This document sets out the assessment framework that Infrastructure Australia uses to consider initiatives and projects for inclusion on the Infrastructure Priority List (IPL). The purpose of the Infrastructure Australia Assessment Framework (the Assessment Framework) is to provide information about what Infrastructure Australia does and how initiatives and projects are assessed, to enable proponents to develop their submissions.

The Assessment Framework facilitates evidencebased development of infrastructure projects. The information contained in this document is essential for proponents looking to progress projects through the Infrastructure Australia assessment stages. Infrastructure Australia encourages proponents, end users and commentators to read this document, and seek advice from Infrastructure Australia when required.