Broadband-Enabled Innovation Program

Broadband-Enabled Innovation Program



Expressions of Interest (EOI) for Round 2 closed on 4 November 2011.

The Stage 1 EOI assessment process is currently being finalised and we thank applicants for their patience. Letters advising the Stage 1 outcomes will be sent to all applicants in the week beginning 20 February 2012.

For more information about BEIP Round 2 go to www.mmv.vic.gov.au/beipround2

The Broadband-Enabled Innovation Program (BEIP) promotes the effective use of broadband lead adoption and innovative information and communication technology (ICT).

BEIP is a new grant program that funds innovative projects to develop new ways of working and improving service delivery in business, government and the community through the use of high-capacity broadband.

BEIP aims to:


  • Assist collaborations between Victoria’s sectors including ICT, government, community and industry
  • Encourage Victorians to develop and pilot applications and services ready for use on high-capacity broadband
  • Harness high-capacity broadband networks to achieve economic, social and environmental benefits.

How does the program work?


The program will have a two-stage competitive selection process:

Stage 1:
Applicants must submit a short Expression of Interest application form outlining their project idea.

Stage 2:
If shortlisted, applicants will then be supported to produce a detailed business plan for their project.

Idea
Application Stage: Expression of Interest
Plan
Application Stage 2: Business Plan
Fund
Contract the project
Do
Implement the project
Share
Communicate the project


How can I apply or learn more about the BEIP?


Applications are currently closed for Round 1 of the BEIP and Expressions of Interest for Round 2 of the BEIP closed on Friday, 4 November 2011. For more information go to www.mmv.vic.gov.au/beipround2

Please download the Broadband-Enabled Innovation Program fact sheet (PDF, 283KB, 2 pages) for more information on:

  • What broadband can do
  • How the program works
  • Key aims of BEIP
  • Who can apply for funding
  • Funding arrangements

If you have any questions or would like more information email beip@dbi.vic.gov.au