
Today, the CBE JU opened a call for tenders for a framework contract to provide communication services. Interested parties can submit their applications by 26 February 2025, 16:00 CET.
The framework contract will cover a wide range of thematic communication activities in promoting funding opportunities, showcasing the achievements of the funded projects, and highlighting their contributions to Europe’s increased competitiveness. The awarded contractor will support CBE JU and four other joint undertakings (EU-RAIL, SNS JU, CHIPS JU and Global Health EDCTP3).
Future framework contractors will assist the joint undertakings with activities targeting a broad stakeholder community, including EU, national, and regional decision-makers, industry representatives, researchers, civil society actors, and consumers.
Wide-ranging communication services requested
The framework contract includes the following communication services:
- Management and coordination of thematic communication activities, such as social media, website management, graphic design, editing, events, and media relations.
- Content creation for both physical and digital materials in English.
- Proofreading and editing of content in English.
- Graphic design and video production.
- Organisation of events and exhibitions.
- Media engagement and public relations management.
- Logistical communications support.
These services are to be provided either extra-muros or intra-muros, depending on the needs of each organisation.
Contract duration, value, and procedure
The total value of the framework contract is estimated at €3,402,850 for a duration of up to 48 months. The contract will be awarded to the tenderer offering the best price-quality ratio. The procedure will result in the conclusion of multiple framework contracts in cascade with a maximum of 3 contractors.
Interested organisations can find more details, including the submission procedure and eligibility criteria, on the EU Funding & Tenders Portal under reference 17/2025 50328-2025. Tenders or questions must be submitted electronically via the EU Funding & Tenders Portal.
Key dates
- Deadline for questions: 18 February 2025, 00:00 CET
- Deadline to submit tenders: 26 February 2025, 16:00 CET
- Public opening of tenders: 27 February 2025, 10:00 CET
Evaluation of tenders is expected in early 2025, with the award of the framework contract shortly after. The communication services will be required as of the second part of 2025.