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Final Evaluation of Mayors for Economic Growth (phase 1) <p>The main objectives of this evaluation are to provide the relevant services of the European Union and the interested stakeholders with:</p><p>·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;an overall independent assessment of the past performance of the M4EG Initiative<em>,</em> paying particular attention to its results measured against its expected objectives; and the reasons underpinning such results;</p><p>·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;key lessons learned, conclusions and related recommendations in order to improve future Interventions.</p><p>In particular, this evaluation will serve to better prepare the next phase of this initiative, expected to start in January 2021. </p><p>The main users of this evaluation will be DG NEAR C1, the EU Delegations of the 6 EaP countries, DG GROW, DG REGIO, DG DEVCO C5. Additionally, the evaluation will benefit the direct and final beneficiaries of M4EG as well as the consortium of the next phase of the initiative.</p><p><br></p><p>The evaluation will assess the Intervention using the six standard DAC evaluation criteria, namely: relevance, coherence, effectiveness, efficiency, sustainability and early signs of impact. In addition, the evaluation will assess one EU specific evaluation criterion, which is:</p><p>-&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;the EU added value (the extent to which the Intervention brings additional benefits to what would have resulted from Member States' interventions only);</p><p>The definition of the 6 DAC + 1 EU evaluation criteria is contained for reference in the Annex VII.</p><p>The evaluation team shall furthermore consider whether gender, environment and climate change were mainstreamed; the relevant SDGs and their interlinkages were identified; the principle of Leave No-One Behind and the rights-based approach methodology was followed in the identification/formulation documents and the extent to which they have been reflected in the implementation of the Intervention, its governance and monitoring.</p>
Supporting the development of a modern payment system and a regional investment area in the Western Balkans <p>This contract is part of the action document supporting de development of a Common Regional Market in the Western Balkans, in particular the areas of free movement of capital (by supporting the development of a modern payment system in the region) and a regional investment area (by aligning investment policies and promotion).</p>
EU in the Mediterranean Youth Academy ¿ Second Edition - New Request <p>EU¿s participation in the Mediterranean Youth Academy ¿ Second Edition from 14<sup>th</sup> to 19<sup>th</sup> September 2022 in Alexandria will contribute to enhancing Euro-Mediterranean youth dialogue and contribute to all crosscutting priorities of the EU: environment and climate change, rights based approach, persons with disability, indigenous peoples and gender equality.</p>
IPA II Cross-Border Co-operation Action Programme Montenegro-Kosovo for the year 2014 <p>IPA II Cross-Border Co-operation Action Programme Montenegro-Kosovo for the year 2014</p>
Western Balkans cooperation with the Radicalisation Awareness Network The objective is to enhance the capability of the actors front-line practitioners working in the region in the area of P/CVE, with a main focus on front-line practitioners and their ability to work in a multi-agency environment, by strengthening the interaction with the RAN, and providing support and facilitating the exchanges on the prevention of radicalisation to the IPA II Western Balkans beneficiaries.
Further support to the Integrative Internal Security Governance (IISG) in the Western Balkans Contract related to: Further support to the Integrative Internal Security Governance (IISG) in the Western Balkans - The Overall Objective (Impact) of this action is to: Strengthen the rule of law and security in the Western Balkans through enhancing the fight against organised crime, corruption and terrorism and to foster cohesion and resilience by continued support to addressing the legacy of the past and bringing justice to victims of the wars of the 1990s.The action aims to increase the engagement of EU Justice and Home Affairs agencies, such as the EU Agency for Law Enforcement Training (CEPOL) and EU Agency for Law Enforcement Cooperation (Europol) in the fight against organised crime and terrorism in line with their respective mandates. It will also rely on the specific expertise of international partners, such as the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), the Council of Europe and the Organisation for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) in relevant areas. The action will also reinforce the institutional capacities of the beneficiaries¿ judicial sectors to respond effectively to organised crime and corruption cases. In particular, the action will provide a diagnostic of systemic challenges and gaps and formulate relevant and targeted recommendations for each beneficiary. In doing so, the action is expected to contribute to an improved track record of the prosecution and adjudication of organised crime, money laundering and corruption cases. The action will also strengthen criminal accountability and the rights of victims of the 1990s conflicts in the former Yugoslavia via the work of the International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals (IRMCT). The action is expected to contribute to the overall objective of IPA III Window 1 to strengthen the rule of law, democracy, respect of human rights and international law, civil society and security as well as to improve border management and also to the overall objective of IPA III Window 2 to is to foster cohesion and resilience by continued support to addressing the legacy of the past and bringing justice to victims of the wars of the 1990s on the territory of the former Yugoslavia.
