Call for proposals to support structured dialogue at national or regional level on public procurement in the health sector - HERA

This program supports various legal entities, both public and private, across EU Member States and eligible non-EU countries, to achieve the critical objective of strengthening public procurement in the health sector. The primary goal is to enhance resilience and efficiency in healthcare systems by facilitating structured dialogue and the development of new strategies.

The EU4Health Programme targets projects focused on enhancing public procurement in the health sector, with a strong emphasis on strategic development and resilience. This involves activities from mapping existing procurement environments to developing new national and regional strategies, supported through a budget-based grant covering various eligible costs.

The EU4Health Programme provides significant financial support for projects aimed at enhancing public procurement in the health sector, offering grants up to 5 million EUR with varying funding rates. Projects are expected to have a typical duration of 12 to 18 months, ensuring a focused and impactful timeframe for implementation.

Applicants to the EU4Health public procurement call must meet specific legal and operational criteria, including forming a consortium with diverse expertise and adhering to strict financial and reporting guidelines. Compliance with EU regulations, ethical principles, and dissemination requirements is essential throughout the project lifecycle.

The application process for this EU4Health call is fully online, involving a one-stage submission and a single-step evaluation. Proposals are assessed against stringent criteria, with successful applicants progressing to a grant preparation phase.

The EU4Health call for proposals is established and governed by key European Union legal frameworks, ensuring its legitimacy and adherence to financial regulations. These foundational documents are publicly accessible through official EU channels.