Training for ENP South countries

The opportunity presented is a call for tenders issued by Eurostat, the statistical office of the European Union, under the procedure identifier EC-ESTAT/2025/OP/0048. It seeks external contractors to organize and deliver nine training courses for countries within the European Neighbourhood Policy-South (ENP-South). This includes three on-site courses and six online, spread over a contract period of three years. The total estimated value of the contract is €350,000.

The contracting authority for this procurement is the European Commission, specifically the Directorate-General for Eurostat. The contract duration is set for a maximum of 36 months. An essential requirement for applicants is a Personal Identification Code (PIC), which is mandatory for both sole candidates and members of a group or consortium.

The application is to be submitted electronically through the Funding and Tenders Portal, with a deadline for submissions on November 30, 2025. The opening date for the tender is December 2, 2025, at 10:00 local time in Luxembourg. The award criteria will evaluate tenders based on a ratio of 50% quality and 50% price.

Eligible applicants are expected to include larger organizations, as the project is not suitable for small and medium enterprises (SMEs). The training initiatives aim to enhance statistical capacity and promote development cooperation within the ENP-South region, which includes countries like Algeria, Egypt, Israel, Jordan, Lebanon, Libya, Morocco, Palestine, Syria, and Tunisia.

The response must detail technical expertise for all courses and may include translation services for training materials. The submission will also involve quoting estimated travel expenses, which should consider the origins of participants as specified in the tender documents.

No co-funding requirement is specified, and the process appears to be a single-stage application, primarily consisting of tender submission followed by evaluation. Success rates have not been disclosed, but they would likely depend on the caliber of the bids received.

This call is a significant component of the EU's commitment to development cooperation and capacity building in its neighboring regions, focusing on improving statistical systems and data quality for better governance and institutional development. The submission process emphasizes the necessity for expertise in training delivery, project management, and international collaboration, aligning with the broader goals of the EU in relation to its external relations.

This is a call for tenders with procedure identifier EC-ESTAT/2025/OP/0048. It is an open procedure and submissions must be sent electronically. Eurostat Unit B3-Enlargement, neighbourhood and development cooperation is launching this call for tenders in order to seek assistance from external contractors to organise 9 training courses, of which 3 on-site and 6 on-line for the European Neighbourhood Policy-South countries over 3 years of the contract duration. The estimated total value is 350000 EUR. The TED publication date is 24/09/2025. The lead contracting authority is the European Commission, DG ESTAT - Eurostat. The main classification (CPV) is 79951000 - Seminar organisation services. The nature of the contract is services. The maximum contract duration is 36 months. The award method is best price-quality ratio. It is not a framework agreement. The date and time of public opening is 02/12/2025 10:00 Europe/Luxembourg. The deadline for receipt of tenders is 30/11/2025 16:00 Europe/Luxembourg. The contracting authority is not bound to reply to questions submitted after 24/11/2025 07:00 Europe/Luxembourg.

The following documents are available for download:
1. ENInvitation to tender OPTender specificationsPublished on 24/09/2025Version 1 No translations available
2. ENService contract ENP 2026-2029Tender specificationsPublished on 24/09/2025Version 1 No translations available
3. ENAnnex 6 Financial TenderTender specificationsPublished on 24/09/2025Version 1 No translations available
4. ENTS ENPS Trainings 2025.0048Tender specificationsPublished on 24/09/2025Version 1 No translations available
5. ENTS ENPS Trainings 2025.0048Tender specificationsPublished on 24/09/2025Version 1 No translations available
6. ENAnnex 6 Financial Tender (1)Financial offer formPublished on 24/09/2025Version 1 No translations available

Questions and Answers:
1. Question: task 2 financial tender: do we need to quote the technical expertise for all 9 courses - Task 3: do you mean translation for all...? Answer: Regarding Task 2 - Provision of technical expertise: the costs for the provision of technical expertise for all 9 training courses has to be provided. Regarding Task 3 - Translation ... Published on 02/10/2025 18:39
2. Question: The ToR specify 75 pages to be translated. Do you mean slide or A4 text pages? This makes a great difference for quotation. Answer: Mostly slides should be translated, as material provided by the trainers is usually based on presentations. Published on 30/09/2025 18:26
3. Question: What should we quote under this item: the actual cost of travel expenses (to be estimated, since we do not know the participants...? Answer: Actual cost of travel expenses has to be quoted, considering as participants’ origin the countries indicated in the Tender Specifications as beneficiaries of this project and making ... Published on 30/09/2025 18:25

