Support the design, development, testing, validation of the FarmTechConnect AgTech Adoption program

Overview The Department of Primary Industries (DPI) is seeking supplier/s to provide specialist professional services supporting DPI-led delivery of FarmTechConnect. About The Department of Primary Industries (DPI), in partnership with Meat & Livestock Australia (MLA), is delivering FarmTechConnect (FTC), a structured extension and capability-building program to accelerate the adoption and effective integration of AgTech. Purpose DPI requires a consistent approach that enables extension providers to support producers to identify priority farm business challenges, assess digital readiness, evaluate suitable technologies and return on investment, develop staged adoption plans, and implement and integrate technology into existing production systems. The program must support productivity, profitability and resilience outcomes, with a primary focus on red meat enterprises and application to relevant mixed-farming systems. Scope The scope includes: Translating the pilot's findings, experience and available resources into an integrated package comprising the program framework, producer workbook, extension workflows, digital literacy learning materials, decision-support resources, facilitator training and implementation guidance Assessing existing pilot outputs and retaining, refining or adapting them where appropriate, with additional development directed towards identified gaps Testing the completed package with producers and extension personnel Refining the package through documented feedback Handing over the completed package with editable resources and clear guidance Delivering practical training to equip DPI and partner extension providers to confidently deliver, maintain and adapt the program beyond the supplier's engagement Contractor Requirements The supplier may engage subcontractors with relevant specialist expertise and will remain responsible for coordinating and delivering all contracted services and outputs DPI will retain overall responsibility for program leadership, producer-facing delivery and relationships with project partners Contract Terms and Conditions Contract Term: From the date of execution to 17 December 2027 (Comprehensive Contract Conditions v3.5)