National Info Day 1st call of Interreg DANUBE

9th October 2015Prague

1. How to develop a Project Intervention Logic2. How to fill the Expression of Interest3. Application and assessment procedures

Agenda

Result Orientation

Reinforced and (more) systematic approach to ensure direct contribution of projects to achieve Specific Objectives and Programme Objectives

Stringent alignment of projects and Programme regarding

Objectives

Results

Outputs

Exact quantification of project outputs through a set of limited, pre-defined output indicators

1. Project Intervention Logic

Specific Objective X [ … ]

Result IndicatorIntensity of cooperation of key actors and stakeholders in the

Danube area …

Output Indicators- Nr. of strategies- Nr. of tools- Nr. of pilot actions- Nr. of documented learning

interactions

Project

Project Main ObjectiveContribution to Programme

Specific Objective

Project ResultContribution to Programme Result

Indicator

Project OutputsContribution to Programme

Output Indicators

Project Specific ObjectivesContribution to Project Main

Objective

Guidelines for EoI

AM part 6 III

1. Project Intervention Logic

Programme

Programme Mission

Targets(semi-quantitative)

Targets(quantitative) EoI, part 6

Specific Objective X

[ … ]

Project Intervention Logic - Objectives

Project Main Objective What is the intended strategic, long-term change? Definition of only one concise main objective Description of the contribution of the main

objective to the Programme Specific Objective

Project Specific Objectives What are the immediate effects of the project? Definition of up to three concrete sub-objectives Description of the contribution of the specific

objectives to the project main objective

1. Project Intervention Logic

1. Project Intervention Logic

Project Intervention Logic – Result

ProgrammeResult Indicator

Intensity of cooperation of key

actors and stakeholders in the

Danube area …

Project Result

What is the benefit of using the project outputs? Description of one concise result only Description of the contribution of the project

result to the Programme Result Indicator

1. Project Intervention Logic

ProgrammeOutput Indicators

- Nr. of strategies- Nr. of tools- Nr. of pilot actions- Nr. of documented

learning interactions

Project Intervention Logic - Outputs

Project Outputs

What has been produced for the money given? Project outputs have to contribute to one

compulsory programme output indicator (documented learning interactions)

… and have to contribute to one up to max. 4 further programme output indicator

AM, Part 6, pp 13

ProgrammeOutput Indicators

- Nr. of strategies

- Nr. of tools

- Nr. of pilot actions

- Nr. of documented learning interactions

Project OutputsOutput Value1 Danubian strategy for (…) based on 8 country reports 1

1 Danubian strategy for (…) based on 8 country reports 8

4 local action plans (for 4 pilots) 4

1 E-learning platform 1

1 internal project management manual 1

Pilot implementation of action plans in 4 sites 4

Implementation 1 E-learning course (4 X 25 particip.) 1

Implementation 1 E-learning course (4 X 25 particip.) 4

Implementation 1 E-learning course (4 X 25 particip.) 100

Intervention Logic – Outputs

1. Project Intervention Logic

1. Project Intervention Logic

Output Indicators

AM, Part 6, pp 13

Documented learning interaction

process of acquiring institutional knowledge through transnational cooperation addressing common problems and\or challenges in a specific field

- E.g. capacity building measures, e-learning platforms, peer-reviews …

- Mandatory horizontal output indicator; each projects has to implement at least one (recommended: three) learning interactions!

- Documented means that physical proofs that such a learning process has been implemented

Strategy

Should start with the definition of joint problems/ challenges and set up clear mid and long term objectives reflecting the common vision of the Danube Region in a specific field.

Should aim at policy integration in the Danube area in the selected fields and act as policy drivers below EU level but above national level.

- Action plans break down the strategy goals and objectives into specific actions.

1. Project Intervention Logic

Output Indicators

AM, Part 6, pp 13

Tool

means for achieving a specific task. Tools should be jointly developed at transnational level and be innovative.

Tools can be tangible (physical or technical objects) and intangible (methods, concepts or services).

- e.g. analytical tools, management tools, software tools, monitoring tools, decision support tools, technical tools

Pilot action

practical implementation of newly developed solutions (e.g. services, tools, methods or approaches, even an investment)

has an experimental nature which aims at testing, evaluating and/or demonstrating the feasibility and effectiveness of a scheme

Deliverable: side product or service contributing to the development of an output

→ All products under WP1 and WP2 are deliverables

2. How to fill the EoI

Expression of Interest (EoI) is part of the “Applicants Package” consisting in:

- Cooperation Programme (CP)

- Applicants Manual (AM)

- Guidance for EoI (+ Call announcement)

Base the filling of the EoI on a sound understanding of CP and AM!

- Contact NCP or JS in case of any question!

Don’t leave the filling of the EoI for the very last moment!

Don’t leave the submission of EoI for the very last moment (technical constraints might hamper submission on time)!

Guidance for EoI

3. Application and Assessment

1st step

- Opening of the CfP on 23rd of September 2015

- Submission of a “light” Expression of Interest; focus on the strategic relevance of a project (and less on operational details)

- Deadline for submission on 3rd of November (EoI only, no additional \ original documents required)

2nd step

- Submission of a full Application Form by pre-selected projects; balanced focus on strategic and operational elements

- Deadline for submission expected for the 2nd quarter of 2016

- Submission includes additional \ original documents such as a partnership agreement (anticipate time needed for providing documents and related signatures…!)

