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Construction of additional Europe Houses in selected cities of North Macedonia/ Lot 1 Struga Europe House & Bitola Europe Hall Contract related to: Construction of additional Europe Houses in selected cities of North Macedonia/ Lot 1 Struga Europe House & Bitola Europe Hall - The objective of the action is to raise public awareness and contribute to public support for the European Union and its actions and the EU accession process. The action provides funding for the European Commission, the EU delegations in the Western Balkans and Turkey and the EU Office in Kosovo* to continue effective, strategic communication based on clear objectives, a common and compelling EU narrative and thematic communication on key priorities. The action will comprise, among others: (i) EU image-building (`EU-branding¿) campaigns to position the EU as the main political and economic partner and the biggest financial donor, and as a major engine of positive change, through investments and reforms that benefit society and are firmly attached to EU values; (ii) thematic campaigns on priority areas of cooperation (e.g. green agenda, digital agenda, connectivity, economy, human capital, fair society); (iii) a network of information centres and information points; (iv) web and social media presence; (v) direct outreach to the targeted audiences (events, festivals, TV and radio programmes, student debates, etc.); (vi) media relations; (vii) opinion polls and surveys.The communication activities implemented by the European Commission and the EU delegations and office are complementary to the communication efforts of the national authorities and civil society.
Empowering patients for a healthier society - Annual Work Programme 2023 <p>&lt;<em>Overall objective(s) </em></p><p>1. To improve the status of people living with HIV in North Macedonia by ensuring a more reliable system for provision of contemporary treatment and more effective protection against discrimination</p><p>2. To make a significant contribution towards increasing the percentage of people living with HIV who are aware of their HIV-status and linked to care and towards achieving the 2025 UN targets in North Macedonia (so as to set the course for ending AIDS by 2030)</p><p>3. To strengthen capacities of Stronger Together and other patient organizations to address common structural issues in the national health system that impact access to life-saving medicines and quality of care</p><p>&lt;<em>Specific objective(s) </em></p><p>1.1. To ensure an evidence-based approach and transparency of processes related to the provision of antiretroviral medicines, including planning of needs, budgeting and procurement</p><p>1.2. To improve the existing mechanisms in the country responsible for protecting against and sanctioning discrimination with regards to addressing the discrimination based on HIV or other health status</p><p>2.1. To increase the up-take of HIV testing services provided by Stronger Together and other civil society organizations within the community of gay and bisexual men, as well as other men who have sex with men</p><p>2.2. To ensure that the national response to HIV is informed by evidence and addresses the key points of concern in the country epidemic </p><p>3.1. To strengthen the overall capacities of the organization to pursue its mission, with a focus on revised accounting and staff policies and building a collaborative approach in addressing structural health-related issues</p>
Innovative digital municipal solutions in Municipality of Tetovo OO: Contribution to increased quality of living in Municipality of Tetovo through digitization of municipal services.SO: Application of ICT solution for improving urban & inspectors municipal services.
Independent technical expert as observer in the evaluation of tenders for IT supplies_01 The objective of the assignment is to provide technical assistance to the EU Delegation in assessing the technical compliance of the proposed and delivered IT software and hardware solutions with the requirements of the specific tender procedure and in line with the Practical Guide to Contract procedures for EU external actions (PRAG).
Alliances for Active Citizenry - Annual Work Programme 2023 <p class="ql-align-justify"><em>Overall objective:</em> Empowered CSOs role in creating opportunities for (pro)active citizenry</p><p><em>Specific objective: </em>Strengthened CSOs through alliances and capacities building for citizens¿ mobilization, advocacy and sustainable development, at the same time strengthening the public pressure for participative democracy and good governance.</p>
Local integration of refugees, internally displaced persons and minority groups Support displaced persons in their access for provision of comprehensive state administration services;  increase self-reliance via participation and inclusion of the displaced persons in the society; contribute to long-term and durable housing solutions;  improve the quality of life and access to rights of the Roma, Ashkali and Eqyptian communities
Active involvement and impact of the civil society, state and non-state actor in Prevention/Countering Violent Extremism in North Macedonia Therefor the overall objective of the action is to build resilient, cohesive and inclusive society that effectively prevent and combat violent extremism and radicalism trough active involvement and impact of the civil society, state and non-state actor. Specific objective are: 1.1 Strengthening cooperation between public institutions at central/municipal level, local business community, CSOs and leaders trough establishment of community platform for enabling environment; 1.2 Enhancing the capacities of local stakeholders for effective P/CVE, improving socio-economic inclusion and services; 1.3 Raising awareness and motivation of local community to reduce the risks of young people and vulnerable groups being attracted to violent extremism and organized crime.
