EEA/SUN/25/008 - Preparation of analytical report and expert workshop on the links between circular economy and wellbeing economy in Europe

The European Environment Agency (EEA) announces a planned procedure for a service contract identified as EEA/SUN/25/008. The contract aims to establish links between the circular economy and wellbeing economy in Europe. Applicants eligible for this opportunity include research institutes, consulting firms, universities, and specialized NGOs with strong networks and knowledge in the field.

Funding for the contract, valued at €80,000, comes from EU grants, specifically categorized as a procurement type for services. The expected project duration is six months, during which the contractor will prepare a maximum 60-page analytical report and hold an expert workshop, preferably in Copenhagen or Brussels, to discuss preliminary findings.

The process begins with an expression of interest, starting on June 30, 2025, and closing on July 26, 2025. Following this, a negotiated procedure will be launched on or around July 30, 2025. The tender is open to entities within EEA countries, consistent with EU procurement guidelines and focuses heavily on environmental sustainability, research, and the intersection of economic policies that promote well-being.

Participants will be compensated directly for their services, with no co-funding required. The call for applications will be conducted electronically through the Funding and Tenders Portal. This opportunity invites potential applicants with expertise in circular economy and wellbeing economy research to join a significant project that aligns with EU sustainability objectives, particularly regarding the integration of environmental strategies and socioeconomic policies.

This is a publication announcing the European Environment Agency's (EEA) intention to publish a future negotiated low or middle value procedure. It is not a call for tenders.

The procedure identifier is EEA/2025/MVP/0035-EXA.

The European Environment Agency (EEA) seeks to contract a service provider to support knowledge development on the links between the concepts of circular economy and wellbeing economy. More specifically, the project aims to determine the extent to which accelerating the circular economy in Europe also means that we move towards a wellbeing economy in Europe as defined by The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development, Wellbeing Economy Alliance, Home - Earth4All and other key actors. The project aims to identify synergies between circular economy and wellbeing economy concepts, to map the elements of a wellbeing economy that a circular economy can contribute to and which not, and also how aspects of circular economy could possibly be reconsidered to ensure a better link to a wellbeing economy. Linking the R strategies of the circular economy to the P principles and the elements of Dignity Nature; Connection; Fairness; Participation in the wellbeing economy should be core in the report.

The contractor will prepare an analytical report of no more than 60 pages in close collaboration with and under guidance of EEA experts; an expert workshop (preferably in Copenhagen or in Brussels) to discuss draft findings; and revise the report following the guidance of the expert workshop.

The work is expected to build upon a literature review of available scientific and grey literature, empirical data, cases studies and knowledge on circular economy and wellbeing. A solid existing knowledge base within the contractor team, and a strong network to enable confirmation of leading experts in Europe to the workshop is required.

The EEA expects that the final report and the outcome of the expert workshop is used as a basis to prepare an EEA briefing on the links between circular economy and wellbeing economy, published either on its own or together will the full report.

The procedure type is a planned negotiated procedure for a middle/low value contract.

The estimated total value is 80000 EUR.

The lead contracting authority is the European Environment Agency (EEA).

The main classification (CPV) is 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services.

The nature of the contract is for services.

The maximum contract duration is 6 months.

There is no framework agreement.

The start date for expression of interest is 2025-06-30 Europe/Brussels.

The deadline for expression of interest is 26/07/2025 04:59 Europe/Copenhagen.

The indicative date of launch of the negotiated procedure is 2025-07-30 Europe/Copenhagen.

Submissions must be sent exclusively at the address for submission given below.

The method of expression of interest is electronic.

To express interest, use the "Express interest" link.

A question and answer section is available.

A frequently asked question is: Where can I find the procurement documents for calls for tenders with ‘ExA' in the reference? The answer is: References that feature an ‘ExA’ are not calls for tenders. They are a publication announcing the contracting authority’s intent to launch in the future a low or middle negotiated procedure. This was published on 03/10/2024 16:32.

