Grants up to $300,000 to support a broad range of new and innovative projects aimed at improving safety for motorcyclists in the state of Victoria.
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What is the Safer Motorcycling Grants Program?
The Safer Motorcycling Grants Program in Victoria is designed to enhance motorcyclist safety through a variety of innovative projects. With a total fund of $3.5 million, sourced from the Motorcycle Safety Levy, this initiative is managed by Road Safety Victoria, a part of the Department of Transport and Planning.
The program invites research organisations and industry to apply for funding to help support the delivery of projects in Technology and Intelligent Transport Solutions (ITS), Education and research, and Motorcycle Policy and Law.
Safer Motorcycling Grants Program level of support
- Maximum Funding: $300,000
- Co-Contribution: Not explicitly required, however, projects should not rely on other road safety budgets for funding.
Safer Motorcycling Grants Program important dates
- Closes: 14 March 2025
- Register your interest with GrantHelper
Safer Motorcycling Grants Program objectives
- To support the delivery of innovative projects that address key rider safety issues.
- To align with Victoria’s Safe System approach to road safety.
- To produce measurable and beneficial outcomes for the motorcycling community.
Projects and expenditure eligible for Safer Motorcycling Grants Program support
Examples of projects that support motorcyclist safety under the Program might include:
- Data Collection and Data Linkage: Enhancement of motorcycle serious injury and fatality data collection and data linkage to inform effective safety countermeasure development
- Protective Gear: Promotion or assessment of the effects of protective gear in the local context with the aim of encouraging the use of motorcycle protective gear amongst riders
- Safety Technologies: Development, application, and assessment of innovative and improved safety technologies in motorcycles
- Rider and Driver Behaviour: Identifying opportunities to change rider and driver behaviours and increase knowledge and awareness of motorcycle safety; or provide insights into methods for promoting safe behaviours
- Infrastructure research: Research into innovative road safety infrastructure treatments for motorcyclists
- Novice Riders: Programs to improve the safety of novice riders
- Education and awareness: Analysis, assessment and development of training, skills, knowledge and education
- Injured Riders: Research into treatment options for injured motorcyclists, or measures to assist first responders in locating injured motorcyclists along popular riding routes
- Speed: Strategies to address speed-related motorcycle trauma.
The following are not eligible for funding:
- Infrastructure (capital) projects: This includes initiatives such as barrier installation, intersection upgrades, traffic calming measures and road improvements;
- enforcement initiatives;
- route-based speed reduction initiatives;
- projects that are currently funded by DTP and/or our Road Safety Partners (including the Transport Accident Commission) or any other Government body;
- projects that employ the use of fear tactics such as graphic re-enactments, crashed motorcyclist displays and visits to or by an organisation that are based on shock tactics;
- projects that do not have a direct, and quantifiable, contribution to motorcycle safety; and
- improvement initiatives outside of Victoria that will not benefit Victorian motorcyclists.
See the guidelines for full details of projects and expenditure eligible for funding.
Other Safer Motorcycling Grants Program important details that you will need to know
Organisations eligible for Safer Motorcycling Grants Program support
To be eligible for funding, you must:
- Be incorporated under the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) or the Associations Incorporations Reform Act 2012 (Vic); and
- Have a current Australian Business Number (ABN).
Organisations outside of Victoria can apply. However, projects need to focus on safety improvements for motorcyclists in Victoria or have a national relevance.
See the guidelines for full details of organisational requirements.
Safer Motorcycling Grants Program assessment criteria
Applications will be assessed based on:
- Strategic Alignment and Safety Benefits: 30%
- Organisational Capacity: 25%
- Value for Money: 20%
- Project Monitoring, Risks, and Evaluation: 15%
- Population Applicability: 10%
Projects will be evaluated on their alignment with the Safe System model, capability to deliver within the two-year timeframe, and potential to produce quantifiable safety improvements.
See the guidelines for full details of the assessment criteria.
How do I get the Safer Motorcycling Grants Program?
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.
- Demonstrate a strong alignment with the fund’s objectives.
- Provide complete information requirements.
For an application to be considered the submission must outline how the project:
- Contributes to improving motorcyclist safety in Victoria by addressing key rider safety issues
- Is aligned with the Safe System approach
- Will be completed within two years of contract commencement
- Will produce relevant, clearly articulated and quantified project deliverables
- Builds on any previous work completed in the research domain
- Will not be funded from other road safety budgets
- Falls under one or more of the following themes, consistent with the MSL Strategic Guide to the Expenditure of the Motorcycle Safety Levy
- Education and Research
- Motorcycle Policy and Law
- Technology and Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS).
Information to prepare for the Safer Motorcycling Grants Program application
Applicants should prepare the following:
1. Organisational Details:
- Proof of incorporation under the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) or the Associations Incorporation Reform Act 2012 (Vic).
- Valid Australian Business Number (ABN).
2. Project Proposal:
- A detailed description of the project, including the alignment with the Safe System approach.
- Specific objectives the project aims to achieve within the themes of Technology and ITS, Education and Research, and Motorcycle Policy and Law.
- Explanation of how the project addresses key rider safety issues and builds on previous research.
- Clearly articulated and quantified deliverables expected from the project.
3. Budget and Funding:
- Detailed budget outlining all projected costs and expenditures for the project.
- Justification of the budget in terms of value for money and alignment with grant amount limitations ($300,000 excluding GST).
- A statement clarifying that the project will not receive funding from other road safety budgets.
4. Evidence of Capability:
- Details of previous projects or research that demonstrate the organisation’s ability to successfully deliver on project objectives.
- Information on the project team’s expertise and resources available to support the project execution.
5. Letters of Support (if applicable):
- For joint applications, include letters of support from all partnering organisations detailing their role, commitment, and resources they will contribute to the project.
6. Additional Documentation:
- Any required approvals or endorsements that may be necessary depending on the nature of the project, such as ethics approvals for research involving human participants.
7. Risk Assessment:
- Assessment of potential risks associated with the project along with strategies for mitigation.
See the guidelines for more details of information requirements.
Applying for the Safer Motorcycling Grants Program
Interested parties can submit their applications through the Department of Transport and Planning’s official portal.
Register your interest with GrantHelper to explore your alignment with this grant and how we can assist you to increase your chances of success.
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