Systematic review for the development of an overview and analysis of work-related risks of cardiovascular diseases (CVDs), their associations with CVD types, and sectors, occupations and worker groups at higher risk

The European Agency for Safety and Health at Work (EU-OSHA) is initiating a procurement contract for a systematic literature review focused on work-related cardiovascular diseases (CVDs). The main objectives of this review are to analyze work-related risks linked to CVDs, identify high-risk sectors and occupations, and ascertain research gaps. The expected deliverables include a repository of references, a maximum 20,000-word final report, an executive summary (maximum 3,000 words), two policy briefs (each up to 2,500 words), and a PowerPoint presentation (maximum 20 slides).

The total budget for this contract is fixed at EUR 60,000, excluding VAT. Eligible applicants can be individual organizations or consortia, although if consortia wish to submit a joint tender, they must have expressed interest as a consortium. The project is classified under research services (CPV code 73000000) and focuses on occupational health and safety, specifically concerning cardiovascular risks in the workplace.

The application process involves a two-stage procedure starting with an expression of interest, which must be submitted electronically by July 15, 2025, with the expected launch of the tender procedure on July 18, 2025. The contract duration is set for 12 months, and while no geographic restrictions are explicitly mentioned, involvement is primarily anticipated from EU and EEA countries.

There is no requirement for co-funding, and the opportunity is expected to be competitive, with likely low success rates due to the specialized nature of the project. Overall, this project aims to contribute to evidence-based policymaking to enhance workplace safety regarding cardiovascular health. Interested parties are encouraged to express their interest through the EU Funding & Tenders portal.

This is a publication announcing the European Agency for Safety and Health at Work (EU-OSHA)'s intention to launch a future negotiated low or middle value procedure, not a call for tenders. The procedure identifier is OSHA/2025/LVP/0023-EXA.

The planned call for tender is for the provision of a systematic literature review to deliver an overview and analysis of work-related cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) risks and the evidence on the associations between the work-related risks and the types of CVDs, as well as on sectors, occupations and worker groups at higher risk.

The main objectives of this project are to:
Carry out a systematic literature review to investigate existing research evidence of work-related CVD risks and the strength of the associations between the work-related risk factors identified and the different types of CVDs.
Identify the sectors, occupations and worker groups at higher risk of work-related CVDs and analyse the underlying causes and circumstances of higher CVD risks in these cases.
Identify the gaps and needs in terms of research necessary to establish associations between work-related risk factors and work-related CVDs, and formulate key pointers for policy-makers and workplace intermediaries at national, regional, sectoral levels for targeted evidence-based policy-making and prevention of work-related CVDs.
Identify research gaps and needs to better understand and address the causes and circumstances of high-risk sectors, occupations and worker groups, and formulate key pointers for policy-makers and workplace intermediaries at national, regional, sectoral levels for targeted evidence-based policy-making and prevention of work-related CVD risks.

The expected deliverables are:
A final repository of the references included in the review in a BibTeX, XML,RIS or equivalent file format compatible with the IT systems used by the contracting authority, with complete and accurate bibliographic metadata.
A final report for publication containing all the elements specified above, using a template supplied by the contracting authority. The length of the final report shall be maximum 20,000 words, excluding references and annexes.
An executive summary of the report that may be published as a stand-alone summary. The length of the summary should be maximum 3,000 words, excluding references.
A policy brief based on Task 1. The length of the policy brief should be maximum 2,500 words, excluding references.
A policy brief based on Task 2. The length of the policy brief should be maximum 2,500 words, excluding references.
A PowerPoint presentation (or equivalent alternative compatible with MS Office) of maximum 20 slides presenting the main elements of the report in a way that is accessible and relatable to a non-technical audience.

The maximum total budget available for the contract to be awarded is EUR 60.000 (excluding VAT).

It is possible to express interest as an individual organisation or a consortium. Invited candidates can submit a joint tender with other economic operators only if they have expressed interest in the planned procedure as a consortium.

The procedure type is a planned negotiated procedure for a middle/low value contract. The lead contracting authority is the European Agency for Safety and Health at Work (EU-OSHA). The main classification (CPV) code is 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services. The nature of the contract is for services. The maximum contract duration is 12 months. No framework agreement is mentioned.

