Ignite Program 2026-27 - Stream B - Round 2
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About this tender
Overview The Department of Trade, Business and Asian Relations (NT) is inviting applications under the Ignite Program 2026-27, Stream B, Round 2. The Ignite Program is a Northern Territory Government initiative to support businesses to develop and commercialise innovative products and services and increase investment in Northern Territory start-ups. About The Program helps start-ups fast-track their innovation activities by providing expert advice, unlocking funding, and opening doors to potential investors. About Stream B, Creating Stream B supports eligible applicants to progress a validated innovation towards commercial readiness, market entry or investment readiness. Stream B is intended for applicants that have already developed an IPP or equivalent document and are ready to undertake practical development or commercialisation activity. Purpose The Program is intended to support increased development and commercialisation of innovative ideas, strengthen the Northern Territory innovation ecosystem, support investment readiness and generate economic benefit for the Territory. Eligibility Applicants must have already developed an Innovation Project Plan (IPP) or equivalent document Applicants must be ready to undertake practical development or commercialisation activity Instructions to Tenderers Further information on the Ignite Program is available at: Ignite Program website Enquiries Contact: Innovation Activation Role: Department Phone: 0889997373 Email: innovation@nt.gov.au
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