Strengthening Systems for Promoting Science, Technology, and Innovation: Research and Development

TA No.: 9375-MON
Contract Description: Research and Development
Objective and Purpose of the Assignment
The objective of the assignment is to assist the Ministry of Education, Culture, Science and Sports (MECSS) in strengthening systems for promoting science, technology, and innovation (STI) by (i) conducting in-depth study of the STI system and assessment of STI data infrastructure in Mongolia, and review of policies and programs adopted by emerging and advanced economies to promote knowledge and technology transfer and commercialization; (ii) identifying gaps to fill and areas to improve in, and drafting amendments to the legal and policy frameworks for IPR; and (iii) developing an STI investment plan. The consulting firm will organize various stakeholder and public consultation workshops in coordination with the MECSS to present findings and recommendations of the study, assessment and review, and discuss draft law amendments and investment plan. The firm is expected to work with the other consulting firm which will develop an online platform for STI, in carrying out business analysis based on the scope of the online platform to be defined through the assessment and consultations.