The International Federation of Consulting Engineers (Fidic) and the International Tunnelling and Underground Space Association (ITA-AITES) have teamed up to publish a new form of contract for tunnelling and underground works. Based on the enquiries on international best practice in contracting of tunnelling and underground construction works conducted by the ITA-AITES during the last fifteen...
The Proportionality Guide intends to ensure that all requirements imposed by the contracting authority are proportionate to the object and scope of the public contract. It provides additional requirements on the determination of the scope of public contracts, the selection of specific tender procedures, the use of qualitative selection criteria and even in relation to the terms...
Dear friends, The engineering-consulting industry had always and must continue having a decisive contribution to the development of our country, since it constitutes the first pillar for the implementation of technical and development projects and programmes of the public and private sectors. Additionally, the potential contribution of the consulting industry to the extrovert growth of...
As part of the Horizon 2020 Work Programme 2018-2020 on Secure, Clean and Efficient Energy, the European Commission has launched a call for proposals with one topic that looks at how bioclimatic building designs can help to provide an answer to rapid urbanisation in Africa, whilst at the same time supporting the local economies. The EU...
EFCA and FEACO jointly submit comments on the 2018 PRAG and share with the European Commission a series of critical elements in the procurement and contracting rules for EU external actions.
The latest sector review from the European Federation of Engineering Consultancy Associations (EFCA) shows strong markets in Europe but there are also continuous challenges. Press Release EFCA Barometer_Spring 2019
International engineering federation FIDIC (the International Federation of Consulting Engineers) has secured a major agreement with the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) that will see the international funding organisation adopt the use of six FIDIC standard contracts for the next five years. Under the terms of the agreement, FIDIC has granted the IDB, the leading source...
A new generation of infrastructure projects that harness the power of nature can help achieve development goals, including water security and climate resilience. In this report from the World Bank and World Resources Institute, both organizations are calling for green infrastructure, such as mangroves and wetlands, to play a bigger role in traditional infrastructure planning. Integrating nature into...
The Association of Consulting Engineers of Ireland (ACEI) will host the 2019 EFCA Annual General Meeting and Conference in Dublin, Ireland on 9-11 May 2019. Some outstanding venues have been booked to welcome delegates over the two days, including the conference itself at the historic Dublin Castle. Delegates will include CEOs from consulting engineering firms in...
Trading successfully across borders can strengthen your practice and help to make it more innovative and resilient to economic fluctuations. The Architects’ Council of Europe (ACE) encourages dynamic, enthusiastic practices with the necessary drive to grow internationally. This guide aims to assist consultants to develop international business opportunities and secure longterm success by adopting a strategic approach...
