MPA4Change | Invitation to tender – external service contract: Communication Consultant

This call for tenders is issued within the scope of the Interreg Euro-MED MPA4Change project (Euro-MED0200736) – Enhancing Marine Protected Areas as Nature Based Solutions for adaptation to climate change: from local actions to Mediterranean basin strategy.

For the purposes of this tender, acting on behalf of the project partners, the contracting authority for this Invitation to Tender is the EUROPARC Federation.

Procurement – External service contract for the provision of Communication Services

EUROPARC Federation is looking to engage with a consultant with proven experience in supporting communications in an international context.

Above all, the project requires a consultant who is innovative, solution-oriented and able to implement the actions described in this invitation to tender. Previous experience of delivering similar work as an external service contractor within the scope of an EU funded project is required: those bidding for this contract should be able to demonstrate familiarity with EU funded project terms and conditions especially in relation to publicity.

Additionally, the consultant must count with strong writing and editing skills in English, be able to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines and be familiar with the operation of specific tools and programmes, as indicated in the inviation to tender, for: website content management, email marketing, design and videomaking. Knowledge on marine conservation, climate change and/or environmental topics will be an asset.

The contract for which this invitation to tender is launched has a total duration of aproximately four months, with the implementation of activities expected to start on 11 September 2025 and finalising on 31 December 2025. Additionally, the consultant should remain available for a period of three months after the finalisation of the contract to provide any clarification needed about the actions performed in order to support the reporting of the work to the Interreg Euro-MED programme.

Bidders are asked to outline their budget proposal – the VAT amount and rate must be stated separately on bids. Bids must be submitted by 23:59h CEST on 05 September 2025 in English, setting out how the consultant will deliver the contract effectively and efficiently and demonstrate relevant technical knowledge, skills and experience.

Bids must be submitted in the required format and received by 23:59h CEST on 05 September 2025.

A complete description of the offer and contract specifications can be found in the Invitation to Tender document (below):

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For further information, please contact Fernando Pinillos, EUROPARC Federation´s MPA4Change Project Manager: fernando.pinillos@…