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Without Prejudice
South Australian River Murray Sustainability
Regional Development and Innovation Fund
Grant Funding Guidelines Round Two:
Large Projects
This p r o g r a m i s f u n d e d b y t h e A u s t r a l i a n G o v e r n m e n t a n d d e l i v e r e d b y t h e G o v e r n m e n t o f S o u t h A u s t r a l i a
Table of Contents
A.
PURPOSE OF THE GUIDELINES .................................................... 3
B.
APPLICANT ELIGIBILITY ............................................................. 4
C.
RDIF ROUND TWO SUMMARY .................................................... 5
D.
PROJECT ELIGIBIITY AND ASSESSMENT .......................................... 6
E.
MILESTONES AND PAYMENTS ................................................... 10
F.
MAKING AN APPLICATION ....................................................... 11
G.
RDIF ROUND TWO TIMING ...................................................... 13
H.
FURTHER INFORMATION......................................................... 14
I.
GLOSSARY .......................................................................... 16
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A. PURPOSE OF THE GUIDELINES
1. Purpose of the Guidelines
2.2 RDIF Outcomes
These Program Guidelines (the Guidelines) are designed
to provide potential Applicants with sufficient information to
make an informed decision as to whether they may apply
for funding under the South Australian River Murray
Sustainability - Regional Development and Innovation
Fund (RDIF).
The objective of the RDIF is to fund innovative, investment
ready projects that contribute to economic diversification,
employment outcomes and strengthening of local
economies in the Region. Projects should also improve
partnerships between government, the private sector and
community. The desired outcomes of this investment will
These Guidelines relate to a call for “large” project
applications under Round Two of RDIF (Round One
Applications closed on 19 September 2014). There will
also be a further call for “small” projects with a total project
cost of between $200,000 and $500,000 that will drive the
creation of the next wave of economic opportunities and
initiatives in the Region.
These Guidelines are not intended to present all terms and
conditions that will govern the provision of funding under
RDIF Round Two.
Guidelines and Applications do not create legally binding
rights or obligations. Before preparing and submitting an
Application, all Applicants should read the information
contained within these Guidelines.
Successful Applicants will be required to enter into a
legally binding Deed of Grant (funding contract) with the
South Australian Minister for Regional Development (the
Minister).
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Create or retain jobs.
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Stimulate economic growth.
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Increase industry productivity.
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Strengthen and diversify the economic base.
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Up skill the regional workforce.
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Increase the capacity of regional communities to
drive development in the Region.
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Support an increase in competitiveness and/or
innovation.
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Improve the liveability and social cohesion of the
Region.
2.3 The Region
The Minister and/or Delegate reserves the right to amend
these Guidelines, including varying the processes and/or
timing set out in these Guidelines.
The Region is defined as the area contained within the
Local Government Areas of Renmark Paringa Council, Berri
Barmera Council, the District Council of Loxton Waikerie,
District Council of Karoonda East Murray, Mid Murray
Council, the Rural City of Murray Bridge, Alexandrina
Council, the Coorong District Council and the Gerard
Community Council.
2. Fund Overview
2.4 Application Timing
2.1 Introduction
Round Two of the RDIF will open on Tuesday 7 April
2015 and close 5pm ACST on Monday 18 May 2015.
The $12.5 million competitive Regional Development and
Innovation Fund (RDIF) is funded by the Australian
Government as part of the $265 million South Australian
River Murray Sustainability Program (SARMS) to assist
regional communities diversify and adjust to new water
supply arrangements. The SARMS will support South
Australia’s contribution to a healthy working Murray-Darling
Basin (MDB), including a healthy environment, strong
communities and a productive economy, through
implementation of the MDB Plan (the Basin Plan) and
associated reforms and initiatives.
The RDIF has been established to assist non-irrigating
businesses create employment opportunities and improve
economic diversification in the South Australian River
Murray region (the Region) over five years and longer.
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B. APPLICANT ELIGIBILITY
3. Eligibility Requirements
3.1 Who is eligible to apply?
To be an eligible Applicant for the RDIF, Applicants must:
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have an ABN (and/or an ACN);
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be a legal entity capable of and willing to enter
into a Deed of Grant with the Minister and/or
Delegate; and
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not be directly involved in irrigation within the
Region.
For the purpose of these Guidelines, irrigation suppliers and
service providers (e.g. agronomists) are not considered to be
directly involved in irrigation. Examples of eligible Applicants
include local government organisations (as defined by the
Local Government (Financial Assistance) Act 1995 (Cth)),
registered businesses and incorporated not-for-profit
organisations (as defined by the Associations Incorporation
Act 1986), co-operatives or associations (including business
associations).
3.2 Who is not eligible to apply?
You are not eligible to apply for funding under the RDIF, if
you:
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are a Federal or State Government agency, an