Independent engineering expertise to infrastructure projects under IPA_02_Gene Bundovski <p>This ATA technical assistance to the EU Delegation will cover provision of civil engineering expertise and may include:</p><p>&nbsp;·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Expert opinion on detailed designs for works contracts in the area of transport, environment, agriculture and/or other sectors linked to construction;</p><p>·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Assessments of and recommendations on feasibility designs, basic designs, bill of quantity and other technical documentation;</p><p>·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Site inspections on the request of the EU Delegation;</p><p>·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Supporting the EU Delegation in preparing and implementing project plans for works contracts;</p><p>·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Supporting the EU Delegation in researching and providing estimates for projects and variation proposal assessments;</p><p>·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Making recommendations or presenting alternative solutions to problems;</p><p>·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Participating as observer in tender evaluations and prepare reports, which implies availability for evaluations in-camera, on-site visits and missions in the country;</p><p>·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Participating in meetings with contractors as observer.</p>
MK 18 IPA FI 01 19 Strengthening budget planning, execution and internal control functions The overall objective of this project is to further improve efficiency and effectiveness of public spending through implementation of the Public Finance Management (PFM) Reform Programme.
Smart Solutions Veles - To be continued¿ <p>The action is relevant to the aim of the IPA 2020 ''EU for Municipalities'' programme for piloting innovative solutions to local problems in the municipalities. The project will aim at directly removing obstacles for all residents and visitors to Veles city centre area, as it pilots an innovative smart solution for re-organization of the urban mobility and transportation means.</p>
SME Competitiveness Support Programme - the former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia The project  will strengthen competitiveness of the local SMEs by incentivising the SMEs in undertaking investments in industrial premises, equipment, software, improvement of the enterprise management systems and general upgrading SMEs. It  inlcudes : (i) dedicated credit lines to SMEs through partner financial institutions (PFIs) coupled with (ii) investment incentives, and (iii) technical assistance for Programme Implementation to support the provision of loans .
National Programme for FYROM under the IPA Transition Assistance and Institution Building Component for 2009, part implemented under decentralised management mode. - Energy Sector 2009 NP for FYROM under IPA - part implemented under decentralised management mode. The other part (CRIS no. 2009/021-738), which is under centralised management mode, is implemented by DG EAC (cross sub-delegation) and ECD.
Green Youth, Green Growth Contract related to: Green Youth, Green Growth - The overall objective of the Action is to strengthen participatory democracies and the EU integration of North Macedonia, through a strengthened contribution by civil society and media.The Action will contribute to the achievement of the specific objective of the IPA III thematic priority 5.&nbsp;Fundamental rights and thematic priority 7. Civil society within the Window 1: Rule of Law, Fundamental Rights and Democracy, which is: to align the legal framework with the EU and international standards and to establish a solid track record in respecting fundamental rights; to strengthen the legal and policy environment and enhancing the enabling environment for CSOs and media; to increase CSOs¿ inclusion in decision and policy making though a structural partnership with public authorities, based on trust and mutual recognition and around common interests of the citizens; to strengthen CSOs and media skills and capacities; and&nbsp;to improve&nbsp;public awareness for CSOs being the citizens¿ voice in addressing&nbsp;their needs and improving living conditions.&nbsp;Moreover, moving forward in the EU accession process will increase the need for informing, objectively and promptly, the citizens on this process and its real impact on their daily lives. In order to obtain a continuous support for the citizens on this important matter, one of the crucial instruments is enhanced enabling environment for civil society and media in order to be effective in their work and accountable actors towards the citizens.&nbsp;Therefore, further empowerment of the civil society and media remains one of the core focuses of the EU support in IPA III. This assistance envisions further strategic and tailor-made support for civil society and media, and for improved enabling environment for their work that will be provided through the IPA Civil Society Facility and Media Programme in the period 2021 to 2023 year. The Action will support the civil society and media organisations in North Macedonia, in line with the objectives and expected results from the Guidelines for EU support to civil society in enlargement countries 2021-2027 and the Guidelines for EU support to media freedom and integrity in enlargement countries 2021-2027, further strengthening their involvement in policy and decision making, including in the EU key sector reforms and the accession negotiation process. The Action will strengthen the participatory democracy by enhancing the space and capacities of civil society and media to efficiently address and contribute to the key priorities for further democratisation of the society.