European School in Georgia This Action will support the preparations, launch and implementation of Phase II, establishing a European High secondary Schoolschool in Tbilisi , under the aegis of the Government of Georgia.  As such, Phase II is envisaged as migrating the piloting
EU4Digital: Connecting Research and Education communities (EaPConnect) Renewed support to Eastern Partnership Research and Education Networks supporting science and education
expenditure verification of contract 402523 Contract related to: expenditure verification of contract 402523 - Support Measures for the Human Rights and Democracy thematic programme
Strengthening Environmental Resilience and Maritime Safety for Black and Caspian Sea riparian states - BCSEA II <p>The BCSEA II Action ¿ the next iteration of the EU¿s partnership with the Eastern Neighbourhood regarding maritime safety, security, working and living conditions of the seafarers, digitalisation and the protection of the marine environment including pollution response.</p>
Preparatory measures for the participation of IPA beneficiaries in the European Food Safety Authority 2019-2022 <p>The overall objective of the Action is contributing to increase the knowledge of the EU food safety policy within the IPA society. The specific objective of the Action is to prepare the IPA countries for participating in all relevant activities of EFSA, where also Member States are involved, as far as envisaged by the legislation. The Programme aims to increase the involvement of IPA countries in EFSAs work, networks and reporting tools through the building of the IPAs scientific assessment capacity and knowledge community.</p>
Civil Society Facility and Media Multi-country-Action 1 Civil Society Facility and Media Programme for the years 2016-2017 - allocation 2017
Western Balkans Disability Movement for EU Integrations <p>The project aims at strengthening an independent regional framework of disability organizations for harmonization and monitoring of national legislations according to the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, European Disability Strategy 2010-2020 and results framework indicated in the Guidelines for EU support to civil society in the enlargement countries 2014-2020</p>
Multi-beneficiary programme under the IPA-Transition Assistance and Institution Building Component for the year 2012-part subdelegated to ECHO Multi-beneficiary programme under the IPA-Transition Assistance and Institution Building Component for the year 2012-part subdelegated to ECHO - Multi-beneficiary programme under the IPA-Transition Assistance and Institution Building Component for the year 2012-part subdelegated to ECHO
Eastern Partnership SME Finance Facility  Phase II EIB The Facility aims at offering a wide range of financial services and products to SMEs and financial intermediaries throughout the region, increasing the availability of long-term funding to the SME sector.This is the second phase of the Eastern Partnership SME Finance Facility. Under this second phase, the emphasis will be given to stimulating local currency lending particularly for SMEs that are not earning foreign currency and could not afford the associated high costs of borrowing. The ultimate objective of the Project is to improve access to finance for SMEs.
Enhancing the functioning mechanisms of Sustainable Smart Cities and Regions and Green Economy centres Contract related to: Enhancing the functioning mechanisms of Sustainable Smart Cities and Regions and Green Economy centres - The East Global Allocation for 2021-2022 is a support measure giving the European Commission the possibility to fund measures and small-scale activities in a flexible way. The aim is to strengthen the means of implementation for sustainable development in line with the objectives of the Eastern Partnership (EaP) of the European Neighbourhood Policy, within the framework of the Neighbourhood, Development and Page 4 of 15 International Cooperation Instrument (NDICI) ¿ Global Europe - as well as its operational and policy priorities. The action contributes to SDG 17 to strengthen the means of implementation and revitalise the global partnership for sustainable development.&nbsp;The Specific Objectives (Outcomes) of this action are to 1. Strengthen the management, implementation and follow-up of external actions in the framework of the EaP objectives and priorities. 2. Enhance the information, communication and visibility activities towards awareness and understanding of the ENP
Technical Support to the Eastern Partnership Transport Panel - Phase 2 The project provides assistance aimed at strengthening the regional transport connectivity in the Eastern Partnership region and fulfils a secretariat function for the Eastern Partnership Transport Panel. It supports: (i) an ongoing update of the TEN-T Investment Action Plan; (ii) corridor definition and impact measurement; (iii) improvement of corridor performance and focus on digital development; (iv) establishment of EaP Road Safety Observatory and assistance to regional WGs on Road Safety.
