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Electronic NLIS (Sheep & Goats) transition packageThird Party Providers / Research & Development
Funding Application FormFunding detailsThe Minister for Agriculture, Jaala Pulford announced on 24 August 2016 that Victoria will transition to an electronic NLIS (Sheep & Goats), commencing 1 January 2017.
Funding is available as part of a transition package, which provides a program of support to assist industry transition to an electronic NLIS (Sheep & Goats), including to fund research and development projects that address an identified need within the supply chain to increase the effectiveness of the system.
Projects that may be eligible for funding include, but are not limited to: approaches to data logging in saleyards when tags are scanned noise cancelling systems to improve read rate and ‘action levels’ for readers throughout the supply chain wireless synchronisation of panel readers improved sheep flow through readers tools to support the commercial, on-farm and supply chain uses of electronic identification carcass feedback to support improved on-farm management decisions
The Department of Economic Development, Jobs, Transport and Resources (DEDJTR), through Agriculture Victoria, is seeking funding applications for research and design to address an identified need or requirement within the supply chain.The Electronic NLIS (Sheep & Goats) transition package funding application guidelines (visit www.agriculture.vic.gov.au/sheepEID) provides information on eligibility, how to apply and the process for assessing applications.Prospective applicants are strongly encouraged to discuss their proposal with Agriculture Victoria before applying for funding. To do so, email [email protected] with a brief project description and contact details and an Agriculture Victoria officer will respond.
Closing date for applications: 31 December 2017 or until funding is fully subscribed
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Fields marked (*) are mandatory
1. APPLICANT DETAILS*Business Name:
Trading Name:
*ABN / ACN:
*Registered for GST: Yes No
*Business Address:
*Town / Suburb: *Postcode: *State:
*Is your postal address the same as your business address? Yes No
*Postal Address:
*Town / Suburb: *Postcode: *State:
* Project contact person
Title: First name: Last name:
Position:
Telephone: Mobile: Fax:
Email:
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2. PROJECT PROPOSALPROJECT DETAILS
Project title
Funding requested
Funding total requested for this proposal (excl GST) $
Project focus areaSelect appropriate
Select the focus area(s) this proposed project aligns to
address market driven issues (that is, will address and identified need or requirement within the supply chain) and/or
open new market access opportunities and/or support an increase in competitiveness and/or productivity and/or
other (detail below)
Detail other (if applicable)
Outline how the project aligns with one or more of the above focus areas.
Project description
Provide a brief description of the proposed project. A detailed project plan can be attached, if required.
Describe how the project will be delivered.
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2. PROJECT PROPOSAL (continued)
What are the objectives of the project?
Outline the expertise of the project manager and support team (where relevant) in relation to this proposal.
How will the project maximise funding support from other sources?
Project partners / participants
List industry partners supporting and/or contributing to the delivery of this project (where applicable).
Delivery timelines
What is the expected timeframe required to complete your project?
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2. PROJECT PROPOSAL (continued)
Project schedule
Key deliverable Activity Commencement
Month/Year
Completion
Month/Year
Reporting requirementsProposed schedule for reporting on project progress and milestone payments.
No. Description Due date Value ($)
BudgetInclude proposed level of co-investment.
Budget item description Cost($) (excl GST)
Funding requested($) (excl GST)
TOTALAdd additional row(s) if required
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2. PROJECT PROPOSAL (continued)
Project risk(s)Outline any current or potential risks which may impact on the successful delivery of the proposed project.Risk Mitigation strategies Person responsible
3. FUNDING CONDITIONSIf successful in obtaining funding, you will be required to enter into a legally binding Funding Agreement with DEDJTR and provide reports and detailed funding expenditure against agreed milestones.
As proposed projects will be assessed on the basis of assessment criteria, DEDJTR, at its discretion, may determine whether a proposed project, or items within a proposed project, meets the assessment criteria for funding or not. The department reserves the right to request additional information, including evidence of financial viability, or verification of information provided to confirm its assessment.
4. FINANCIAL VIABILITYDEDJTR needs to assess applicants’ financial viability and ability to manage and complete the project. Applicants seeking funding in any one application:
over $10,000 and less than $50,000 need to provide:o financial reports for the past two financial years—that is, the ‘final accounts’ with Directors’ Report
and Declaration, including the Profit and Loss Statement, Balance Sheet and Notes to the Accounts
o where the latest financial report is more than six months old, up-to-date management or interim accounts (Profit and Loss Statement and Balance Sheet).
over $50,000 need to provide:o an audited financial report for the past three financial yearso where the latest financial report is more than six months old, up-to-date management or interim
accounts (Profit and Loss Statement and Balance Sheet). In the case of public listed corporations, a half yearly financial report is sufficient.
5. ATTACHMENTSWhere possible, attachments should be in MS Word format.Attach any documents required to support your application.
Optional documents Project proposal
Additional documents
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6. FURTHER INFORMATIONPlease email any questions to:Email: [email protected]
or call the NLIS helpline (between 9.00 am to 4:30 pm weekdays)Phone: 1800 678 779
7. WHERE TO SEND YOUR APPLICATIONWhile applications may be lodged electronically or by post, electronic lodgement is preferred. The application form and any attachments should be in MS Word format wherever possible.Send your application:By email: [email protected]
By post: Transition Package ApplicationAgriculture VictoriaDepartment of Economic Development, Jobs, Transport & Resources475 Mickleham RoadATTWOOD VIC 3049
If mailing your application, please provide both a hard copy (printed copy) and a soft copy (as electronic documents on a USB).
Applicant DeclarationI state that the information in this application and attachments is to the best of my knowledge true and correct. I will notify DEDJTR of any changes to this information and any circumstances that may affect this application.
In submitting this application, I acknowledge that I have read and understood the Electronic NLIS (Sheep & Goats) Transition Package Funding and requirements.
I acknowledge that DEDJTR may refer this application to external experts or other Government Departments for assessment, reporting, advice, comment or for discussions regarding alternative or collaborative grant funding opportunities.
I understand that DEDJTR is subject to the Freedom of Information Act 1982 and that if a Freedom of Information request is made, DEDJTR will consult with the applicant before any decision is made to release the application or supporting documentation.
I understand that this is an application only and may not necessarily result in funding approval. I understand that if this application is successful, that funding will be subject to terms and conditions set out in an agreement with the Department.
Where I am making an application on behalf of an organisation, I declare that I am an authorised representative of the organisation and have the legal capacity to act on behalf of the organisation nominated in this application when providing this declaration and submitting this application.
Signature: Date:
Print name: Position:
To be signed by a person with delegated authority to apply.
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