The Bay of Plenty Steamers will be hopping the ditch to take on the Western Force in a pre-season fixture in July.

The Bay of Plenty Rugby Union says the first-class match will take place on July 16.

The teams will go head-to-head at HBF Park.

BOPRU says this is a fantastic opportunity for Western Australian rugby fans to witness a traditional heavyweight of the New Zealand National Provincial Championship live, and is set to be the last chance for rugby fans in 2021 to see the Force in action and enjoy the unique match day experience.

The Bay of Plenty travelling side is set to be full of Super Rugby stars, including the likes of Chiefs trio Aidan Ross, hooker Nathan Harris and scrumhalf Te Toiroa Tahuriorangi, as well as Blues flyhalf Otere Black among countless others.

The Steamers will be led by their coach Daryl Gibson, a former All Black and Crusaders centre.

Western Force chief executive officer Tony Lewis, who prior to this role oversaw significant success with Tasman Rugby Union, is thrilled to have secured the fixture to showcase the passion of New Zealand club rugby for Perth rugby fans.

"The commitment of the Bay of Plenty to bring their strongest team that includes 24 Super Rugby players in their squad is very compelling," says Lewis.

"Bay of Plenty saw the opportunity to grow a relationship with the Force, which is important to us.

"The idea of a team packed full of Super Rugby stars going head-to-head with the Force in July is extremely exciting. It's going to be great for our Members and fans to see the intensity, desire and tribalism of New Zealand Provincial rugby."

Bay of Plenty chief executive officer Mike Rogers says the chance to travel to Perth and take on the Force is an opportunity they will embrace wholeheartedly.

"We have built a strong relationship with Rugby WA and the Western Force through our involvement in Rapid Rugby last year and see this historic first fixture as an important step in the growth of activity and collaboration between our two organisations," says Rogers.

"We know this will be a big challenge with the Force having had a good season in Super Rugby but I know our team will be hugely motivated to perform well as we build towards the Bunnings Warehouse Cup NPC season."

Bay of Plenty head to Perth to face the Western Force on July 16 at HBF Park from 7pm.

Further information regarding the match, including ticket details, will be announced in the coming weeks.