big wheels turn slowly

Yes, TZ does need a landmark project.
However if the trial project expires in 3 weeks as suggested,there will be an internal evaluation period examining the results of trial.
If successful there will be an EOI document issued to various parties,another evaluation to determine a short list of potential tenderers.
From there a tender period for submission by selected interested parties.
Then an extensive evaluation and assessment of tendered documents before a final decision is reached.
My best guess is a decision by Austpost as to who will be the provider this side of June 2012 is most unlikely.
If you think all will be revealed in 3 weeks time then sadly that is just fanciful delusion.
Question is - How long before a CR is necessary? And will it have to be made in the absence of a landmark deal?