In summary, the European Environment Agency (EEA) is planning to launch a negotiated procedure for a low to middle value contract. The aim is to contract a service provider to research and analyze the connections between the circular economy and the wellbeing economy. The project involves producing a report, organizing an expert workshop, and potentially creating a briefing based on the findings. The estimated budget is 80,000 EUR, and the contract duration is a maximum of 6 months. The expression of interest period starts on June 30, 2025, and ends on July 26, 2025. The actual call for tenders is expected around July 30, 2025. This announcement serves as an early notice for interested parties to prepare for the upcoming opportunity.

Eligible Applicant Types: The opportunity is open to service providers. The description mentions the need for a solid existing knowledge base within the contractor team and a strong network to enable confirmation of leading experts in Europe to the workshop, suggesting that organizations with research and consulting capabilities are suitable applicants.

Funding Type: This is a procurement opportunity, specifically a planned negotiated procedure for a middle/low value contract. The nature of the contract is for services.

Consortium Requirement: The text does not explicitly state whether a consortium is required or if a single applicant is sufficient. However, the requirement for a strong network and existing knowledge base might suggest that applicants with established collaborations or diverse expertise could be more competitive. It is possible that a single applicant with the required expertise and network could also be eligible.

Beneficiary Scope (Geographic Eligibility): The opportunity is focused on Europe, as the project aims to analyze the circular economy and wellbeing economy in Europe. The expert workshop is preferably to be held in Copenhagen or Brussels, and a strong network to enable confirmation of leading experts in Europe to the workshop is required. Therefore, it is likely that applicants from EU member states or organizations with a strong presence and expertise in the European context are preferred.

Target Sector: The program targets the intersection of circular economy and wellbeing economy. It also relates to research and development services and related consultancy services.

Mentioned Countries: The opportunity mentions Copenhagen (Denmark) and Brussels (Belgium) as preferred locations for the expert workshop. It also refers to Europe in general.

Project Stage: The project involves knowledge development, analysis, and the preparation of an analytical report. It also includes organizing an expert workshop to discuss draft findings. This suggests that the project is at the development and validation stage, aiming to synthesize existing knowledge and generate new insights.

Funding Amount: The estimated total value of the contract is 80,000 EUR, placing it in the under 50k to 200k EUR range.

Application Type: The application type is an expression of interest, followed by a planned negotiated procedure. This indicates a multi-stage process where interested parties first express their interest, and then a select group is invited to participate in a negotiated procedure.

Nature of Support: The beneficiaries will receive money in exchange for services. The selected contractor will be paid to deliver an analytical report and organize an expert workshop.

Application Stages: The application process appears to involve at least two stages: an expression of interest and a subsequent negotiated procedure.

Success Rates: Since this is a planned negotiated procedure, the success rates are difficult to estimate. Negotiated procedures typically involve a limited number of pre-selected or qualified candidates, which might imply a higher success rate compared to open calls. However, without further information, it is impossible to provide a specific success rate estimate.

Co-funding Requirement: The text does not explicitly mention a co-funding requirement.

Summary: This is a pre-announcement for a planned negotiated procedure by the European Environment Agency (EEA). The EEA intends to contract a service provider to conduct research and analysis on the links between circular economy and wellbeing economy in Europe. The selected contractor will be responsible for preparing an analytical report, organizing an expert workshop, and revising the report based on the workshop's outcomes. The project aims to identify synergies between circular economy and wellbeing economy concepts and explore how circular economy strategies can contribute to a wellbeing economy. The estimated total value of the contract is 80,000 EUR, and the maximum contract duration is six months. The process begins with an expression of interest, followed by a negotiated procedure with selected candidates. The start date for expression of interest is 2025-06-30 and the deadline for expression of interest is 2025-07-26. The indicative date of launch of the negotiated procedure is 2025-07-30. This opportunity is relevant for research organizations, consulting firms, and experts with a strong background in circular economy, wellbeing economy, and European environmental policy.