2012 National Programme to the former yugoslav Republic of Macedonia under IPA Component I Transition Assistance and Institution Building 2012 National Programme to the former yugoslav Republic of Macedonia under IPA Component I Transition Assistance and Institution Building - 2012 National Programme to the former yugoslav Republic of Macedonia under IPA Component I Transition Assistance and Institution Building
Expenditure Verification of Service Contracts no. 421332 and 404709 <p>The Expenditure Verifier is expected</p><p class="ql-align-justify">- &nbsp;&nbsp;To carry out the agreed-upon procedures listed in Annex 2 and</p><p class="ql-align-justify">-&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;To issue reports based on the template in Annex 3 which will support the Contracting Authority's conclusions on the eligibility of the reported expenditure and the related follow-up.</p>
Design & Supervision of Additional Europe Houses in selected cities of North Macedonia, Republic of North Macedonia <p>Addendum n°1 to contract <a href="https://webgate.ec.testa.eu/mwp/map-tool/map-contract/PC-12501?section=commitmentForecasts&tab=forecast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">PC-12501</a></p>
Construction of small-scale irrigation systems in municipalities of North Macedonia - Phase II / Lot 3 - Construction of intake structure on Krivo Moste river and irrigation network in the agriculture area of village of Konopnica <p>Construction of intake structure on Krivo Moste river and irrigation network in the agriculture area of village of Konopnica</p>
National Programme for FYROM under the IPA Transition Assistance and Institution Building Component for 2009, part implemented under decentralised management mode. - Commission for Protection of Competition 2009 NP for FYROM under IPA - part implemented under decentralised management mode. The other part (CRIS no. 2009/021-738), which is under centralised management mode, is implemented by DG EAC (cross sub-delegation) and ECD.
Design of Skopje Planetarium and Cheshinovo - Obleshevo Football Academy Contract related to: Design of Skopje Planetarium and Cheshinovo - Obleshevo Football Academy - The EU Integration Facility (EUIF) is a flexible mechanism for financing smaller-scale projects of democratic institutions and public administration in North Macedonia focused on aligning the legislation, standards, methodologies and practices to those of the EU and building a strong implementation capacity in the country. The objectives of the EUIF are:1)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;To back-up the accession process in its entirety, enhance the alignment with the EU acquis and EU/International standards and the implementation of the legal framework in practice, and increase the public support for the EU accession process;2)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;To improve the effectiveness and visibility of the EU funds invested in the country, to upscale the sector approach, and ensure that EU funding and policy creates a sustainable and visible development change.The EU Integration Facility will result into a strengthened coordination and management, visibility and transparency of the accession process and higher level of alignment of the national legislation with the EU acquis. The EU investments will improve enforcement capacity of the national institutions to deliver on reforms, accession and the management of the EU funds. This is expected to raise the public support for the reforms and the EU accession path of the country. The EUIF finances capacity building interventions complementing the regular annual and multi-annual programmes, thus bringing the needed element of flexibility in the management of the EU funds in support of the reforms and the EU accession of the country. It allows the Commission to provide fast-track, specific and targeted financial support to North Macedonia for emerging, short-term needs as part of the EU accession process or in case of a crisis situation.&nbsp;
Establishing '' Greening business'' facility <p>Extending the body of knowledge on green financing in North Macedonia, developing proposals for regulatory and tax incentives for green businesses, and developing funding strategy;</p><p>¿ Advisory assistance to companies to achieve compliance with EU standards, to innovate, and become a part of the circular economy, to become a vector for reduction of pollution;</p><p>¿ Advisory assistance to the Fund for Innovation and Technological Development for design of the rules and procedures for selection of grant beneficiaries; for assessment of the proposed investments and consistency with the eligibility criteria, for monitoring of the funded operations, for data collection and management and reporting;</p><p>¿ Promotion of the ¿Greening Business¿ Facility and raising the awareness of the business communities on their environmental impact and on the ways to adopt environment-responsible and sustainable behaviour. Implementation of a communication plan focusing the public attention on the need and benefits of business greening.</p>
Roads Not Taken: Municipality of Ohrid Going Green, Smart, Innovative (OHRID GO) SO1: To decrease the carbon footprint from transport by creating the necessary preconditions for greener urban mobility via establishing (an expandable) Smart City Bike System; SO.2: To diversify the local touristic offer by introducing green leisure facilities (Adrenaline park and Pump Track) and smart marketing tools for green alternative tourism (My Ohrid Mobile App); SO.3 To promote social innovations via establishing and running a Smart Ideas Hub.
