Norfolk Island Regional Council (Council) is seeking an experienced and qualified Consultant to provide Scientific Advice and Services to the ongoing Norfolk Island Argentine Ant Eradication Program.
Argentine Ants were identified on Norfolk Island in 2005. Argentine Ants are considered one of the world’s most invasive species. On Norfolk Island, Argentine Ants are primarily a threat to local agriculture and the natural environment, particularly nesting seabirds.
An eradication program for Argentine Ants on Norfolk Island commenced in 2008. Funding and resourcing dedicated to the program since this time has varied, as have the success rates. The eradication program is currently delivered by the Council, funded by the Australian Government under a Service Delivery Agreement between Council and the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Communications.
The program has been designed by the CSIRO and is titled the Argentine Ant Eradication Strategy Norfolk Island 2022-2026. The program operates under the advice provided by the Technical Advisor, as nominated by CSIRO. The Australian Government has committed funding for the project until June 2026.
All correspondence regarding this RFQ must be submitted in writing via Vendor Panel.
RFQ 03/2025 AAEP Scientific Services - Parts A to C(PDF, 334KB)
RFQ 03/2025 AAEP Scientific Services - Part D(PDF, 434KB)