instrument of the Crown or a commercial arm of
these agencies;
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are an Applicant that has not met all the terms
and conditions placed on any previous Australian
Government funding;
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are an Applicant seeking funding for activities to
which other Australian Government programs (for
example the Irrigation Industry Improvement
Program (3IP) or Farm Finance program) have
funded, have committed to funding, or have
provided a loan;
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are an Applicant directly involved in irrigation
within the Region; or
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are an Applicant currently under bankruptcy or
insolvency administration (i.e. external
administrator, receiver, receiver manager,
liquidator appointed, or own assets/property
where there is a mortgagee in possession).
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C. RDIF ROUND TWO SUMMARY
Round Two will focus on creating employment opportunities and economic development in the Region by seeking to fund targeted
projects that will provide significant economic return on investment. Projects for Round Two have a minimum total project cost of
$500,001, with at least 50 per cent of the total project cost to be covered by cash and in-kind co-contributions.
Subject
RDIF Round Focus
Total project cost
Project Timeframe
Weighting of Merit Criteria
(in order)
Applicant Co-contribution
Applicant Eligibility criteria
Assessment Criteria
Funding Preferences
Milestones and Payments
Explanation
Creation of sustainable new employment and economic development in the Region by project end.
$500,001 and above.
Projects completed by February 2017.
Economic Benefits, Innovation & Social Impact.
(NOTE: Economic Benefits is a mandatory criteria)
Minimum 50 per cent of total project cost with minimum 25 per cent of total project cost as cash.
Refer to PART B – Applicant Eligibility.
Refer to PART D, Section 5 – Assessment Criteria and Section 6 – Additional Assessment Criteria.
Refer to PART D, Section 7 – Funding Preferences.
Payments based on milestone achievement. At least one progress report annually.
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D. PROJECT ELIGIBIITY AND ASSESSMENT
4. Call for “Large” Projects: Round
Two
Round Two will focus on creating employment opportunities
and economic development in the Region by seeking to
fund targeted projects that will provide significant economic
return on investment.
enhance business resilience, realise supply chain
efficiencies and improve business
responsiveness to changing demand and
conditions.
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Expansion and enhancement of existing
institutions or facilities to increase their impact on
the Region.
Projects for Round Two must have a minimum total project
cost of $500,001, with at least 50 per cent of the total project
cost covered by cash and in-kind co-contributions.
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Establishment of supply chain infrastructure for
existing or new economic activities.
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Advanced food manufacturing activities.
This round will fund projects that create sustainable new
employment opportunities and stimulation of economic
growth in the Region by the end of project implementation.
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Introduction of the outcomes of research and
development, adoption and/or adaptation of
innovation, and new technologies, technology
transfer, and diffusion of the outcomes of
research and development.
Projects that are ineligible under SARMS Irrigation
Industry Improvement Program (3IP), but that
facilitate the implementation of SARMS 3IP.
Projects to enhance regional sustainability, which
may include linkages with improved sustainable
energy, waste management, and environmental
outcomes.
Post-secondary education, training and skills
development that fills an identified skills gap and is
part of a larger project that delivers economic
benefit.
4.1 Project Completion
Projects funded under Round Two of the RDIF must be
completed by February 2017.
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4.2 Project Eligibility
To be eligible for funding under Round Two of the RDIF,
projects must:
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be infrastructure works or provide services to
achieve RDIF outcomes;
have at least 50 per cent of total project costs
covered by cash and in-kind co-contributions. Of
this, at least half (50 per cent) must be cash (that
is, at least 25 per cent of total project cost must
be a cash co-contribution). Refer to section 4.3
for more information;
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The following are not eligible for funding under the
RDIF.
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Projects that require recurrent State or Australian
Government funding.
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Projects seeking retrospective funding for project
activities that have commenced or have been
completed.
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The development of feasibility studies and
business plans.
Examples of Eligible Projects
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The following types of projects and activities may be eligible
for funding from the RDIF Round Two. This list is a guide
only, and is not exhaustive.
Cost benefit analyses and economic impact
studies, unless they are part of a larger project
that meet the criteria for the RDIF.
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Costs of operation and maintenance of existing
businesses, back-office costs and costs of
foregone business activity.
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have a minimum total project cost of $500,001,
inclusive of co-contributions;
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achieve the mandatory Economic Benefits Merit
Criteria (see Section 5.1); and
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have project activities located within and
outcomes that benefit the Region.

