Wood-fuel WIG delivering in the South East

Mike Furness
Wood Fuel WIG Project Manager

About ngage
We are a not-for-profit organisation that has been providing business support since 2001. During 2010/11 we delivered 777k of grants in SE (inc. 476k for farm & rural businesses). Sustainable development is our main focus. We are currently involved in partnerships in 10 EU countries.

Our role with the WF-WIG

The facilitation and administration of WF-WIG in: South East Region South West Region Cumbria Our involvement starts with receipt of your application and ends with appraisal of your grant claim. We will support you with the process BUT we arent FC Woodland Officers.

Our delivery model...

What you can expect from us...

Pre-application eligibility advice Processing of applications in accordance with the Citizens Charter (11 weeks from receipt of a properly completed
application to offer of grant [where appropriate])

At least one pre-contract visit A positive, responsive service (we want you to get the grant!) A local contact when you need it

What we expect from you...

Early contact to check eligibility Fully completed applications Accurate mapping of your plans Marking up on site Photographs with applications Flexible access to your woods Delivery of what you applied for Prompt advice of any problems

The Woodfuel WIG 2 in 1

Total pot of 3 million in SE Short period for applications to October 2013 Timber fund and Roads fund Axis 1 funding imposes conditions:
Must have three quotes Actual costs (Receipted invoices) Grant rate of 60% Grant amount de minimis

What will WF-WIG support?

The overall aim is to support the sustainable production of wood-fuel & other timber products Timber fund prep. for harvesting:
Woodland inventory work Managing harvesting contracts

Roads fund access infrastructure

Haulage roads; forwarder roads/tracks Stacking/loading/turning areas Bellmouth access to highways

Eligibility issues...
Some common to both:
RLR Approved up to date management plan (inc. Table 10A) De minimis Necessary permissions Must result in timber harvesting

Some is specific to the fund...

Eligibility for Timber fund...

Woodland/compartment under-managed (i.e. has missed 2 thinnings) Payment is based on standard costs Supports preparation of wood for sale and managing subsequent harvesting.

Eligibility for Roads fund...

Management plan must support the need for proposed infrastructure Scheme must last 20+ years (FC roading guidelines
- ON25)

Based on 3 quotes Grant must be matched with timber harvested (1 tonne per 50 grant) Grant paid on actual costs

How to apply...
Call to discuss any eligibility issues Download the forms and email everything to me or post them:
EWGS1 Mastermap EWGS5 WIG calculator Up to date management plan Technical drawings (for Road fund)

Get quotes once weve agreed the outline scheme

Myths and misconceptions...

Doesnt need to be under-managed for Roads grants There doesnt have to be an increase in timber output can just be more efficient. Agents supervision and engineers design fees can be included Dont have to take cheapest quote Value of timber arising is not taken into account.

Over to you for any questions...

Mike.furness@ngagesolutions.co.uk 01844 210422 07795 515 413 The Saunderton Estate, Wycombe Road, Sunderton, Bucks. HP14 4BF.