The start date for expression of interest is 2025-06-24 Europe/Brussels. The deadline for expression of interest is 15/07/2025 04:59 Europe/Madrid. The indicative date of launch of the negotiated procedure is 2025-07-18 Europe/Madrid.

Submissions must be sent exclusively at the address for submission given below. The method of expression of interest is electronic. The address for expression of interest is "Express interest".

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, this opportunity is a pre-announcement from EU-OSHA about a future tender for a systematic literature review on work-related cardiovascular diseases. The goal is to understand the risks, affected sectors, and research gaps related to CVDs in the workplace. The selected contractor will need to deliver a literature repository, a comprehensive report, executive summaries, policy briefs, and a presentation. The project has a budget of 60,000 EUR and a duration of 12 months. Interested parties should express their interest electronically by July 15, 2025. The actual call for tenders is expected to launch around July 18, 2025. This announcement clarifies that references with 'ExA' are not actual calls for tenders but rather advance notices for future negotiated procedures.

Eligible Applicant Types: The opportunity is open to both individual organizations and consortia. The text specifies "It is possible to express interest as an individual organisation or a consortium."

Funding Type: This is a procurement opportunity, specifically a call for tenders, for services. The text mentions "call for tender for the provision of a systematic literature review" and "Planned negotiated procedure for middle/low value contract".

Consortium Requirement: A consortium is not strictly required, as single applicants are eligible. However, the text indicates that if candidates intend to submit a joint tender, they must have expressed interest as a consortium. Therefore, the answer is other.

Beneficiary Scope (Geographic Eligibility): The contracting authority is the European Agency for Safety and Health at Work (EU-OSHA), suggesting that the geographic eligibility is likely within the EU, but this is not explicitly stated in the provided text.

Target Sector: The target sector is health and safety, specifically focusing on work-related cardiovascular diseases (CVDs). The call is for a systematic literature review to analyze work-related risks of CVDs. The CPV code provided, 73000000, also points to Research and development services and related consultancy services.

Mentioned Countries: No specific countries are mentioned. The contracting authority is the European Agency for Safety and Health at Work (EU-OSHA), so the relevant region is the EU.

Project Stage: The project stage is research, specifically a systematic literature review. The call aims to investigate existing research evidence, identify research gaps, and formulate key pointers for policy-making.

Funding Amount: The maximum total budget available for the contract is EUR 60,000 (excluding VAT).

Application Type: The application type is a planned negotiated procedure for a middle/low value contract. The first step is to express interest electronically.

Nature of Support: Beneficiaries will receive money in exchange for services rendered, specifically the delivery of a systematic literature review and related deliverables.

Application Stages: The application process appears to have at least two stages: expressing interest and then participating in the negotiated procedure. The exact number of stages is not fully detailed in the provided text, but it is more than one.

Success Rates: The success rates are not mentioned in the provided text.

Co-funding Requirement: Co-funding is not mentioned in the provided text, so it is likely not required.

Summary:

This opportunity is a planned call for tenders by the European Agency for Safety and Health at Work (EU-OSHA). It is not a grant but a procurement contract. The agency intends to launch a negotiated procedure for a middle/low value contract, with a maximum budget of EUR 60,000 (excluding VAT). The project aims to commission a systematic literature review focusing on work-related cardiovascular diseases (CVDs), their associated risks, and the identification of sectors, occupations, and worker groups at higher risk.

The main objectives include conducting a systematic review of existing research, identifying high-risk sectors and occupations, and pinpointing research gaps to inform policy-making and prevention strategies.

Expected deliverables include a final repository of references, a final report (maximum 20,000 words), an executive summary (maximum 3,000 words), two policy briefs (maximum 2,500 words each), and a PowerPoint presentation (maximum 20 slides).

The procedure type is a planned negotiated procedure for a middle/low value contract. The maximum contract duration is 12 months. The start date for expressing interest is June 24, 2025, and the deadline for expressing interest is July 15, 2025. The indicative date for launching the negotiated procedure is July 18, 2025.

Interested parties, whether individual organizations or consortia, must express their interest electronically. If planning to submit a joint tender, they must express interest as a consortium. This announcement precedes the actual call for tenders and serves to notify potential applicants of the upcoming opportunity.