Projects to increase regional economic activity
(including capital works).
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Establishment of new, or expansion of existing
activities, that can make a long-term sustainable
and strategic contribution to the Region’s
development.

Projects to remove bottlenecks or capacity
constraints on regional activity.
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Projects that identify new market opportunities,
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4.3 Co-Contributions
To be eligible for funding under RDIF, the total project cost
must include at least 50 per cent co-contribution.
Within this total co-contribution, Applicants are required to
make a financial co-contribution or source third party funding
of at least 50 per cent (half) of the total co-contribution. In
other words, cash contributions must represent at least 25
per cent of the project total cost.
Financial co-contributions can include contributions from
the applicant and other parties (such as Local and State
Government, individuals, financial institutions, businesses,
universities, CRCs, industry bodies, Research and
Development Corporations and not-for-profit
organisations), but cannot include contributions from
Australian Government programs. Note: Organisations
whose primary purpose is to represent, address or assist
disadvantaged communities/people may propose to use
Australian Government funds as co-contribution (i.e. are
exempt from this requirement). Examples of reasons for
disadvantage include social exclusion and economic
capacity (this is not an exhaustive list).
Applicants must provide evidence of support for financial cocontributions at the time of application (for example, a letter
from the co-contributor detailing the value and nature of the
commitment, and any conditions relating to the cocontribution commitment). Such commitments must be
confirmed in writing before execution of a Deed of Grant.
In-kind co-contributions can include:
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employee time allocated to the project which
must be calculated using direct salary,
superannuation contributions and direct on-costs
(payroll tax, workers compensation payments,
parental, sick and long-service leave accrual);
and/or
new land and/or equipment specifically obtained
for the project; and
the depreciation and/or cost associated with the
use of existing assets (including land) for the
project (existing assets are defined as assets
owned prior to making an application for RDIF
Round Two).
In-kind employee contribution must be at least 50 per cent of
a full time equivalent position. The Applicant must
demonstrate that the position is attributable to the project.
Allowances, supervision and project management
associated with employee contributions cannot be included
in the calculation of co-contributions.
Appropriate records to confirm the in-kind contribution must
be maintained.
5. Assessment Criteria
Each Application that meets the eligibility criteria will be
appraised against the assessment criteria. Applicants are
advised to present a strong case against each of the relevant
assessment criteria, with all claims supported by evidence.
Only eligible projects can receive funding under RDIF.
Information provided in the application and supporting
documentation will be used to determine the relative merit
of projects and whether they will deliver value-for-money
for the Australian and South Australian Governments.
Applications for Round Two must demonstrate that
the project will achieve the mandatory Economic
Benefits Merit Criteria to be considered for funding.
An Expert Assessment Panel comprising of nonGovernment, independent personnel will undertake
comprehensive due diligence and consider Applications
against the Assessment Criteria before making
recommendations to the SARMS Steering Committee and
then the Minister. The Minister (or delegate) will make the
final decision on projects to be funded. The project is being
governed within the SARMS governance structure to ensure
probity and that the Expert Assessment Panel have no
conflicts of interest.
Successful Applicants will be required to enter into a Deed of
Grant with the South Australian Government that commits
the Applicant to delivering the agreed milestones within
specified timeframes in order to receive funding.
5.1 Merit Criteria
Applications must demonstrate that the project will achieve
the mandatory Economic Benefits Merit Criteria to be
recommended for funding.
Applicants must demonstrate evidence against each
mandatory Merit Criteria and identify those stakeholders
within the Region that support the project. Written evidence
of statements of support must also be submitted with the
application.
In addition to satisfying the Economic Benefits Merit Criteria,
applications should also (but it is not mandatory) address the
Innovation and Social Impact Merit Criteria.
The Merit Criteria will be weighted in the following order:
Economic Benefits, Innovation and Social Impact.
Applicants must provide evidence of commitment to in-kind
co-contributions at the time of application (for example, a
letter from the contributor detailing the value and nature of
the commitment, and any conditions relating to the cocontribution commitment).
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Economic Benefits
Innovation
This Merit Criteria is weighted the highest in the Round Two
assessment process.
Projects should deliver innovation to the Region to meet
identified needs, improve existing and/or introduce new
practices or businesses.
Projects should have a strong and identifiable impact on the
long-term and sustainable economic development of the
Region. Applications must clearly describe how the project
meets the following three mandatory criteria:
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how the proposed project contributes to the
economic diversification of the Region in relation
to primary production, processing and business
development.
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the anticipated new employment and economic
growth created as a direct result of the project.