Sector Reform Performance Contract EU for Youth <p>The overall objective is to support the Government of North Macedonia in improving the employment of young women and men. The specific objective is to contribute to the efforts of the Government of North Macedonia to: 1.improve quality, relevance and inclusiveness of the national vocational education and training system. 2.improve employment opportunities for young women and men. The Sector Reform Performance Contract will contribute to the following expected results: -Improved offer</p>
Institution building for agriculture and rural development policy implementation Strengthening the capacities of the IPARD Paying Agency and the Managing Authority to further manage the EU agriculture and rural development pre-accession assistance 2014-2020, to provide assistance for introduction of new measures in the IPARD Programme and building capacities to implement those new measures as of 2014
ShiNE: Supporting CSOs and media organizations to boost the greeN agenda and circular Economy in the Southeastern region of North Macedonia. <p>Overall objective: Fostering the role played by local civil society and media in advocating for a decrease in fossil fuel usage in North Macedonia and the green transition.</p><p><br></p><p>Specific objective: Supporting CSOs and media organizations to boost the green agenda and circular economy in the South-eastern region of North Macedonia.</p>
Annual Action Programme for the Republic of North Macedonia for the Year 2020 - Objective 1 Annual Action Programme for the Republic of North Macedonia for the Year 2020 - Objective 1 (IMBC for Action 2: Support to Participation in Uion Programmes and Agencies)
Development of new Education Management Information System <p>The global objective of the Action is to contribute to strengthening education sector policy making and to improve the management of the education system. This will contribute to better planning of the educational reforms, and provide ground for more effective analyses and monitoring of all activities in the education sector at national and regional level.</p>
IT expert and observer in IT supply contracts and provision of IT expertise to the EUD_03 The objective of the assignment is to provide technical assistance to the EU Delegation in assessing the technical compliance of the proposed and delivered IT software and hardware solutions with the requirements of the specific tender procedure and in line with the Practical Guide to Contract procedures for EU external actions (PRAG).
National Programme for FYROM under the IPA Transition Assistance and Institution Building Component for 2009, part implemented under decentralised management mode. - Human Rights 2009 NP for FYROM under IPA - part implemented under decentralised management mode. The other part (CRIS no. 2009/021-738), which is under centralised management mode, is implemented by DG EAC (cross sub-delegation) and ECD.
Activity under preparation Multiannual Operational Programme on transport in favour of the Republic of North Macedonia for 2024-2027-MK2024-2027MAAP Multiannual Operational Programme on transport in favour of the Republic of North Macedonia for 2024-2027-MK2024-2027MAAP  - Multiannual Operational Programme on transport in favour of the Republic of North Macedonia for 2024-2027-MK2024-2027MAAP
MK 18 IPA SO 01 21 Enhancing the protection of employees in the case of  insolvency of their employer The overall objective of the project is to enhance rights of workers in cases of employers insolvency.
Activity under preparation Direct GRANT - Construction of small-scale irrigation systems Contract related to: Direct GRANT - Construction of small-scale irrigation systems -
LGBT United - Annual Work Programme 2023 <p>Overall objective: To contribute to a North Macedonia which protects and promotes universal human rights for all its people, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, and other characteristics of identities, and which ensures that everyone can live a life free of violence, discrimination and marginalization, and has equal access to society¿s spaces, services and markets.</p>