SoDi – Supporting the Implementation of the European Industrial Deal with Strengthened Social Dialogue in European Metal Sector

CALL FOR OFFER

CALL FOR OFFER – EXTERNAL EXPERT (SUBCONTRACTING) – NORTH MACEDONIA

Date of Publication: 01.06.2025
Deadline for Submission of Offers: 15.06.2025

Subject:

Call for Offers for the Selection of an External Expert (Subcontracting) to Carry Out Research, Facilitation and Consultation Activities within the EU-funded project
“SoDi – Supporting the Implementation of the European Industrial Deal with Strengthened Social Dialogue in European Metal Sector.”

Contracting Authority:

Federation of Polish Trade Unions of the Metal, Mining and Energy Industries (FZZMiH) on behalf of Autonomous Trade Union of Energy, Mining and Industry of Republic of Macedonia (SSERI)_Co-beneficiary of the SoDi project.

  Website: http://federacjametalowcowihutnikow-internationalprojects.eu

1. Background

Within the framework of the EU co-funded project “SoDi”, this call aims to subcontract an external expert to support national-level research and capacity-building activities in North Macedonia, particularly in the context of challenges and opportunities brought about by the European Industrial Deal.

The initiative aims to strengthen social dialogue mechanisms in the metal sector across Europe, addressing the twin transitions of the green and digital economies while ensuring fair working conditions and quality employment.

2. Scope of Work

The selected expert will be subcontracted to perform the following activities:

WP2 – National Research in North Macedonia

  • Attend the Online Researchers’ Working Group Meeting (July 2025)
  • Conduct national-level research (August–September 2025), including:
  • Administering an online survey with a minimum of 100 respondents
  • Organizing one online focus group (1 day)
  • Conducting at least 10 in-depth interviews with workers (transcriptions required)
  • Desk research

Deliverable: National Research Report (in Macedonian, max 20 pages / ~30,000 characters without spaces)
Deadline: 30 September 2025

WP3 – National-Level Training & Consultation Sessions

A) Face-to-Face National Training Session (2 days, between Nov 2025 – Jan 2026)

  • Prepare the agenda
  • Facilitate training activities for 7 participants + 1 national expert
  • Topics include effective social dialogue, fair working conditions, OSH, and just transition
  • Location: North Macedonia

Deliverable: Short event summary (minute) and completed participant list

B) Online National Consultation (1 day, between Dec 2025 – Mar 2026)

  • Facilitate a one-day online national consultation session
  • Prepare and present materials
  • Engage at least 7 participants in structured dialogue

Deliverable: National Consultation Report (5 pages, ~7,500 characters without spaces)

3. Expert Profile

Candidates must meet the following requirements:

  • Proven experience in industrial relations, labour research or social dialogue at national level
  • Expertise in qualitative and quantitative research methods
  • Strong facilitation and drafting skills
  • Fluency in Macedonian and English (spoken and written)
  • Previous involvement in EU-funded projects is considered an asset

4. Contract Conditions

Type of Contract: Contract for specific work
Contract Period: July 2025 – March 2026
Payment Terms: Based on deliverables and upon receipt of invoice

Selection Criteria: The contract will be awarded following the principle of best value for money, taking into account the quality of the proposal, relevant experience, and financial offer.

5. How to Apply

Interested service providers are invited to send their detailed offer, including a cost estimate and description of services, to the following email address:
📧 sekretariat@federacja-metalowcy.org.pl

Please indicate the following reference in the subject of your email:

Reference: SSERI/2025/EXT-EXPERT/NMK

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