The CMA is seeking expressions of interest from nurseries located in the Hunter-Central Rivers region for the supply of local provenance tubestock for use in environmental projects throughout the region for the period 2012 to 2014.

Of particular interest are hardy, pioneer species sourced from existing vegetation communities within the region. Successful applicants will be added to the CMA's 'Preferred Supplier List', which is circulated to clients and partners of the CMA's various funding programs. Recommended nurseries will be listed on the CMA's website and in CMA funding guidelines and other publications.

Successful applicants will be required to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding with the CMA for an initial period of two years.

Nurseries interested in participating in the program can access details on the program and assessment criteria from the CMA website. For general inquiries please contact CMA officers Lorna Adlem or Trevor Cameron on 4930 1030. The closing date for expressions of interest is Friday 23 December 2011.