ReMade in Queensland

To be eligible, an applicant must be one standalone entity or a group of entities (see below) that:

• is a Queensland-Based Business:

1. 1. whose principal activity and majority annual turnover is derived from Manufacturing, as defined under Division C of the Australian Bureau of Statistics’ Australian and New Zealand Standard Industrial Classification (ANZSIC) 2006 or
   2. is a Recycler seeking to transition to manufacture new products, by bridging the gap between waste management and Manufacturing through repurposing recycled materials into a product

• is registered for GST and holds an active Australian Business Number (ABN)
• operates independently and has control of its own corporate governance and decision making
• is an SME with between five and 200 Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) Employees. A minimum of five FTE Employees must be located in Queensland
• has a proposed Eligible Project that meets the requirements set out in Section 2.3.2 with Eligible Project Costs more than the minimum grant funding amount
• will own any equipment to be purchased under the proposed Eligible Project
• has the financial capacity and standing necessary to successfully undertake and complete the proposed Eligible Project recognising that grant payments are made in arrears
• accepts that the Department may require security over any or all of Eligible Project items for the duration of up to seven years
• has not, and must not be an Associated Entity of an entity that has, received (or is about to receive) funding under any round of the MIQ Program or ReMIQ Program that in aggregate exceeds, or will exceed, funding of $2.5 million (excluding GST)
• is not insolvent or does not have owners or directors that are an undischarged bankrupt
• is not a federal, state or local government entity, statutory authority or special purpose vehicle or not-for-profit organisation.

Your project must include advanced robotics and/or Industry 4.0 and/or 5.0 equipment and may include plans, strategies and associated eligible costs outlined below:

Advanced robotics and/or Industry 4.0 and/or 5.0 Equipment

New equipment, purchase, installation, commissioning and training, including but not limited to:

• simulation or digital twin
• new and advanced robotics or cobotics
• equipment which automates existing processes
• autonomous equipment
• augmented or virtual reality equipment.

Equipment should be integrated with existing systems, processes or workflow, and must not duplicate existing equipment within the business or its associated entities regardless of location.

The Industry 4.0 or 5.0 aspect can include:

• big data, artificial intelligence (AI) analytics, digital connectivity, Internet of Things (IoT), digital twin.

The equipment must utilise Waste Streams to manufacture or remanufacture a new or existing product line.

The equipment should include energy monitoring capability.

Plans and strategies critical to the success of the proposed ReMIQ project

Professional assistance to deliver a strategy or plan

• professional advice to develop a strategy or plan on optimising/augmenting current resources/equipment or new equipment/technology investment (planning), including an integration of advanced technologies plan – focused on designing waste reduction out of the manufacturing processes
• professional advice encompassing greenhouse gasses accounting and environmental product footprint analysis (life cycle assessment)

Associated project costs critical to the success of the proposed ReMIQ project

• servers to accommodate advanced systems and process connectivity to be installed as part of the project
• software licensing (up to 12 months) where the software is required to operate the new equipment or implement the system or process
• training to support implementation of a new software system or integrated technology
• freight of Eligible Project items (equipment) to the project site
• cybersecurity

Ineligible Project costs include costs and expenses associated with:

• projects generating single-use disposable items without reuse, Recycling or end of life prospects (ie. being discarded as landfill) that oppose Circular Economy Principles
• project costs incurred or paid prior to the execution of the ReMIQ Funding Agreement
• proposed project or project item/s that are the same as a project or project item/s approved under any previous round of MIQ where an agreement has already been entered into (or about to be entered into) between the Department and the applicant
• proposed project or project item/s that are the same as a project or project item/s subject to funding (either already under contract or contract pending) under any other local, state (including interstate) or federal government grant or scheme
• preparing an application for the ReMIQ Program, including any third-party consultant costs involved in the preparation of materials in support of a Stage 1 EOI Application and/or Stage 2 Detailed Proposal Application or any associated reports used as the basis for an application
• salaries for staff or the costs associated with any human resources activities of the entity
• project items where the applicant (or Associated Entity) is the supplie
• normal operations (e.g., utilities charges, telecommunications charges, standard tool or machinery hire/purchases, licensing fees except those outlined in Section 2.3.3, membership fees, etc)
• repair, maintenance or like-for-like replacement of existing equipment, technology, systems or processes
• duplication of existing equipment within the business or its associated entities regardless of location
• duplication of existing software within the business or its associated entities regardless of location
• equipment, technology, systems or processes not considered to be Industry Leading
• equipment, technology, systems or processes which do not constitute, relate to or improve a Manufacturing process
• development and build of equipment for demonstration purposes (that is, equipment and components not being used for the manufacture of products), and equipment built for proof of concept purposes
• equipment, technologies, systems or processes which are standard, mundane, ‘everyday’, not advanced or not Industry Leading
• second-hand, leased or hire-purchased equipment, or purchase of equipment to be leased or sold to a third party (i.e. not an applicant entity)
• freight or carriage services other than those associated with Eligible Project items
• modifications or extensions to existing infrastructure or construction of new infrastructure (including wiring, cabling and plumbing installation, renovations of buildings, building extensions, telecommunications, server rooms etc)
• design and printing of promotional materials, website design and development, advertising and animation, copyright and development of promotional material or any online content
• exhibiting at trade shows, visiting overseas trade events, study tours or conventions
• travel and accommodation
• general on-the-job training and supervision, training courses, training programs and further education (e.g., Certificates III & IV)
• vehicle repair, maintenance, purchasing or leasing
• fees and charges associated with quality accreditation, certification, compliance, and registering domestic or international patents or other intellectual property protection
• legal advice and intellectual property rights advice of any kind
• consultants or contractors that are Associated Entities
• research and development
• commercialisation of products that do not align with the current activities of the business
• funding for project contingencies or cost overruns
• installation and training not demonstrated to be critical to the correct functioning of equipment, technologies, systems or processes which is part of a ReMIQ Eligible Project
• statutory fees and charges
• other project costs that the Department considers, acting reasonably, are not reasonably incurred by the applicant primarily for or in connection with the Eligible Project.