the anticipated longer-term economic impact of
the project (beyond the life of the project) in the
Region.
It is also mandatory for your Application to clearly describe
how the proposed project will deliver on at least one of the
following:

Contributes to the economic diversification of the
Region in relation to primary production and
processing.
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Increases local, national and/or international
investment in the Region which enhances primary
production, processing or regionally relevant industry
development.
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Increases exports out of the Region (exports may
be intrastate, interstate or international) of primary
products, food or related products.
Applications which demonstrate innovation should clearly
describe the new ideas, opportunities and business/
operating models and how the proposed project will deliver
on at least one of the following:

Improves diffusion of advanced technology and
know-how into and throughout the Region.
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Drives innovation in business, management and/or
production systems.

Supports the development of regional collaborative
and cooperative business opportunities.
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Supports the implementation of new market
products and/or opportunities.

Supports the practical application of research into
the business, transport and agricultural sectors.
Social Impact
Projects should strengthen, expand or enhance regional
institutions to improve social conditions and contribute to the
liveability of the Region.
Applications which demonstrate Social Impact should clearly
describe how the proposed project will deliver on at least one
of the following:
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Builds social capacity, including for
disadvantaged groups.
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Builds on identified key regional strengths.
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Creates access to new markets for existing or
new economic activity which complements primary
production, processing or marketing.
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Improves educational and training opportunities to
support identified workforce skills gaps and/or to
support emerging industries.

Builds on existing or develops new competitive
advantages or regional strengths.
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Up-skills the regional workforce.
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Provides opportunities for disadvantaged groups.
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Develops or builds infrastructure to support
planned economic diversification as a
consequence of SARMS-3IP projects.
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Improves industry productivity and enhances
projects supported by SARMS-3IP.
Improves and involves participation of regional
social institutions such as local councils,
producer/industry organisations, community groups
and other non-government organisations.
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Increases collaboration between the social
institutions within the Region.
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Builds capacity and skills that directly support
economic activity within the Region.
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Builds new businesses within the Region that are
sustainable for at least five years post-funding.
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project. Note: Local Governments, and publicly
funded universities and educational institutions are
exempt from this requirement.
6. Additional Assessment Criteria
In addition to assessments against the Merit Criteria, all
projects will be assessed against the following criteria:
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demonstrated project need;
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demonstrated project feasibility and delivery;
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financial viability of the Applicant; and
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value for money.
Value-for-Money
Applications will need to clearly demonstrate:
 that the project will deliver value for money for the
Australian and South Australian Governments;

how the project maximises funding support from a
range of sources, including private sector, regional
organisations, local government and the
community (co-contributions of at least 50 per cent
are required, with higher co-contributions
encouraged);

whether goods and services are purchased from
South Australian enterprises; and
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that employee time allocated to the project as an
in-kind co-contribution should be substantial
(greater than 50 per cent of a full time equivalent
position is encouraged).
Demonstrated Project Need
Applications will need to clearly demonstrate:
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
the project need, including the problem that the
project is seeking to resolve, and the compelling
reason for assistance;
the extent to which the project would be unlikely to
proceed without funding support (i.e. this funding is
not for normal business development or
maintenance);

the uniqueness of the project in the Region (why
the project does not represent duplication); and

any potential long-term economic activity in the
Region that will result from the project.
Industry Participation Policy
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Demonstrated Project Feasibility and Delivery
Applications will need to clearly demonstrate:
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that all legal, land tenure, planning and
environmental issues have been identified and
resolved or satisfactory resolution strategies are in
place;
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access to suitable project management in both the
developmental and operational phases of the
project;
Applicants should be familiar with the
requirements of the Industry Participation Policy
for Projects receiving more than $2.5 million in
RDIF funding. Note: Information about the South
Australian Industry Participation Policy and
guidance to maximise compliance is available at:
http://www.dpc.sa.gov.au/office-industry-advocate.
7. Funding Preferences
In Round Two preference will be given to projects which
demonstrate:
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that project risks have been identified and
strategies are in place to manage them;

higher cash contribution (as a percentage of the
Applicants share of the project costs);

that an acceptable level of project planning has
been undertaken to ensure that the project will be
delivered on time and within budget, and that open
and competitive procurement processes will be
employed to deliver the project; and

value for money (measured by the extent to which
the project would be unlikely to proceed without
funding support);

collaboration with Government, private sector and
community; and

industry and community benefit (with evidence)
from the project.

