Supply Chain Capacity Program WA

About this grant

This program provides funding to WA sheep producers and supply chain businesses to adjust to the removal of live sheep exports by sea and moderate the impact of the change.

Eligibility requirements

All of the following criteria must be met:

• Sheep producers and processors in wa.
• Applicants must:
• Be operating or intending to operate in wa's sheep supply chain
• Be a private sector business (including incorporated trustees), a public company, grower cooperative, conglomerate, formal/informal partnership or similar organisation
• Hold an australian business number (abn) and be registered for goods and services tax (gst) in australia
• Have been in operation for a minimum of 2 years (or similar established track record or demonstrated record of industry operation)
• Intend to locate their project in regional and/or metropolitan wa.
• Supplychaincapacity@dpird.wa.gov.au
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What the funding covers

• Funding varies.

How to apply

1. 1Confirm readiness: Ensure you meet criteria (e.g., ABN, turnover limits, GST registration), align project objectives with grant goals, and estimate time for evidence gathering and writing.
2. 2Gather evidence: Collect documents like financials, business plans, market research, project budgets, resumes, risk analysis, and support letters to prove capability and impact.
3. 3Register/log in: Obtain an Australian Business Number (ABN) if needed, sign into the relevant portal (e.g., Business Grants Hub portal), and note any prerequisites like advisory service reports.
4. 4Prepare and write application: Address all selection criteria clearly (project details, government alignment, costs, outcomes, benefits); keep concise, factual, and compelling; validate for completeness.
5. 5Review, approve, and submit: Proofread, get stakeholder sign-off, submit online via the portal before deadline (no late entries); expect eligibility check, merit assessment, and outcome notification.
6. 6Visit https://business.gov.au/grants-and-programs/supply-chain-capacity-program-wa for application details

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