What is the maximum number of participants a proposal can have?
There is no maximum number of organisations that can partner in a project application. However, the lead applicant must be a South Australian small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) or start-up and there must be at least one international partner.
Can lead applicants partner with interstate organisations and universities?
Yes, the lead applicant can partner with industry and/or universities in other Australian states or territories. Minimum eligibility requirements are for one international partner organisation and the lead applicant must be South Australian-based.
What types or organisations are eligible to participate as the international partner?
International Partner Organisations can be from government, industry or academia.
What is the matched funding requirement?
Matched 1:1 funding is required of up to $100,000 per application. A minimum of 10% must be contributed as cash. Examples of in-kind contributions include staff time, use of specialised equipment and resources.
Does the total Fund amount include GST?
No, the Funding amount is exclusive of GST.
Who owns the IP generated?
Ownership of the Intellectual Property (IP) developed using the funds will be retained by the successful applicants. Project team partners are encouraged to discuss background and foreground IP arrangements early in the proposal development process.
How is an SME defined for this Fund?
For the purpose of this Fund, an SME is defined in accordance with the Australian Bureau of Statistics definition. This defines an SME as an organisation with less than 200 full-time equivalent employees.
Can I speak to someone about my proposal?
Queries about the Fund can be emailed to spaceoffice@sa.gov.au at any time.
Applicants can also request to speak with a representative of the Fund team to discuss their proposals and ask specific questions. This option is available to anyone interested in applying for the Fund.
Please include ‘South Australian Space Collaboration and Innovation Fund – (nature of the enquiry)’ in the subject line. A response will be provided within three business days.
What types of projects are eligible for funding eg. products or services?
Both product and service innovations are applicable for this Fund.
The South Australian Space Collaboration and Innovation Fund aims to support the rapid transition of space technology to operational use while growing the South Australian space ecosystem through international collaboration.
Can my organisation be involved in multiple proposals?
Yes, organisations can be involved in multiple proposals. However, individual organisations can only be the lead applicant on one proposal. They can participate as a partner in additional applications.