Tenders Are Invited For Market Access Consultants - Euromed Clusters Forward. Context & Background About Berytech: Berytech Is A Leading Organization In The Entrepreneurial Eco-System In Lebanon, That Aims To Provide A Conducive Environment For The Creation And Development Of Startups, Through Incubation, Business Support, Counseling, Funding, Networking, And Company Hosting, Hence Taking Part In The Economic Revival Of The Country, Participating In Wealth And Job Creation, And Retaining Graduates And High-Level Skills In Lebanon. About Euromed Clusters Forward: Euromed Clusters Forward Is A 4-Year Project That Aims At Establishing And Improving Clusters Legal Policies, Strengthening Clusters Capacity & Regional Cooperation, And Strengthening Regional Value Chains. Berytech Is The Implementing Partner Of Euromed Clusters Forward In Lebanon, That Is Funded By The European Union And Coordinated By Anima Investment Network With 3 Implementing Partners And 9 Affiliates From The Euromed Region. About Cluster Booster: Cluster Booster Is A Technical Assistance Activity Under The Euromed Clusters Forward Led By Berytech. It Aims At Strengthening The Skills Of Cluster Managers, Staff, And Sme Members In The South Mediterranean Region. This 18-Month Program Offers Training And Technical Help To Help Clusters Grow And Succeed. Key Focuses Include Establishing And Improving The Governance And Sustainability Models; Developing Strategies To Attract New Members; Analyzing Value Chains For Better Market Positioning; Scaling-Up Their Business Performances And Enhancing Technological And Innovation Capabilities To Foster North-South Mediterranean Collaboration. Cluster Overview: A Lebanese Ict Association With 120 Members, Of Whom 90 Are Active, Founded 20 Years Ago. It Ambitions To Enhance The Cooperation And Collaboration Among Lebanese Based Ict Companies, Expand The Ict Penetration And Adoption In Lebanon, And Position Lebanon As A Leading Provider Of Ict Products And Services In The Region. To Achieve These Objectives, The Association Offers Capacity Building Services, Advocacy Services, And Access To Market Services Such As The Organization Of Local Exhibitions And Participation In Global/Regional Trade Shows. Scope Of Work The Consultant/Expert Will: Task 1: Market Screening And Mapping Organize A Kick-Off Meeting With The ClusterS Management Team To Better Understand The Scope Of The Assignment And Its Desired Outcomes. Identify A Broad Set Of Regional And International Markets Relevant To Pca. Conduct High-Level Screening Based On Macro Indicators, Sector Relevance, And Trade/Technology Trends. Task 2: Sector And Sub-Sector Analysis Analyze Market Demand By Sub-Sector To Identify Which Sub-Sectors Offer The Strongest Growth And Entry Opportunities Per Market, Including (But Not Limited To): Artificial Intelligence (Ai), Robotics And Automation, Software And Digital Solutions, Engineering And Technology Services. Task 3: Ecosystem And Opportunity Mapping For Shortlisted Markets, The Consultant/Expert Will Analyze: Availability And Quality Of Talent And Skills, Presence Of Innovation Ecosystems, Key Clusters, Accelerators, And R&D Centers Key Industry Events, Exhibitions, And Networking Platforms, Identify Opportunities For Partnerships, Pilots, And Commercial Engagement. Identify Key Buyer Segments And Demand Drivers Per Priority Market, Including Main Customer Industries, Public Vs Private Demand Analyze Market Entry Conditions For Shortlisted Priority Markets, Including: Regulatory And Compliance Considerations (Especially For Ai, Software, Engineering Services), Typical Go-To-Market Models And Barriers To Entry For Smes (Costs, Certifications, Trust, Ip, Localization), Time-To-Market Considerations. Task 4: Market Prioritization Framework Conduct A High-Level Competitive Landscape Review, Identifying Key Regional, National, International Competitor Clusters Or Hubs, And Develop Clear Criteria For Market Prioritization. Apply The Criteria To Rank And Shortlist Priority Markets For Pca. Justify The Selection With Data And Qualitative Insights. Task 5: Strategic Implications For Pca Translate Findings Into Practical Recommendations And Strategy For Pca, Including: Which Markets To Prioritize For Future Missions And Events How Pca Members Can Engage More Effectively With These Markets How Pca Can Optimize Its International Outreach Strategy Propose Additional Criteria For Pca Membership Acceptance, Aligned With: Priority Markets Required Capabilities And Sub-Sectors Long-Term Strategic Positioning Of The Cluster Expected Deliverables Market Intelligence Report, Including: Overview Of Analyzed Regional And International Markets, Sector And Sub-Sector Opportunity Analysis, & Key Buyer Segments Ecosystem And Talent Mapping. Market Prioritization Matrix, Clearly Identifying And Ranking Priority Markets And Market Entry Conditions. Strategic Recommendations Document, Outlining: Priority Markets And Sectors, Implications For PcaS Future Activities, Guidance On Targeted Missions, Events, And Partnerships. Membership Alignment Note, Proposing: Additional Criteria For Accepting New Pca Members, Desired Profiles, Capabilities, And Sub-Sectors Aligned With Market Demand. Presentation And Validation Workshop With Pca Members, Presenting Key Findings And Gathering Feedback. (Validation Of Priority Markets And Entry Approaches With Pca Members) Timeline The Total Number Of Working Days Allocated For This Consultancy Is Set At 40 Days. Activity Due Date Organizing The Kick-Off Meeting With The Cluster March 2026 Drafting The Preliminary Market Access Framework March 2026 Reviewing The Market Access Framework With The Cluster March 2026 Developing The Final Version Of The Market Access Framework April 2026 Facilitating The Debriefing Meeting Around The Market Access Framework April 2026 Drafting The Preliminary Market Study April 2026 Reviewing The Drafted Market Study With The Cluster May 2026 Developing The Final Version Of The Market Study May 2026 Facilitating The Debriefing Workshop Around The Market Study May 2026 Qualifications A Consultancy Firm/Consortium Of Individual Consultants/Individual Consultant With At Least 7 To 10 Years Of Experience In Conducting Market Research And/Or Developing Market Access Strategies And/Or Frameworks. A Proven Track Record In Providing Strategic And/Or Market Intelligence Services To Non-Governmental Organizations, Associations, And/Or Clusters. A Sound Knowledge Of The Cluster Approach And Best Practices. Advanced Understanding Of The Ict Sector. Proficiency In Market Research Tools, Platforms, And Techniques And Strong Analytical, Pedagogical, Synthesis, And Communication Skills. Fluency In English And Arabic. Budget Up To 8 000 Eur. How To Apply To Apply, Please Submit Your Proposal (Technical And Financial), Agenda Of Activities, Along With Your Resume And Work/ Project Portfolio By Email To:
[email protected] Before February 18, 2026, Bod With The Subject: Cluster Booster Market Access Framework & Study The Application Should Include: Technical Proposal Describing The Methodology, Content Of The Mission. Financial Proposal Describing The Costs Incurred In Preparing And Providing The Mission. The Financial Proposal Shall Be Quoted In Euro. Cvs Of The Individuals Involved & Portfolio Of Similar Projects. The Shortlisted Candidates Will Be Contacted By Beginning Of March 2026. Tender Link : Https://Www.Daleel-Madani.Org/Calls-For-Proposal
