Introduction to Research Tenders and Panels (Cat 2 and Cat 3 funding)

This session forms part of the 2025 Australian Research Funding Landscape series of workshops.

This session presented by Dr Sabina Doldor, Business Research Engagement Associate (UTS Research Office) will provide an overview of research tenders, outlining their purpose and the benefits of applying for tenders. It will explore common challenges and pitfalls encountered in the tendering process and offer strategies for overcoming them. Participants will gain insights into how to prepare competitive applications and will be introduced to key resources and support available to assist with the tender application process.

Learning outcomes:

(1) Key differences between research tenders and other types of funding (e.g. grants), 

(2) Benefits and challenges of applying for research tenders 

(3) Finding out about current opportunities and choosing suitable ones 

(4) Developing competitive tender applications.

Events in the 2025 Australian Research Funding Landscape series

• Wednesday 14 May - Introduction to the Australian Research Funding Landscape
• Tuesday 20 May - ARC and NHMRC crossover session
• Tuesday 27 May - ARC funding for ECRs
• Tuesday 17 June - Tenders
• Wednesday 16 July - Engaging with Industry and other clients
• Wednesday 23 July  - ARC funding for MCRs
• Thursday 24 July - Philanthropy and Impact
• Wednesday 30 July - Translating engagement with external partners to impact
• Monday 4 August - ARC funding for Senior researchers
• Tuesday 19 August - NHMRC funding
• Tuesday 26 August - MRFF funding

This is a UTS Aspire event. UTS Aspire is a program of pan-university research development opportunities led by the Research Capability and Development Team.