BenchMark Group helps Local Public Authorities (Municipalities), Private Companies, Non-Governmental Oraganizations and other interested parties in obtaining the relevant grants from the European Union and from the Bulgarian Government to finance their projects.BenchMark’s services include:

Consultancy on Funding Opportunities

There are various possibilities of obtaining different levels of financial support in conjunction with the EU Pre- accession and Structural Funds. BenchMark Group offers help to clients on suitable Grant schemes and moreover advises clients on appropriate changes and alterations to projects, which may enhance their chances of winning support.The service consists of profound research and analysis of existing and future programs for financing projects which are of interest to the client and it includes:

• Systematized information regarding particular programs and projects
• Amount and requirements for funding
• Recommendations

Preparation of Project Applications

BenchMark Group offers assistance with the preparation of project applications for participation in the European Union’s programs. The process is done in close collaboration with the client. The service includes:

• Definition of goals, methodology, sustainability, risk analysis
• Preparation of a project proposal, which consists of conception, application form, budget and business plan according to the requirements
• Submission of project proposals

Assistance in the Project Implementation

BenchMark Group can assist the client with the administrative management of the project. The service includes:

• Fascilitating the coordination with the managing authority
• Preparation of tender procedures /inc. draft of ToRs- Terms of Reference/
• Financial and technical reporting
• Maintaining of project documentation
• Coordination of publicity of the project activities