that RDIF funding will be used in an efficient,
effective, economical and ethical manner and
deliver the outcomes of the program. This may
involve illustrating that project costs will be
reasonable compared to industry benchmarks.
Financial Viability

Further to this, projects comprising only educational, training
or capacity building activities (i.e. is not delivered as part of
a larger project that delivers economic benefit) will be
treated as less preferential than other projects.
Prospective Applicants will be asked to provide
copies of annual reports and audited financial
statements covering the last three years as
supporting documents to their Application to
enable an assessment of their financial viability
and their ability to manage and complete the
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E. MILESTONES AND PAYMENTS
8. Milestones and Payments
Funding is linked to the achievement of the milestones
defined in the Deed of Grant, which must be completed within
a specified timeframe. Milestones will be based on the
achievement or delivery of an activity or set of activities - not
based solely on dates. Payments will be made in arrears (that
is, evidence-based reimbursements).
Milestones will be agreed between the applicant and PIRSA
during contract negotiations. Successful Applicants will be
sent a letter of offer, where the applicant will be provided with
a draft Deed of Grant, including payment schedules. The
Deed of Grant must be executed within two months of the
date of the letter of offer. Standard milestones are:
 initiation milestones – activities to commence the
project;
 achievement of interim project goals or delivery of
measurable outcomes;
 at least one progress report to PIRSA annually,
detailing;
o progress against milestones;
o progress against expenditure targets; and
o project completion.
A minimum of 10 per cent of project funding will be paid on
completion where the project has met all other milestones,
and is completed as stated in the Deed of Grant to the
satisfaction of PIRSA.
The program will fund GST exclusive costs only.
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F. MAKING AN APPLICATION
10.
Applicants should carefully consider their own projects
against the Eligibility, Merit and Additional Assessment
Criteria before submitting an Application. Enquiries are
welcome at any time. Applicants are strongly encouraged to
contact PIRSA early in the development of the Application to
discuss the Region’s priorities, the potential for financial
and/or non-financial support for the project, and assistance
on how to develop the application.
10.1
Application Deadline
Applicants must complete and submit the official Application
Form to PIRSA in the format detailed below no later than
5pm ACST on Monday 18 May 2015. Applications not
submitted in the official format and/or not submitted as
described below will be excluded from consideration. Hard
copy applications will not be accepted.
Please note that, as part of the assessment of your
Application, PIRSA may request further information or
clarification of information provided in your application.
PIRSA’s primary mode of communication with Applicants
is by email. Please advise the Program if you would prefer
an alternate mode of communication.
10.2
Federal Minister for Infrastructure and Regional
Development, or their representatives, to take part
in any launch of the project;
Making an Application
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complete the project and all reporting
requirements, and acquit funds within the agreed
timeframe;

undertake to only apply the grant to the intended
purpose;

provide annual financial statements relating to the
project;

return any unspent funds to the RDIF on
completion of the project;

retain assets purchased with project funds for at
least five years from project completion;

that projects will comply with all applicable laws,
regulations and Australian standards.
For Round Two projects:
Format of Application
o
principal works will commence within six
months from the date that the Deed of
Grant is executed; and
o
the project must be completed with all
funding acquitted and proponents must
have submitted their final Progress
Report to PIRSA by February 2017.
Applicants are required to submit one electronic copy of the
SmartForm Application and supporting documentation in
Microsoft Word or Excel or Adobe PDF format online at
http://www.pir.sa.gov.au/regions/sarms/regional_developme
nt_and_innovation_fund_rdif.
A schedule of payments by milestone that includes detail
regarding cash and in-kind contributions will also be sought in
the Application.
10.3 Submission of Applications
11.
RDIF Round Two SmartForm Applications and supporting
documentation must be submitted via the Program website
at
http://www.pir.sa.gov.au/regions/sarms/regional_developme
nt_and_innovation_fund_rdif.
The following evidence will be mandatory when submitting
an application:
The application form will require applicants to acknowledge
and agree to the following, which align with the Deed of
Grant:
Mandatory Evidence

Project Management Plan or a similar document.