1. Demonstrating the direct alignment of the proposed project with the principles and practices of the Circular Economy and a detailed explanation of the Recycled Material Streams that the proposed project will utilise. (Stage 1 – 30%, Stage 2 – 20%)
2. A demonstration of the project’s direct alignment through implementation of plant, equipment, processes and systems, promoting the increased use of Recycled Material Streams in Manufacturing and supporting business transformation by embracing Industry 4.0 and/or 5.0 (Stage 1 – 30%, Stage 2 – 20%)
3. The project will support current Manufacturing jobs and will create new High-Skilled Manufacturing Jobs in Queensland. (Stage 1 – 20%, Stage 2 – 20%)
4. The project aligns with the strategic direction of the business and will increase profitability and sustainability. (Not scored at EOI, Stage 2 – 10%)
5. The project demonstrates value for money to the business, the local market, and the State. (Stage 1 – 10%, Stage 2 – 10%)
6. Demonstrated ability to deliver the project, and to deliver within stated budget and timeframes (Not scored at EOI, Stage 2 – 10%)
7. Regional weighting will be applied to the scores of applicants with a project site located outside the boundaries of the following Local Government Areas: Brisbane City, Gold Coast City, Ipswich City, Logan City, Moreton Bay Regional, Noosa Regional, Redlands City, Sunshine Coast Regional (Stage 1 – 10%, Stage 2 – 10%)

Applicants must:

• Read and understand the guidelines.
• Ensure eligibility for the funding. Applicants that do not meet all the eligibility criteria will not be considered.
• Deliver the project as outlined in the application.
• Provide complete information requirements.

The first stage of the application process involves submitting a Stage 1 Application. A completed Stage 1 EOI Application form must include:

• information on the applicant entity or entities
• written answers to every applicable question. Answers solely in the form of external links will not be accepted
• a description of the proposed ReMIQ project that aligns with Eligibility Criteria and Assessment Criteria (specified in Sections 2.3 and 2.7)
• identification of how the proposed project will achieve one or more of the Program Objectives (specified in Section 2.2)
• a high-level project cost breakdown in Australian dollars, which includes Eligible Project cost and Ineligible Project cost items
• the employment outcomes including retaining, creating and upskilling jobs
• information about the project’s expected benefits, including productivity, Waste Stream use and volume, product output and value for money to the business, the local region or supply chain and the State
• confirmation of completion of research and development, the project must be ready to commence when the funding agreement is executed
• a high-level project plan, outlining scope and risks
• a high-level project timeline or Gantt chart showing the project delivery timeframe and key milestones
• applicant’s declaration.

The highest-ranking applicants from the Stage 1 assessment will be invited to progress to Stage 2.

Stage 2 Applications must include:

• all information requested by the Department
• evidence that the business can fund the project costs not funded by the ReMIQ Program grant.
• if the applicant’s business has been in operation

1. 1. for three years or more: three years of financial statements including profit and loss, balance sheet and statement of cash flows (where available) including notes to the accounts that are either Accountant prepared, audited and certified (preferred) or Accountant prepared and signed financial statements
   2. for less than three years: a statement of viability and a ‘management accounts’ report prepared by an Accountant

• forecast financial and employment information for the next five years
• certificates of currency for insurances (e.g. public liability, Workcover, general insurance)
• a detailed project cost breakdown in Australian dollars, supported by Quotes, which includes Eligible Project cost and Ineligible Project cost items. Note that only Eligible Project cost items supported by Quotes will be eligible for an offer of funding
• multiple Quotes (where available) per item where funding is sought, and detail of the project governance process
• a detailed plan, which should include an executive summary, goals, objectives, project scope, implementation plan, risk management, and resource/team description including resumes or evidence of experience
• a detailed project timeline or Gantt chart showing the project delivery timeframe and key milestones.
• evidence to support claims (or the rationale behind claims) about the project’s expected benefits, including productivity, Waste Stream use and volume, profitability and value for money to the business, the local region or supply chain and the State (e.g. strategic plan, External Business Evaluation, workforce development and training plan, market research)
• evidence to demonstrate that the proposed project directly aligns with the applicant’s strategic direction
• applicant’s declaration

Stage 2 Detailed Proposal Applications will be assessed and scored against the Assessment Criteria.

Applications must be submitted via the Department’s grants system using the forms provided and by the closing date for both Stage 1 and (if applicable) Stage 2.

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