Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a14091-2621-7119-b4cd-cf677e14331b/ireland-research-and-development-services-and-related-consultancy-services-c closed IE open procedure Suitable for SMEs # Research and development services and related consultancy services – Climate Change Capacity Building - Scoping Study [Donegal Local Development Company Ltd](https://tendernation.io/buyers/donegal-local-development-company-ltd) Estimated value €12,195 Published 10 Mar 2026 Deadline Closed 30 Mar 2026 ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Small contract value Valued under £135,018 including VAT, the lowest Procurement Act threshold for goods and services. - Open procedure Anyone can submit a full tender; there is no shortlisting stage. [More contracts for small businesses and VCSEs](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/for-small-businesses) ## About this tender DLDC is seeking tenders from competent consultancy providers to carry out a scoping study with key stakeholders in Co.Donegal. The study will be restricted to community organisations located in the DLDC catchment area, which excludes Inishowen, Gaeltacht and Islands. The main purpose of the study is to identify the need for capacity building in local communities in the areas of environmental sustainability, climate action and climate change mitigation and adaptation. Key deliverables will include a detailed assessment of the current training provision available to community organisations in Donegal and to identify gaps in terms of climate related training provision. The consultant will be expected to carry out a combination of secondary desk-based research as well primary research including: • Online or telephone survey of a broad representation of community organisations to establish their current training needs and areas of training and capacity building interests. • Establishment of whether this training and capacity building is available locally, where provided and by whom etc. • In-person focus groups or interviews with a sampling of community organisations to identify needs focusing on building capacity for sustainability and climate action. The sampling should consist of a minimum of 20 community groups and should include but not be limited to Tidy Towns, Angling Associations, Men’s Sheds, Community Gardens, Environmental Groups and Social Enterprises. • The in-person focus groups and interviews should facilitate detailed recommendations to DLDC on training topics / modules that will be engaging and incorporate practical elements, preferred location, preferred duration and identification of any resources required to facilitate the key stakeholders drive positive change in the areas of climate, circular economy, sustainability, social inclusion and just transition and climate action at a local level are required. • Thought as to how community groups will be able to build capacity with the wider community should also be considered. The consultant will provide a final report with findings and actionable recommendations. The consultant will also provide DLDC with summary notes from each of the focus groups or interviews. All costs associated with the above activities including venue hire, materials and travel should be considered when preparing the tender response. The indicative budget for the delivery of this contract is €15,000 including VAT. Read full description ## CPV classification Research and development services and related consultancy services Other community, social and personal services Design and execution of research and development Source Tenders Electronic Daily (EU) · Notice 164935-2026 [View official notice](https://ted.europa.eu/en/notice/164935-2026) Never miss a tender like this again Get AI summaries, deadline alerts and a bid pipeline for tenders matched to your business. Free to start. 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