- Limited flexibility for modifying projects between 1st to 2nd step!!

2-step application procedure

AM, Part 5

3. Application and Assessment

Changes between 1st and 2nd step

Lead Partner cannot be changed!!

Partnership:

- For partnerships with up to 10 partners, a replacement or withdrawal of max 2 partner is allowed

- For partnerships with up to 15 partners, a replacement or withdrawal of total max 3 partners is allowed

- For partnerships larger than 15 partners, a replacement or withdrawal of total max 4 partners is allowed

- No limitation for adding partners, in case this contributes to the quality of the partnerships and does not affect the basic character of the project

3. Application and Assessment

Assessment – 1st step

A) Eligibility check: 7 compulsory yes\no criteria

B) Quality check: 8 scored criteria, each 0-5 points

6 Strategic criteria, max. 30 points- Intervention Logic- Partnership - …. > 60%

< 60%

2 Operational criteria, max. 10 points- Budget- Work plan

>74%Direct invitation 2nd

step

74% - 60%Invitation decided

by MC< 60%

AM, Part 5

3. Application and Assessment

Assessment - EligibilityNr Eligibility criteria Description

1The EoI has been submitted within the set deadline (date and time)

The EoI has been submitted within the date and time set in the call announcement.

2 The EoI has been submitted through the official DTP website

The EoI has been submitted through the specific section of the official DTP website.

3 The EoI is compiled in English All parts of the EoI are compiled in English, as the official language of the DTP.

4

Partnership is composed by at least three financing partners from at least three participating countries of which at least one (the LP) is located in a Member State

Partnership complies with the minimum requirement for a transnational DTP partnership: at least three financing partners (receiving ERDF or IPA co-financing) from at least three participating countries, of which at least one the Lead Partner is located in a Member State.

5 Lead Applicant is an eligible beneficiary

The Lead Applicant fulfils the requirement set in Part 2, section II of the Applicants Manual.

6

The proposal contributes to the programme objectives/mission and the programme priorities.

The proposal clearly addresses the Programme mission. It clearly focuses on and contributes to the selected priority.

.

7The proposal contributes to at least two programme output indicators

The proposal contributes to the horizontal output indicator predefined in the EoI and to at least another programme output indicator.

AM, Part 5

3. Application and Assessment

Assessment – Quality /strategicAssessment main questions Guiding questions Points

Are the territorial needs and challenges identified and duly justified? Are the territorial needs/ challenges coherently described?

5 pointsIs the proposal clearly addressing the needs/ challenges?

Are the described needs/ challenges relevant for achieving the programme objectives?

Is the intervention logic coherent? Is the project intervention logic coherent with the programme one?

5 pointsIs the project main objective clearly contributing to achieving the selected programme specific objective?Are the envisaged activities expected to reach the planned result?

To which extent the proposal contributes to an EU strategy or policy? Is the project concretely contributing to a programme relevant EU strategy/ policy (other than EUSDR) in the thematic field addressed by the project?

5 pointsDoes the project clearly contribute to one or more Priority Areas as set out in the Action Plan of the EUSDR?Does the project provide clear value added regarding the achievement of actions and/or targets defined for one or more EUSDR Priority Areas?

Is the partnership composition relevant, justified and balanced for the proposed project?

Is the partnership representing the right mix of countries and competences according to the project topic?

5 pointsIs the partnership balanced and not overly dominated by one country?

Is the Lead Applicant experienced and competent to lead the partnership?

Is the need for transnational cooperation demonstrated? Does the project have a clear transnational dimension/impact?

5 pointsIs the added value of the transnational cooperation clearly described?

Is the target group defined and has ownership of the project results? Is the target group clearly identified?

5 pointsDoes the proposal clearly explain how the target group will integrate/use the project results?Are the durability and transferability of its results clearly ensured?

Total 30 pointsAM, Part 5

3. Application and Assessment

Assessment – Quality /operational

Assessment main questions Guiding questions PointsIs the work plan realistic, consistent and coherent? Is the proposed timetable coherent and realistic?

5 pointsAre the planned activities realistic and coherent with the overall methodology?Is the work plan well-structured and mature?

Does the project budget demonstrate value for money? Is the overall requested amount coherent with the proposed activities, outputs and partnership?

5 pointsIs the budget of each WP coherent with the planned activities and involved partners?

Total 10 points

AM, Part 5

3. Application and Assessment

Assessment – final considerations

Sound understanding of the assessment procedure / criteria helps to develop a project proposal in a more “targeted” way

Small differences in scoring can make a big difference … all sections of the EoI should be carefully elaborated

Self-assess your project proposal in a critical manner and reserve enough time for revisions and adjustments

Johannes Gabriel Project Officer Joint Secretariat | Danube Transnational ProgrammeHonvéd utca 13-15 – 1055 Budapest, HungaryTel: +36 1 795 5886

Contact

johannes.gabriel@interreg-danube.euwww.interreg-danube.eu