Open government and public tenders
Find open Australian and New Zealand tenders by state, then write a winning response with Scryve.
Find open Australian and New Zealand tenders by state, then write a winning response with Scryve.
Find open Australian and New Zealand tenders by state, then write a winning response with Scryve.
The Grants and Sponsorship Program assists eligible groups and individuals with funds and in-kind support to host community events, upgrade infrastructure or facilitate art projects to meet community needs and improve quality of life in accordance with the Strategic Plan. The program will ensure that council funding is administered to all individuals and groups in an equitable manner in two funding rounds each year. The Grants and Sponsorship Program guidelines provide an overview of the guidelines and information required to complete an application for review by Council, in addition to directions for the acquittal process following projects and events. For in-kind support requests outside of the two funding rounds, a quick response grant application or event equipment sponsorship application must be completed and emailed to city@mountgambier.sa.gov.au Quick Response Grant Funds to support small funding programs which were previously open on an ongoing basis throughout the year. Up to $2,000, Ongoing - four week assessment and notification process. Application Form Community Event Grant Funds provided to major/significant events held within the region to attract substantial economic benefit and visitation to Mount Gambier. $2,001 to $15,000, Two rounds each financial year. Application Form Corporate Sponsorship Funds for large scale signature events or programs that have the potential to be regionally, nationally or internationally significant which provide substantial visitation, media coverage, profiling opportunities and positive economic impact for Mount Gambier. Over $15,000, Two rounds each financial year. Application Form Community Strengthening Grant Funds for community projects that support community quality of life, increase the usage of community facilities and/or encourage people to participate in community services and activities. Up to $10,000, Two rounds each financial year. Application Form Event Equipment Sponsorship To support events with small equipment needs only, with no option for delivery or return of equipment. Up to $500, Ongoing - four week assessment and notification process. Application Form Venue Sponsorship Funds for the use of nominated Council facilities to support local not for profit organisation to deliver activities that provide meaningful social impact and respond to community need. Limited funds available, Ongoing – four week assessment and notification process. Application Form Sport and Recreation Capital Works Funds to assist in the development of, and/or capital renewal, of sport and recreation infrastructure within Mount Gambier. Up to $50,000 – minimum total project cost of $10,000, One round each financial year. Application Form Creative Arts Fund The Creative Arts Fund provides artists, community groups and non profit community based organisations for creative public art projects within Mount Gambier. Minimum total project cost of $3,000, One round each financial year. Application Form **No closing date provided please confirm with the issuer.**
A strong tender response is clear, compliant, and backed by evidence. These steps apply to most Australian and New Zealand public tenders.
Open the official listing and download the full tender pack. Note the response schedules, evaluation criteria, mandatory conditions, and the exact closing time and lodgement method.
Check licences, insurances, certifications, and any conformance requirements before you commit. A quick bid or no-bid decision saves days of wasted effort on a tender you cannot win.
Respond to each evaluation criterion directly and back your claims with concrete examples, referees, and past performance. Address the buyer’s stated need, not a generic capability statement.
Submit through the source portal well before the deadline. Late or incorrectly lodged bids are almost always rejected, so leave time for uploads, portal errors, and last-minute questions.