EU4Digital: non-substantial modification of decision C(2017)7963 Budget increase of EUR 5 million (less than 20% increase). See also rider to Cris decision ENI/2017/40574
Revenue Administration and Public Financial Management in Southeast Europe <p>In cooperation with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) the Action will provide for targeted technical assistance for the implementation of country-specific policy guidance issued in the context of the enhanced economic governance approach. It will also support implementation of the public financial management reform priorities in the beneficiaries.</p>
Enhance labour conditions and occupational safety and health as a support to the  Western Balkans towards accessing European Union <p>The project Enhance labour conditions and occupational safety and health (OSH) as a support to the Western Balkans toward accessing European Union rests on three pillars: capacity building, networking, collaboration and reform processes for OSH, policy analyses & subsequent advocacy and information dissemination.</p>
TAIEX IPA II 2020 Provision of logistical services and financial management tasks (TAIEX 8) <p>Technical Assistance contract to implement TAIEX actions consisting of the provision of logistical services and financial management tasks.</p>
ENI East Global Allocation 2018 It is a support measure giving the European Commission a possibility to fund activities, including small-scale activities, in line with the objectives of the Eastern dimension of the European Neighbourhood Instrument (ENI)
Promoting the Clean Energy Transition in the Eastern Partnership countries: EU4Energy Phase II - Components 3 - 6 <p>The objective of the proposed action is to foster the clean energy transition and decarbonisation in the Eastern Neighbourhood countries through evidence-based energy policy design. The programme is sufficiently flexible to support also projects in sectors other than renewables and energy efficiency as long as the actions contribute in the long term to the EaP region¿s energy transition and decarbonisation efforts (e.g. electricity grid modernisation for the further market integration of RES.</p>
Promoting human rights and protecting minorities in the Western Balkans Multi-beneficiary Programme under IPA Transition Assistance and Institution Building Component for the year 2011
Expenditure verification of grant contract NEAR-TS/2019/409-168 Contract related to: Expenditure verification of grant contract NEAR-TS/2019/409-168 - Support Measure (Action Document 4) - DG NEARSupport measures under this Action will reinforce efficiency, performance and impact of the thematic programme implementation. These measures will allow for preparation, follow-up, monitoring, audit and evaluation activities, as well as other relevant activities directly linked to the achievement of the thematic programme¿s specific objectives, such as studies, meetings and consultations, exchanges of best practices, networking, training, information sessions, communication and public diplomacy.This Action will entail support for programme implementation in both HQ and EU Delegations, including preparation, implementation and monitoring of the CSO Roadmaps.This action document frames the use of support measures, as envisaged in Article 24 of the Regulation (EU) 2021/947 establishing the Neighbourhood, Development and International Cooperation Instrument - Global Europe and in the Multiannual Indicative Programme for Civil Society Organisations 2021-2027.The objectives of this action will mainly be achieved through services contracts directly managed by the competent European Commission services. This is justified by the nature of the activities (trainings, studies, events, evaluations or audits).
Dummy contract for late interest payment on the contract 403-246 <p>Dummy contract for late interest payment on the contract 403-246</p>-Dummy contract for late interest payment on the contract 403-246
Security for Human Beings and Borders - Combating Smuggling of Migrants in the Western Balkan <p>The Action enhances regional cooperation and good neighbourly relations in the Western Balkans through the development of a unified regional response to migrant smuggling. CSOs in 6 WB countries will be supported to cooperate with governmental representatives in order to develop harmonised regional practice and legal framework in line with the EU acquis to counter migrant smuggling</p>
Building institutional capacity in the Western Balkans to deal with challenges related to reintegration, resocialisation and rehabilitation of returning foreign terrorist fighters (RFTF) and their families from conflict zones Contract related to: Building institutional capacity in the Western Balkans to deal with challenges related to reintegration, resocialisation and rehabilitation of returning foreign terrorist fighters (RFTF) and their families from conflict zones - Multi-country Action Programme 2019
Addendum No. 1 to Service Contract No. 2016/382-382 Technical Assistance to Connectivity in the Western Balkans Preparation of high priority transport, energy and possibly digital connectivity infrastructure projects, ensuring their technical and economic viability, in order to bring them to maturity for investment co-financing, as well as support for the preparation and implementation of short and medium terms regional reform measures in the transport sector
Supporting resilience accross borders (EUBAM) EUBAM supports the development of Transnistrian region-related confidence-building measures, the implementation of the Integrated Border Management concept and efforts to combat trans-border crimes at the Moldova-Ukraine border.
Activity under preparation Action Grant with EED allocation 2025 <p>The overall objective of this action is strengthened participatory democracies in the Western Balkans and Turkey through an enhanced contribution by civil society and media. This action will provide additional flexible financial and technical support to independent media initiatives, civil society actors including grass-roots and community based organisations, activists and emerging actors, as well as to independent mission media actors in the Western Balkans and Turkey</p>
Community Budget contribution to the NIF - ENPI East Region COMMUNITY BUDGET CONTRIBUTION TO THE NIF - ENPI EAST REGION-Community Budget contribution to the NIF - ENPI East Region
Support to the implementation of the EU4Digital initiative The overall objective of the project is to contribute to the reduction of the digital divide in the Eastern Partnership region and to the harmonisation of the digital environments among the Eastern Partnership countries and with the EU.
