Background
The current AgriFutures Ginger Program RD&E Plan is nearing the end of its term. As part of the end-of-plan process, AgriFutures Australia requires an economic evaluation of the implementation of the Ginger Program RD&E Plan (2022-2027) to date.
This Request for Quotation (RFQ) is seeking services from an individual or organisation to undertake an end-of-plan cost-benefit analysis of the AgriFutures Ginger Program RD&E Plan (2022-2027) in accordance with the Council of Rural Research and Development Corporations’ (CRRDC) guidelines.
The outcome of this project is to provide AgriFutures Australia with a report that details the overall benefit-cost ratio for investments made during the life of the Ginger Program RD&E Plan and evaluates how those investments aligned with the plan’s priorities. It should include, but not be limited to, the following:
- Inform industry, the community and government about the return on investment (ROI) of the AgriFutures Ginger Program.
Support RD&E planning and decision-making by detailing current progress towards the priorities and outcomes of the Ginger Program RD&E Plan. - Signal to researchers, collaborators and industry stakeholders how current investments are performing in addressing the Ginger Program RD&E Plan.
- Ensure good governance and transparency in the administration and management of the AgriFutures Ginger Program.
- Conduct a full benefit-cost analysis of the investments made over the five years of the plan.
Individuals or organisations making a submission are required to have an understanding the methodology behind RDC research, development and extension strategic plans and the CRRDC impact assessment guidelines.
This Request for Quote closes on Friday, 23 October 2026 at 12 pm AEDT.
Project requirements
The following tasks are to be completed:
- Assess the performance and alignment of investments to the Ginger Program RD&E Plan (2022-2027) using the Council for Rural Research Development Corporations (CRRDC) framework.
Use targeted interviews to understand how investments made under the current plan meet the expectations and priorities of the ginger industry. - Conduct a Benefit-Cost Analysis (BCA) to quantify the economic benefits generated by the program’s investments in RD&E. This includes a robust BCA to estimate the program’s overall benefit-cost ratio (BCR).
- The evaluation approach should identify and briefly describe the impact pathway of each investment through a logical framework, including the activities, outputs, outcomes and realised or potential impacts.
- Suggest any gaps in the existing monitoring and evaluation plan for implementation through the remainder of the project. Provide a report to AgriFutures outlining the success of the plan to date, recommended changes, and recommended investment.
The final deliverables will include a report and presentation to the Ginger RD&E Advisory Panel and key industry stakeholders. The final report must be a professional document suitable for a wide range of stakeholders, including the AgriFutures Australia Board, the ginger industry, the industry’s RD&E Advisory Panel, and the Australian Government.
Project deliverables
- A Draft Report with raw data to be provided to the AgriFutures Ginger Program Manager for review.
- Review comments and feedback will be incorporated in a Final Report and delivered to AgriFutures Australia.
- Project summary document to be published on the AgriFutures website
- A presentation of key findings to the Ginger Program RD&E Advisory Panel and key industry stakeholders
Following execution of contract, or at the project inception meeting, AgriFutures Australia will provide project information and researcher contact details for all projects falling within the scope of the impact assessment.
Timeline
Activity |
Date |
RFQ – applications open |
Thursday, 1 October 2026 |
End of period for questions or requests for information |
Tuesday, 13 October 2026, 12pm AEDT |
RFQ – applications close |
Friday, 23 October 2026, 12pm AEDT |
Intended completion date of evaluation of responses |
Late October 2026 |
Expected execution of contract or issue of agreement |
November 2026 |
Date of commencement of project |
November 2026 |
Expected project completion date |
February 2027 |
Submitting a response
Applications for this Request for Quote must be submitted online using the application in K2.
Respondent’s will be expected to provide:
- A detailed project plan – including timelines, how the project will be conducted (methodology) and how this will meet the requirements of the RFQ. Addressing SMART (Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant and Timebound) milestones aligned to the deliverables of the project.
- Project Team & Experience: An overview of the key personnel who will be assigned to the project, including their qualifications and relevant experience in conducting economic analyses for the agricultural sector or RDCs.
- A detailed budget – attachments may be included.
- Examples of similar work the organisation/respondent has completed.
- Capability and relevant experience.
The resultant Contract is expected to commence on Monday, 9 November 2026.
It is expected that a contract will be awarded based on how well a respondent addresses the objectives of the open tender. Selection will be based on the evaluation criteria. A detailed response will be beneficial. There is the opportunity to include additional attachments with your application in K2 if necessary.
How to make a submission
Applications for this Request for Quote must be submitted online using the application in K2.
Users must create a K2 account before submitting a proposal. To set up a secure account before submitting a proposal, please visit the login page below to access our new user or new company request forms.
Usernames and passwords will only be issued while the applicable round is open.
Evaluation criteria
A respondent’s response will be evaluated against:
(a) The evaluation criteria identified in the tables below; and
(b) The overall proposition presented in the respondent’s response.
Mandatory Requirements |
Complies |
Are you a government approved service provider? |
Yes/No |
Testimonials/references |
Yes/No |
Assessment Criteria |
Weighting |
Project plan |
50% |
Capability and relevant experience |
20% |
Ability to meet the requirements |
20% |
Cost and value for money |
10% |
Desirable Requirements |
Complies |
Provide examples of your Organisation’s ability to provide a similar service. |
Yes/No |
Terms of reference
AgriFutures Australia uses standard form contracts and agreements for projects and research procured by AgriFutures Australia (please refer to https://www.agrifutures.com.au/contracts-and-agreements/). These contracts and agreements set out the terms on which AgriFutures Australia will engage successful applicants to carry out the project.
Applicants must be familiar with the contracts and agreements before submitting a response, and are advised to seek legal advice beforehand.
These contracts and agreements have been developed to reflect AgriFutures Australia’s statutory and other procurement responsibilities.
If you require any amendments to the standard agreement please complete the statement of non-compliance for each of the relevant clause. AgriFutures will then assess those requests.
Applicants will be taken to have agreed to all clauses in the Service Provider Agreement that are not referred to in a statement of non-compliance. The extent of any non-compliance will be a factor in AgriFutures Australia’s evaluation of the application.
If you require further information regarding these contracts and agreements please, contact
Stephanie-Kate Bratton, General Counsel via email .
Contact
Questions and requests for information about the RFQ should be directed to the Manager, Levied Industries (Ginger) prior to 12 noon (AEDT), Tuesday 13 October 2026 (for questions relating to making a submission in K2, please email ).
The Manager, Levied Industries (Ginger) will take written questions via email. Individual responses to questions relating to the RFQ will not be provided by the Coordinator or Manager. A response, along with the question, will be posted in the Frequently Asked Questions section below.
Frequently asked questions
Value for money is an essential criteria assessed with every funding call, the annual expenditure for the Ginger program is outlined in the AgriFutures Australia Annual Report.
The AgriFutures Ginger Program has invested in 24 projects of varying lengths and budgets over the life of the current RD&E Plan, there are a small number of projects initiated in the previous RD&E Plan where the final milestones are eligible to be included in this evaluation.
Any registered business can submit a proposal, the proposal must outline the capability and capacity of the team to conduct the work.
Proposals should include all the intended participants in the project, most importantly the Project lead and their supervisor and any additional support or contributors (i.e. students, co-collaborators, subcontractors and the like). Projects may include additional personnel after project initiation, upon discussion and written permission from AgriFutures.