Business Case or a similar document.

Risk Management Plan or other document which
includes any significant risks associated with the
project and mitigation strategies.

identify to PIRSA any existing, apparent or
potential conflicts of interest when applying for
RDIF funding or delivering the project;

Procurement Management Plan or other
document which describes arrangements to
procure major items.

declare that information provided in the
application form is correct;


acknowledge the contribution of the South
Australian and Australian Governments on any
promotional material;
Written confirmation of all co-contributions. If cocontributions are conditional on the provision of
the funding grant, Applicants must provide a letter
of intent from a senior member of the organisation
providing funding.

provide opportunities for the South Australian
Minister for Regional Development and the

Written confirmation of all in-kind contributions.

Evidence that the asset will be maintained in a
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viable and operational state for three years for
projects with funding from $250,000 to $1 million
and five years for projects with funding over $1
million.

Audited Financial Statements for three most
recent consecutive years (not required for Local
Government or publicly funded universities).

Evidence to confirm the Applicant’s experience in
delivering projects of similar size and scope.

Asset Maintenance or Asset Management Plan.
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G. RDIF ROUND TWO TIMING
The timing for the Round Two RDIF is outlined in the table below.
Milestone
Timing
Key Points
Guidelines Released
Tuesday 7 April 2015
Guidelines are available on the PIRSA
website
Applications Open
Tuesday 7 April 2015
The SmartForm Application is
available on the PIRSA website
Applications Close
5 pm ACST Monday 18 May
2015
Announcement of Successful Projects
By end September 2015
Applicants will be advised on the
outcome of their application.
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H. FURTHER INFORMATION
For further information about RDIF, please contact:
13.
Mr Kym Walton
Team Leader – Regional Support, River Murray
Sustainability
Department of Primary Industries and Regions
Telephone:
(08) 8539 2118 (Murray Bridge)
(08) 8595 9172 (Loxton)
or Mobile 0488 020 715
Email: [email protected]
All information, including contact details and the content
of a Project, collected by PIRSA on Applicants, or
potential Applicants to the RDIF, will be managed
according to the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth).
Alternately, please call 1300 364 322 or email
[email protected].
Privacy Notice
1. Purpose for collection of personal information
The personal information collected as part of the
Program Application and assessment process will be
used for purposes including:
a) assessment of the Application; and
b) due diligence.
2. Authorisation for collection
12.
Appeals
Should an Applicant wish to appeal the decision and
outcomes of their Application assessment, the below
process must be followed.
1. If an Applicant has been declined or deemed ineligible, a
letter will be sent confirming the reasons for this decision,
along with the relevant criteria on which the decision has
been based. The Applicant can lodge a request for
appeal within 30 calendar days of the date of the letter.
2. Upon receipt of a request for appeal, the SARMS
Appeals Committee will provide a review of all decisions
made throughout the Assessment Process. The
SARMS Appeals Committee will advise the Minister (or
Delegate) of its findings.
3. Based on advice from the SARMS Appeals Committee,
the Minister (or Delegate) will make a determination as to
whether the decision should be upheld or changed.
4. The decision of the Minister (or Delegate) is final and
Applicants have no further right of appeal. Additionally,
Applicants are not to contact any member of the Appeals
Committee to discuss the outcome.
5. The SARMS Appeals Committee will inform the
Applicant of the determination in writing.
Conditions of Appeal: When seeking an appeal, the Applicant
must (in writing) address the reasons why the decision should
be overturned in terms of the Program Guidelines and relevant
criteria listed in the letter of decline. The written appeal may
include supporting documentation.
The collection of personal information for the above
purposes is not expressly authorised or required by
law.
Disclosure of Personal Information
Any personal information collected may be disclosed:
a) to service providers engaged by PIRSA to undertake
due diligence on the technical components of the
Application for the RDIF;
b) in response to a request by a House or a Committee
of the Parliament of the State of South Australia;
c) where the information is authorised or required by
law to be disclosed or where the information is in the
public domain other than by PIRSA disclosure; and
d) for the purposes of conducting checks with other
State and Australian Government databases to ensure
duplicate funding (or ‘double dipping’) will not occur for
Project activities.
Examples of where PIRSA is authorised or required by
law to disclose your information include:
a) where an application is made under the Freedom of
Information Act 1991;
b) where PIRSA has been served with a valid search
warrant;
c) where PIRSA has a duty to disclose the transfer of
funds under the Anti-Money Laundering and CounterTerrorism Financing Act 2006 (Cth).
Consequently, PIRSA does not warrant that the
information provided by either party under an Application
or for the preparation of any future contract or Funding
Agreement will not be disclosed to a third party. By
submitting an Application, the Enterprise waives its right
to commence an action for breach of such a warranty
against PIRSA.
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Indemnities and Warranties
Applicants:

