About MARK III

Australia's only Not-for-Profit, Veteran Led Integrated Capability Partner

Our Purpose

Building Australia’s sovereign capability with Australian SMVEs strengthening industry resilience and maximising national value.

Transparency

Honest, Compliant and Consistent Processes

We are open and accountable in every engagement, ensuring fairness for SMVEs and full visibility, compliance and assurance for our Government customers. This approach builds and maintains trust at every stage of the decision making process.

Dependability

Reliable, accountable, and mission-focused.

We are reliable, accountable, and mission-focused, giving SMVEs a trusted partner and Government customers the certainty of assured delivery.

Loyalty

Loyal to sovereign capability, loyal to SMVEs.

We stand steadfast with our SMVEs and Government customers, demonstrating unwavering commitment to Australia's sovereign capability.

Commitment

Value added, above and beyond, every time.

We demonstrate initiative and commitment beyond requirements, delivering added value to our SMVEs and exceeding expectations for Defence and Government customers.

The Journey to MARK III

2004

Foundation

Defence-focused beginnings

A group of industry pioneers came together to strengthen sovereign capability and support Australian Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs), laying the foundations for what would become a nationally recognised access model.

2013

Growth

Delivering impact for SMEs

Within less than a decade, their collaborative approach had channelled more than $130M in contracts to Australian SMEs and industry, proving the model’s value.

2015

Renewal

Recognition of a new way

The team’s work was formally recognised as a not-for-profit initiative, embedding lessons learned and reinforcing the importance of SME access in Defence and government supply chains.

2022

Expansion

National acceptance

The SME access model gained consistent traction with government and industry, scaling nationally and becoming a trusted pathway for connecting Defence with capable Australian enterprises.

2025

Impact

Delivering over $290M in contracts

By 2025, the model had delivered more than $290M in contracts, with 92% of revenue directly benefiting Australian SMEs, a clear demonstration of its effectiveness and integrity.

2025 - Today

MARK III

Australia’s only Not-for-Profit, Veteran Led Integrated Capability Partner (ICP)

Building on more than 20 years of experience, the same team established MARK III, Australia’s first Not-for-Profit, Veteran Led Integrated Capability Partner. Today, the model has been refined to maximise our position, enabling us to return 93% of revenue directly to Australian Small, Medium and Veteran Enterprises (SMVEs). This ensures more value flows back into the businesses that strengthen sovereign capability and critical industry supply chains.

Governance & Transparency

Governance Frameworks

Our governance frameworks are purpose-built to guide policies and procedures while maintaining proactive compliance and assurance.

Key Features:

Privacy and data protection policies
Supply chain compliance & Risk Management
Essential 8 cybersecurity alignment
Independent board oversight & Risk Committee

Highest Economic Benefit

As a not-for-profit, we reinvest directly into SMVE growth and sovereign capability, delivering value for money and strengthening local industry.

Key Features:

93% of revenue flows directly to SMVEs
Surplus reinvested into sovereign capability
Delivers maximum value-for-money for buyers
Focus on SMVE growth and long-term development

DISP

MARK III is Defence Industry Security Program (DISP) capable, ensuring we meet the highest standards of security and compliance for Defence and Government contracts.

Key Features:

Security cleared personnel and facilities
Secure handling of classified information
Compliance with Defence security requirements
Regular security audits and assessments

ITAR

We maintain compliance with International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), ensuring proper controls for export and import of defence articles and services.

Key Features:

ITAR-compliant processes and procedures
Export control compliance management
Training and certification programs
Ongoing monitoring and audit compliance

ACNC-Registered Charity

MARK III is setup as a company limited by guarantee. This means that as a NFP, we are governed and guided by the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission and subscribe to the ACNC's code of ethics and compliance.

Key Features:

Purpose Driven
Transparent financial reporting
Independent regulatory oversight
Mature governance and compliance processes

Board & Advisory Panel

Our leadership brings together Defence veterans, SMVE founders, and industry experts who ensure decisions reflect our values of transparency, dependability, loyalty, and going the extra mile.

Key Features:

Ethical Leadership & Diversity
SMVE Advocacy
Strategic Guidance for long-term direction
National and International SMVE, Industry and Government Expertise

International Management Systems Standards

We are committed to achieving key ISO certifications that reinforce our governance, assurance, and operational integrity by 2026–2027

ISO 9001:2015

Quality Management Systems

ISO 27001:2022

Information Security Management Systems

Transparent by Design

Our governance frameworks ensure every decision is transparent, every process is fair, and every Government buyer and SMVE partner benefits from our not-for-profit model.

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Meet Our Team

Our team combines expertise from Defence, Government, SMVEs, and major national and international enterprises — united by our not-for-profit ethos. Each leader brings a unique perspective, ensuring MARK III remains transparent, outcome-focused, and committed to strengthening sovereign capability.