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BlakFirst.
The NTIBN acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the Traditional Owners of the
lands and waters where
our businesses are founded and will grow. We recognise Countrymen from all over the nation, and are
proud of the resilience,
strength and survival of our people. We are grateful for each unique nation across Australia that so
generously shares
their space, time and stories with us. We recognise, respect, prioritise and preference Aboriginal and
Torres Strait
Islander ways of being, knowing and doing.
Importantly, NTIBN acknowledges all Aboriginal and
Torres Strait
Islander business owners, for the significant, empowering, innovative and lasting economic impact we are
creating. Together
we are Closing the Gap and generating new futures for our peoples.
The NT Government will be subsidising membership & renewal fees by 50% for all Aboriginal Businesses
The Blak
Business Directory
Promoting and elevating NT Indigenous Businesses through
improved economic growth and prosperity
Upholding verification integrity through process
1
Application
Quick and Easy
Complete the online form and upload evidence. Ensure you have your Certificate of Aboriginality and Business information handy (e.g., status, type, location, proportion of Indigenous staff, ownership structure, evidence of trade and core activities).
2
Assessment
Ensure Authenticity
Through assessment we confirm the authenticity of the Aboriginal Business owner. No Stat Dec’s. We verify management and control of our Aboriginal businesses and confirm via Interviews. No turnover limit. Recognising microenterprise as authentic Aboriginal businesses.
3
Provisional Cert
Immediate Recognition
When the NTIBN membership assessment team has verified your application you will receive immediate recognition through provisional certification. This means that there is no wait period between this step and the NTIBN Board ratification of your certification. You can immediately access member benefits during your provisional period and tender for work as a certified Aboriginal business.
4
Live Profile
Online Presence
Complete your business and owner profiles to go live on the BBD. Your online presence will demonstrate capability and prequalification identifiers for industry and procurers. Professionally market your business and make it easy for potential clients to engage you for supply of goods and services.
5
Board Ratification
Ratify Application
NTIBN Board, made up of Aboriginal Business owners, makes a final decision to either ratify, extend your provisional certification or deny your application.
6
Full Certification
Badge Supplied
Congratulations! You have now been fully ratified as an iNDiSTRY Certified business. This is recognised through provision of a member badge to use in your materials as evidence of your authenticity as a robust Aboriginal Business Enterprise.
Subscriber benefits
Indigenous Supply
Chain Diversity
Access the premier marketplace for
#BlakVendors; unlock new business
opportunities and strengthen support of
the Aboriginal Community.
Indigenous Procurement
Policy (IPP) Fulfilment
Search for and connect with certified
Indigenous suppliers easily to meet
necessary
IPP compliance requirements.
Enhanced Blak Business
Search Capability
Clearly identified registration status and
certified Indigenous ownership of
Blak
Businesses searchable by industry
and location.
Support Aboriginal
Economic development
NTIBN is at the forefront of Aboriginal
economic development, putting
Aboriginal
businesses in the leadership
position for
economic development to unlock the NT’s rich
and grand Aboriginal estate.
Connect with Blak Business
for RFQ’s and EOI’s
Quickly source required skill sets for RFQ’s or
EOI’s via Blak Business profiles and then easily
connect to create new business partnerships.
Preferred Certifier for
Blak Businesses
Our robust multi stage verification process
makes NTIBN the preferred
certifying
authority in NT with guaranteed
authenticity
of Indigenous Businesses.
Subscription
Membership
iNDiSTRY Connect profile on the Blak Business Directory
Member discounts for NTIBN’s services and products
Member discounts to networking opportunities and events
Member discounts to premier events and Industry Briefings
Access to NTIBN’s #BlakFirst policies
Advocacy at the local and national level
Authenticity as a positive #BlakBuyer, #Blakgrower and #Blakemployer
Collaborative and promotional opportunities
Govt visibility for procurement opportunities
Access to the National Indigenous Chamber of Commerce Networks.
Access to iNDiSTRY North – NT Indigenous Business and Employment Hub
Access to NTIBN’s network - The Blak Business Directory
Visibility and recognition as a certified Aboriginal Business
50% Off Fees
Certified Member
Certified Membership are for majority Indigenous controled businesses that are a minimum of 51% Indigenous owned
Sole Trader*$150
$75
/year
Billed annually
Not for Profit$250
$125
/year
Billed annually
Company$300
$150
/year
Billed annually
*Monthly billing available for $20 $10 per month
Certified Rates
Certified Rates
Certified Rates
Ally Member
For businesses that don’t meet the Certified criteria but supports Indigenous business and/or employment
$500
/year
Billed annually
Add Blak Business Directory access for $1000 $800/year
Ally Rates
Ally Rates
Ally Rates
The Blak Business Directory
Support Blak Business and subscribe now to iNDiSTRY Connect – the BBD #BuyBlak #GrowBlak #EmployBlak
$1000*
/year
Billed annually
*Quarterly billing available for $275 per quarter
The Blak Business Directory
Support Blak Business and subscribe now to iNDiSTRY Connect – the BBD #BuyBlak #GrowBlak #EmployBlak
$1000*
/year
Billed annually
*Quarterly billing available for $275 per quarter
Membership
50% Off Fees
Certified Member
Certified Membership are for majority Indigenous controlled businesses that are a minimum of 51% Indigenous owned
Sole Trader*
$75
/year
Billed annually
$150
/year
Sole Trader*
$125
/year
Billed annually
$250
/year
Sole Trader*
$150
/year
Billed annually
$300
/year
*Monthly billing available for $20 $10 per month
Ally Member
For businesses that don’t meet the Certified criteria but supports Indigenous business and/or employment
$500
/year
Billed annually
Add Blak Business Directory access $1000 reduced down to $800/year
Benefits
iNDiSTRY Connect profile on the Blak Business Directory
Member discounts for NTIBN’s services and products
Member discounts to networking opportunities and events
Member discounts to premier events and Industry Briefings
Access to NTIBN’s #BlakFirst policies
Advocacy at the local and national level
Authenticity as a positive #BlakBuyer, #Blakgrower and #Blakemployer
Collaborative & promotional opportunities
Govt visibility for procurement opportunities
Access to the National Indigenous Chamber of Commerce Networks.