will be required to indemnify the Government of
South Australia, the Australian Government and
PIRSA against any environmental or other third party
damage caused by the Project;

will be required to provide details of warranties to
ensure that the infrastructure that is delivered under
this Program is constructed to specification;

should note that the Government of South Australia
will not accept any responsibility for any legal
contracts already entered into, except where
explicitly agreed; and

will be required to provide evidence that they have
public liability insurance for at least $10 million prior
to the Project commencing.
15. Publicity and Acknowledgement
of Australian Government Support
All publicity for a Project shall give appropriate recognition to the
role of the RDIF, the Government of South Australia and the
Australian Government in supporting that Project. This includes
invitations to participate in formal Project opening or launch
ceremonies and publicity events. PIRSA will work with
successful Applicants with respect to Project publicity and
communications.
16.
Complaints
A PIRSA customer service charter has been developed as part
of our commitment to continuing improvement in all aspects of
client service delivery. The charter sets out the standards of
service clients can expect from us, their rights and
responsibilities. The charter applies to everyone who has contact
with PIRSA, including government agencies, community
organisations, industry and members of the public. The service
charter is available at
http://pir.sa.gov.au/top_menu/about_us/corporate_policies
Complaints about the RDIF will be addressed following the
procedures outlined in the service charter.
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I. GLOSSARY
Applicant
Under this Program ‘Applicant’ refers to the legal
entity that may be eligible to apply for, or has
applied for funding.
Application
The required documentation and information to
be completed and lodged online using the RDIF
SmartForm.
Application Deadline
The time at which Applicants must have
submitted an Application for consideration in the
funding round, being 5pm ACST on Monday 18
May 2015.
Due Diligence
A measure of prudence activity, or assiduity, as
is properly to be expected from, and ordinarily
exercised by, a reasonable and prudent person
under the particular circumstances; not
measured by any absolute standard but depends
on the relative facts of the case.
Deed of Grant
The legally binding contract to be executed
between the Minister (or Delegate) and the
successful Applicant.
Expert Assessment Panel
An Assessment Panel comprising requisite
technical, legal, environmental and regional skills
and knowledge to assess Applications submitted
under this Program.
PIRSA
Primary Industries and Regions SA.
Project
An activity, a suite of activities or a Project for which
Program funding is sought through the application and
assessment process by an Applicant.
Program (or RDIF)
South Australian River Murray Sustainability - Regional
Development and Innovation Fund (RDIF).
Region
The Region covered by the Program is defined as the area
contained within the Local Government Areas of Renmark
Paringa Council, Berri Barmera Council, the District Council of
Loxton Waikerie, District Council of Karoonda East Murray, Mid
Murray Council, the Rural City of Murray Bridge, Alexandrina
Council, the Coorong District Council and the Gerard Community
Council.
South Australian River Murray Sustainability Program
The $265 million funding initiative, including the $240 million 3IP
and $25 million Regional Economic Development element.
SARMS-3IP
The Irrigation Industry Improvement Program (SARMS-3IP) is
the $240 million program which allocates funding through three
distinct streams. Stream One – Irrigation Efficiency, Stream Two
– Water Return and Stream Three – Irrigation Industry
Assistance.
Guidelines
The current version of Program Guidelines
applicable to the current round of funding, being
Round Two.
Irrigation
The application of water to land.
Innovation
Innovation encompasses a product, process or
method that is either new, or significantly
improved, to the business, industry sector, or
global market.
Minister
The South Australian Minister for Regional
Development.
Opening Date
The time at which Applicants can access the
Guidelines and a SmartForm Application, being
Tuesday 7 April 2015.
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Primary Industries and Regions SA - PIRSA Government of South Australia
Level 16, 25 Grenfell Street, Adelaide
GPO Box 1671 Adelaide SA 5000
1300 364 322
www.pir.sa.gov.au/regions/sarms/regional_development_and_innovation_fund_rdif
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