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EU-GCC Dialogue on Economic diversification II
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Location:EU 27, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, UAE
Category:Consulting services
Status:Awarded
Sectors:Public Sector Governance, Private Sector & Trade
Languages:English
Contracting authority: European Commission - Service for Foreign Policy Instruments
Description
EU-GCC Dialogue on Economic diversification II
Notice Type: Call for tenders
Call for tenders details
Procedure identifier: EC-FPI/RUH/2024/EA-RP/0002
Submission method: Electronic
Status: Open for submission
Description
This negotiation procedure is based on the Action Document EU-GCC Dialogue on Economic diversification II, Financed under the Neighbourhood, Development and International Cooperation Instrument (NDICI-Global Europe). The action will continue the previous EU GCC Economic Diversification dialogue projects’ (2018-2024) objectives and will deepen the engagement with GCC counterparts on generating business and trade opportunities for EU businesses, particularly European SMEs, and supporting economic diversification in the GCC countries by sharing EU best practices. The overall objective of the action is to enhance EU-GCC trade and investment relations in line with the EU Joint Communication and to promote EU business interests, while contributing to the economic diversification in the GCC countries. The contractor will be responsible for the implementation of a broad range of activities to achieve the overall objective and its specific objectives, including inter alia: 1) Events and workshops, seminars, study tours, high- level conferences etc., in both at GCC and individual GCC country level; 2) Specialised technical assistance and policy analysis related to EU-GCC trade, investment and economic affairs; 3) Support to high-level EU GCC regional and bilateral dialogues and meetings, especially EU GCC Trade and Investment Dialogue and bilateral Co-operation Arrangements; 4) Developing and maintaining a social media campaign to promote the EU’s visibility in the GCC; 5) Mapping stakeholders and keeping a list of them – relevant authorities as well as business contacts to keep them informed about the events and networking possibilities; 6) Continuing support the establishment of first EU Chamber of Commerce in KSA and possibly supporting establishment in other GCC countries;
Procedure type: restricted
Estimated total value: 3500000 EUR
TED publication date: 29/03/2024
Lead contracting authority: European Commission, FPI - Service for Foreign Policy Instruments
Main classification (CPV):
79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services
Nature of the contract: Services
Maximum contract duration: 36 MONTH
Award method: best price-quality ratio
Framework agreement: None
Selection criteria: Suitability to pursue the professional activity - Please consult the procurement documents.
Economic and financial standing - Please consult the procurement documents.
Technical and professional ability - Please consult the procurement documents.
Places of delivery or performance:
20000821 - United Arab Emirates
20000842 - Bahrain
20000934 - Kuwait
20000979 - Oman
20000993 - Qatar
20000997 - Saudi Arabia
31085118 - EU Europe
Programme(s):
44995882 - Asia and the Pacific
Milestones
TED publication date: 29/03/2024
Deadline for receipt of requests to participate: 03 May 2024 16:00 Asia/Riyadh
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About the Funding Agency
EuropeAid is an agency responsible for designing European international cooperation and development policy and delivering aid worldwide. Its purpose is to aid in the reduction and eventual abolition of poverty in developing nations by fostering sustainable development, democracy, peace and security. With its partner nations, EuropeAid walks alongside them on their journey to sustainable development, continually adapting its help to their changing requirements. EuropeAid is also concerned with increasing the value and impact of aid money by ensuring that help is provided appropriately.
Under the donor EC - European Commission, DevelopmentAid covers the following entities:
Departments / Directorate Generals
- AGRI - Agriculture & Rural Development
- BUDG - Budget
- CLIMA - Climate Action
- COMM - Communication
- CNECT – Communications Networks, Content & Technology (formerly Digital Agenda)
- COMP - Competition
- ECFIN - Economic & Financial Affairs
- EAC - Education & Culture
- EMPL - Employment, Social Affairs & Inclusion
- ENER - Energy
- ENV - Environment
- ESTAT - Eurostat
- FISMA – Financial Stability, Financial Services & Capital Markets Union
- SANTE - Health & Food Safety
- ECHO - Humanitarian Aid & Civil Protection
- HR - Human Resources & Security
- DIGIT - Informatics
- GROW - Internal Market, Industry, Entrepreneurship & SMEs
- DEVCO – International Cooperation & Development - EUROPEAID
- SCIC - Interpretation
- JRC - Joint Research Centre
- JUST - Justice & Consumers
- MARE - Maritime Affairs & Fisheries
- HOME - Migration & Home Affairs
- MOVE - Mobility & Transport
- NEAR – Neighbourhood & Enlargement Negotiations
- REGIO - Regional & Urban Policy
- RTD - Research & Innovation
- SG – Secretariat-General - no procurement opportunities available
- FPI – Service for Foreign Policy Instruments
- TAXUD - Taxation & Customs Union
- TRADE - Trade
- DGT - Translation
Agencies
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- European Fisheries Control Agency
- Single Resolution Board
- Office of the Body of European Regulators for Electronic Communications (BEREC Office)
- The Executive Agency for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (EASME)
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- European Environment Agency
- European Agency for the operational management of large-scale IT systems in the area of freedom, security and justice (eu-LISA)
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- European Patent Office
- European External Action Service
- Agency for the Cooperation of Energy Regulators
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About the Sectors
Public Sector Governance
Covers initiatives that strengthen public institutions, improve service delivery, and support transparent, accountable, and effective governance systems.
Key areas:
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- Decentralization and local government strengthening
- Anti-corruption and integrity frameworks in public bodies
- Democratic processes, elections, and political institutions
Private Sector & Trade
Entails initiatives that promote entrepreneurship, strengthen competitive markets, and expand domestic and international trade opportunities.
Key areas:
- Private sector development and SME/MSME support
- Entrepreneurship, start-ups, and business growth initiatives
- Trade facilitation, import/export, and market access
- Commerce, retail/wholesale, and free trade mechanisms
Locations
Bahrain
Bahrain has invested in transport networks, housing and energy infrastructure to support its financial services and industrial sectors. Regional Gulf financing and public-private partnerships play an important role in infrastructure delivery. Development strategies aim to diversify the economy beyond hydrocarbons and enhance competitiveness. Fiscal consolidation and debt management are ongoing priorities to ensure infrastructure investment remains sustainable.
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Nr. of grants: 1272
Nr. of donors: 296
Nr. of jobs: 10
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Nr. of grants: 1272
Nr. of donors: 296
Nr. of jobs: 10
Kuwait
Kuwait uses hydrocarbon revenues to finance advanced transport, energy, and housing infrastructure, supporting industrial and service sector development. Public-private partnerships and sovereign investment funds play a major role in sustaining infrastructure expansion. The country is implementing economic diversification plans, particularly in logistics, finance, and renewable energy, to reduce reliance on oil. Challenges include ensuring fiscal sustainability, enhancing private sector participation, and maintaining efficiency in long-term infrastructure projects.
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Nr. of jobs: 12
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