Request for tender - ‘5th quarter’ Objective Measurement – Wellness Grading Cues Proof of Concept

The purpose of this call for proposals is to identify and partially validate a proof-of-concept technology capable of objectively measuring beef and sheepmeat for desired super-nutrient application. The goal is to develop a pathway logic for a nutritive/wellness/mood grading cue or trait that can be objectively measured thereby creating higher value by procuring and capturing a sought-after trait. MLA is seeking co-investment proposals from technology companies and research institutions able to describe and demonstrate their concepts.

Expressions of Interest must be lodged electronically as a Word document to Jack Cook jcook@mla.com.au along with other requirements of this terms of reference.

Applications must be received by 5pm AEDT on Friday 27th February 2026.

• Request for Tender
• Project application form

For more information, please contact:

Jack Cook

MLA Project Manager – Supply Chain Technology

Phone: 0409 312 515

Email: jcook@mla.com.au