Department of Primary Industries · Awarded contract
Awarded

Aerial Distribution of Fire Ant Treatment Products via Rotary Wing Aircraft

Awarded 14 Oct 2025

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Awarded14 Oct 2025
Value$4,655,851.20
SupplierIndependent Aviation Pty LtdABN 28094748491
AgencyDepartment of Primary Industries
StateQLD
CategoryAgriculture & Farming
Ended 4mo ago9mo term
Awarded 14 Oct 2025Expired 30 June 2026

About

Department of Primary Industries awarded a contract to Independent Aviation Pty Ltd for aerial services involving rotary wing distribution of fire ant treatment products under the FAST program.

The contract value is AUD 4,655,851.2.

Source recordDPI25109PO Box 1038N, Cairns North Qld 4870

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