Access to iNDiSTRY North – NT Indigenous Business and Employment Hub
Access to NTIBN’s network - The Blak Business Directory
Visibility and recognition as a certified Aboriginal Business
Certified
Member
Ally
Member
Eligibility Criteria
Is 51% or more Indigenous owned.
Is Aboriginal controlled and managed.
Hold a current and valid ABN
Registered Australian Business
Evidence of Trade
They must have an Aboriginal Supply Chain Commitment or Procurement Policy (or similar)AND 2 or more of the following:
+ RAP;
+ Aboriginal Engagement Strategy;
+ Aboriginal Employment Policy;
+ An Aboriginal person on the Board;
+ An Aboriginal person in a senior position;
+ Regular Aboriginal Cultural Safety training;
+ A partnership with an Aboriginal Business;
+ An Aboriginal employment rate above 15%
Hold a current and valid ABN
Registered Australian Business
Evidence of Trade
Eligibility Criteria
Is 51% or more Indigenous owned.
Is Aboriginal controlled and managed.
Have either an Aboriginal Supply Chain Commitment or Procurement Policy (or similar).
AND 2 or more of the following:
+ RAP;
+ Aboriginal Engagement Strategy;
+ Aboriginal Employment Policy;
+ An Aboriginal person on the board;
+ An Aboriginal person on the senior position;
+ An Aboriginal person on the senior position;
+ An Aboriginal person on the senior position;
+ An Aboriginal person on the senior position;
Evidence of Aboriginality
=
Have either an Aboriginal Supply Chain Commitment or Procurement Policy (or similar).
AND 2 or more of the following:
+ RAP;
+ Aboriginal Engagement Strategy;
+ Aboriginal Employment Policy;
+ An Aboriginal person on the Board;
+ An Aboriginal person in a senior position;
+ Regular Aboriginal Cultural Safety training;
+ A partnership with an Aboriginal Business;
+ An Aboriginal employment rate above 15%
=
Hold a current and valid ABN
Registered Australian Business
Evidence of trade
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an Aboriginal Business Enterprise?
What is an Aboriginal Business Enterprise?
An Aboriginal Business Enterprise is a business or community organisations that meets the following criteria:
. Is 51% or more Aboriginal owned;
. That is operating as a business, including companies, incorporated associations, sole traders, partnerships, trusts and social enterprises or registered charities if they are operating as a business;;
.Can demonstrate that Aboriginal and Torres Strait islander people are involved in the daily operation of the Enterprise and have effective control at least equal to the degree of ownership; and;
. Is registered with a Certifying authority.
What is a Certifying Authority?
What is a Certifying Authority?
A Certifying Authority is an Aboriginal Organisation which provides services to confirm the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander ownership and control of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Enterprises.
Who is the peak certifying authority in the NT?
Who is the peak certifying authority in the NT?
NTIBN is recognised as the peak and preferred certifying authority in the NT.
What evidence do I need to be certified?
What evidence do I need to be certified?
. Proof of Aboriginality for business owner/majority business owner
. Certified Company Registration
. Company Extract
. Certificate of Incorporation (if relevant)
. Business Name Registration Certificate
. Evidence of majority ownership
. Company Organisation Chart
I am Supply Nation Certified, does this count?
I am Supply Nation Certified, does this count?
Supply Nation Certification is
recognised by governments, however,
Certification through NTIBN provides for a more rigorous and local NT Certification.
NB: Supply Nation Certification is mutually recognised by NTIBN, when the Aboriginal majority
owner provides an authentic Certificate of Aboriginality.
Are statutory declarations accepted by NTIBN as proof of Aboriginality?
Are statutory declarations accepted by NTIBN as proof of Aboriginality?
No.
Proof of Aboriginality certified by an appropriate and recognised Aboriginal Organisation is required.
Refer NTIBN’s Individual Aboriginal Identity Certification and Register process (currently under
development).
What does NTIBN do to validate your application? What are the checks?
What does NTIBN do to validate your application? What are the checks?
. Validation of Aboriginality certificate with the certifying body.
. Viewing of shareholding documents.
. ASIC/ORIC checks.
. Referee check with clients.)
Do I have to re-apply annually?
Do I have to re-apply annually?
No. But you do have to pay your membership fee annually.