Questions & Answers

What is the maximum award value?

The applicant is required to determine the financial support necessary to carry out the proposed research project to evaluate the cost-benefit of BSE testing.  The budget, requested as part of the proposal, must carefully document and clearly justify all the expected costs of the proposed research.    

Is the research project a theoretical exercise to establish costs and benefits of moving to a voluntary BSE testing protocol?

The research project is not a theoretical exercise but rather a practical appraisal process which will help guide decisions in the future.   The cost-benefit analysis of using post-mortem or pre-mortem tests (currently in development) will determine whether the potential costs associated with BSE testing would deliver increased opportunities.  The research project is expected to use all appropriate available information and data to gather accurate estimated outcomes.

Should the proposal determine the implications external factors may have on BSE testing?

External factors are important to incorporate in research proposals as all developments, decisions or changes related to BSE testing will undoubtedly influence choices as they impacts domestic and international trade.  

Is the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) aware of the Request for Proposals?

The CFIA is aware of the Request for Proposals.  Input from the CFIA, the Canadian regulatory body, would be beneficial to incorporate within your research process.