This request is for the FRDC to partner with the QDAF to develop a program of work to execute three stages. The program of work would be a co-managed partnership and attract the best science and collaboration where possible. The mechanisms to realise the best outcomes is likely to be a mixed model of direct and select tender as well as competitive call. This process could also involve a “pitch” process to explore innovations in harvest methodologies. The intent would be to develop a head agreement between QDAF and FRDC that will result in a cash contribution of up to $4.5M from the Queensland Government with dollar for dollar matching from the FRDC, up to a total budget of up to $9 million over 6 years.

Individual investments will be evaluated on a case by case basis through the application evaluation process in line with FRDC’s existing policies and procedures.