management.

The initial term is six (6) years, with two extension options of between one and three years, allowing for a maximum term of up to 10 years. The contract is valued at approximately $1.6 billion over the initial six-year term. 

Operations are scheduled to commence on 1 February 2026, with approximately 350 new employees and a network of specialist contractors supporting delivery. 

The contract is designed to adapt to Australia’s changing strategic environment and respond to evolving operational needs, military exercises, and government priorities.

Managing Director, Leigh Mackender said:
“Service Stream is extremely proud to be awarded this significant agreement with the Australian Department of Defence. As an Australian owned and operated company, we are honoured to earn the trust of Defence and believe this is an ideal strategic fit for Service Stream and its ongoing support of critical essential infrastructure throughout Australia.”

“This contract marks an exciting new chapter for Service Stream as the business continues to execute against its strategy, expanding service offerings and entering new and growing markets.”