Table Assessment criteria Key considerations – assessors will consider the following: Criterion Criterion 1: Does the applicant describe a clear and credible plan for undertaking Strategic the proposed feasibility study? approach to This must include a review of any prior studies and assessments. conducting the This may include relevant technical elements of the proposed proposed feasibility study study. Can the feasibility study be delivered in the proposed time frame (i.e. 25% by June 2019)? Criterion 2: Does the proposed feasibility study align with the objectives of the Alignment with Fund? Fund objectives Will the proposed feasibility study include a consideration of how the anticipated water infrastructure project will uphold the principles of the National Water Initiative? This must include discussion of the potential for National Water Initiative compliant water resource plans. 25% How does the proposed water infrastructure proposal relate to your state or territory long-term strategic plan? Criterion 3: The proportion of feasibility study costs being met by the applicant Proposed funding and any other parties, in-cash or in-kind (costs must be expressed contributions exclusive of GST). Are all contributions auditable? 5% Criterion 4: Are the costs appropriate for the proposed study, and are they well justified? Is this a value-for-money proposal? 20% Criterion 5: Risk Has the applicant described a clear and credible risk management management strategy? Where appropriate, have affected stakeholders been identified 15% and is there a plan to consult and engage? Criterion 6: Has the applicant demonstrated their capacity to deliver the Performance proposed feasibility study? history This must include relevant information of any key persons and contractors involved in the proposed feasibility study. 10%
Table Assessment criteria Criterion Key considerations – assessors will consider the following: Criterion 1: Strategic approach to conducting the proposed feasibility study 25% Does the applicant describe a clear and credible plan for undertaking the proposed feasibility study? This must include a review of any prior studies and assessments. This may include relevant technical elements of the proposed study. Can the feasibility study be delivered in the proposed time frame (i.e. by June 2019)? Criterion 2: Alignment with Fund objectives 25% Does the proposed feasibility study align with the objectives of the Fund? Will the proposed feasibility study include a consideration of how the anticipated water infrastructure project will uphold the principles of the National Water Initiative? This must include discussion of the potential for National Water Initiative compliant water resource plans. How does the proposed water infrastructure proposal relate to your state or territory long-term strategic plan? Criterion 3: Proposed funding contributions 5% The proportion of feasibility study costs being met by the applicant and any other parties, in-cash or in-kind (costs must be expressed exclusive of GST). Are all contributions auditable? Criterion 4: 20% Are the costs appropriate for the proposed study, and are they well justified? Is this a value-for-money proposal? Criterion 5: Risk management 15% Has the applicant described a clear and credible risk management strategy? Where appropriate, have affected stakeholders been identified and is there a plan to consult and engage? Criterion 6: Performance history 10% Has the applicant demonstrated their capacity to deliver the proposed feasibility study? This must include relevant information of any key persons and contractors involved in the proposed feasibility study.
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