Eastern Neighbourhood Civil Society Facility - 2012 funds The overall objective of the Eastern Neighbourhood Civil Society Facility is to strengthen and promote civil society's role in reforms and democratic changes taking place in the Eastern Neighbourhood countries, through increased participation in the fulfilment of Neighbourhood Policy objectives.
Participation of Georgia, Moldova and Ukraine in the Transport Community The action aims to strengthen cooperation in the field of transport by establishing and maintaining a continuous working relationship between Georgia, Moldova, Ukraine and the Transport Community. Implementation of the action is key in view of the candidate status of Ukraine and Moldova and European perspective for Georgia. The action will foster regional cooperation between the EU, Western Balkans and Georgia, Moldova, and Ukraine to support the homogeneous development of their transport sectors and ensure closer integration of transport markets. This will be mainly achieved through countries¿ alignment with relevant EU acquis in the field of road, rail, inland waterways, and maritime transport (excluding air transport) as well as support to development of Trans-European Transport Network in Georgia, Moldova, Ukraine.
Cross-border cooperation Programme the former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia - Republic of Albania for the years 2015-2017, allocations for 2016 IPA II Cross-border cooperation Programme the former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia - Republic of Albania for the years 2015-2017, 2016 allocations
EU4GenderEquality: Challenging gender stereotypes and practices in the EaP countries Regional programme on gender equality challenging gender stereotypes, promoting the role of men in care giving and introducing violence prevention programmes for perpetrators and providing a gender perspective in major reforms in the EaP countries.
LOT 5 - ACP 2021 - 10 SERVICE contracts - FW AUDIT <p>IPA/2019/406-420</p><p>IPA/2018/395-584</p><p>IPA/2016/381-052</p><p>IPA/2018/404-237</p><p>IPA/2019/412-506</p><p>IPA/2018/402-987</p><p>IPA/2017/386-597</p><p>IPA/2019/413-015</p><p>IPA/2018/397-293</p><p>IPA/2019/411-471</p>
Eastern Partnership Integrated Border Management Flagship Initiative: Implementation of a video-control system at road border crossing points and support for sustainable joint blue border surveillance This action aims to further enhance the integrated border management between the Republic of Moldova and Ukraine by encouraging joint control information exchange on persons/vehicles crossing the Moldovan-Ukrainian border, and border surveillance along common border and cooperation between agencies of both countries.
Transitional Justice (2014MCP) Multi-country Action Programme for 2014 - part ELARG-Transitional Justice (2014MCP)
EU4Digital: Investing in broadband connectivity The overall objective (Impact) of this action is to contribute to reducing the urban-rural digital gap in the Eastern Partnership region and support reconstruction and diversification of broadband networks, following the Russian unjustified invasion of Ukraine. The action will contribute to the joint target agreed by Eastern Partnership (EaP) leaders, the European Union and its Member States to reach at least 80% of Eastern Partnership households having access to affordable high-speed internet, with a particular focus on gender equality, bridging the urban-rural divide, and social inclusiveness.The action will support the set-up of a regional EU4Digital project preparation facility, whose role will consist in:1.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Supporting EaP partner countries in preparing national bankable investment projects supporting specific broadband development needs;2.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Mobilising public and private investments in broadband connectivity infrastructure for rural expansion and diversification of international backbone routes.&nbsp;The action proposes an extension to the programme ENI/2018/399-031 `EU4Digital: Broadband strategies in the EaP region¿ achieved in 2020, which laid the grounds for an update of broadband strategies, legal reforms, and enhanced policy dialogue in the EaP. This action will rely on a partnership with a selected International Financial Institution with the aim of having a catalytic effect and encouraging public-private cooperation. By supporting sustainable investments in quality infrastructure in line with the EU¿s values and standards, the action will contribute to the implementation of the Economic and Investment Plan for the Eastern Neighbourhood in the area of broadband connectivity, and to the implementation of the Global Gateway strategy.&nbsp;
Structural Reform Facility: World Bank component The objective is to build competitive and sustainable economies and reducing poverty and social exclusion in the Eastern Partnership region. This objetcives will be achieved through the provision of analytical, advisory and knowledge services and technical assistance related to the non-bank financial sector.
Improving the employment prospects for the Syrian refugees and host communities by high-quality VET and apprenticeship in Turkey (VET4JOB) - II <p>The Overall Objective of the Project is to improve sustainable livelihoods and employment prospects for the refugees and host communities, by supporting their skills development through apprenticeship and VET in line with labour market needs</p>