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In summary, this opportunity is a call for tenders from Eurostat seeking external contractors to organize nine training courses for European Neighbourhood Policy-South countries. Three courses will be on-site, and six will be online, spanning a three-year contract. The estimated budget is 350,000 EUR. The tender is an open procedure, meaning any eligible organization can apply, and submissions must be electronic. The deadline for submitting tenders is November 30, 2025. The award will be based on the best price-quality ratio. The tender documents, including specifications and financial forms, are available for download. The portal also provides a list of frequently asked questions (FAQs) and answers to specific questions raised by potential tenderers, offering guidance on the eSubmission process and requirements. A Participant Identification Code (PIC) is mandatory for participation. The eSubmission system supports all 24 official EU languages and uses encryption to ensure data integrity and confidentiality.

Eligible Applicant Types: The eligible applicant types are not explicitly stated, but based on the nature of the call for tenders, it is likely that eligible applicants include organizations with experience in providing training and seminar organization services. This could include companies, training centers, consulting firms, and potentially NGOs or other entities with relevant expertise.

Funding Type: The funding type is procurement, specifically a service contract. The call is for tenders, indicating that the European Commission is seeking to procure services from an external contractor.

Consortium Requirement: The opportunity does not explicitly state whether a single applicant or a consortium is required. The FAQ section mentions that a Personal Identification Code (PIC) is mandatory to participate as a sole candidate/tenderer or as a member of a group (consortium), implying that both single applicants and consortia are eligible.

Beneficiary Scope (Geographic Eligibility): The geographic eligibility for this opportunity targets the European Neighbourhood Policy-South (ENP-South) countries. The training courses are specifically designed for these countries.

Target Sector: The target sector is primarily education and training, specifically seminar organization services. The call focuses on providing training courses related to statistics and potentially other areas relevant to the European Neighbourhood Policy.

Mentioned Countries: The opportunity mentions "European Neighbourhood Policy-South countries" (ENP-South). While specific countries are not listed, this refers to countries in the Southern Neighbourhood region of the EU.

Project Stage: The project stage is implementation. The call is for organizing and delivering training courses, indicating that the content and curriculum are likely already defined, and the focus is on the logistical and practical aspects of delivering the training.

Funding Amount: The estimated total value of the contract is 350,000 EUR.

Application Type: The application type is an open call for tenders. The procedure is described as an "open procedure," meaning any interested and eligible organization can submit a tender.

Nature of Support: The beneficiaries (the ENP-South countries) will receive non-monetary services in the form of training courses. The contractor will receive money in exchange for providing these services.

Application Stages: The number of application stages is not explicitly detailed, but it is likely a multi-stage process involving:
1. Review of eligibility criteria
2. Technical evaluation of the proposal
3. Financial evaluation of the proposal

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

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

Summary:

This is a call for tenders issued by Eurostat, the statistical office of the European Union. The purpose of the call is to find an external contractor to organize and deliver nine training courses for the European Neighbourhood Policy-South countries. These courses are designed to enhance statistical capacity and knowledge within the ENP-South region. The contract duration is three years, and the estimated total value is 350,000 EUR. The call is open to any organization with experience in seminar organization and training services. The submission method is electronic, and the deadline for submitting tenders is November 30, 2025. The award will be based on the best price-quality ratio. The selected contractor will be responsible for organizing both on-site and online training courses, providing technical expertise, and potentially handling translation services. A Personal Identification Code (PIC) is mandatory for participation, whether as a single applicant or as part of a consortium. The eSubmission system supports various file types and has specific requirements for attachment names and sizes. The system also uses encryption to ensure the confidentiality and integrity of the submitted information.