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Purpose & Target

The core objective of this grant is to raise the competencies of staff working for entities listed in the 'Baza Usług Rozwojowych' (Database of Development Services - BUR). This program targets entities registered in the BUR database ('Podmiot BUR') and potentially their cooperating partners, seeking to develop the skills and qualifications of their employees through external training and development services. - SECTOR-AGNOSTIC: The grant is open to entities from various sectors, as long as they are registered as a 'Podmiot BUR'. - Geographic scope: Poland. - Key filtering criteria: Applicant must be a registered 'Podmiot BUR' or a 'Podmiot współpracujący' meeting specific experience criteria; employee undergoing training must meet specific employment criteria. - Grant frequency: This is a recurring grant opportunity, with 8 recruitment rounds scheduled until July 2026. - Program context: It is part of a larger recruitment drive titled 'Raising the competence of BUR Entity staff', potentially funded under the 'European Funds for Social Development 2021-2027' program.

Financial Structure

This grant primarily offers reimbursement for costs incurred by the support recipient for their participation in approved 'Usługi rozwojowe' (development services).
The verification of these costs will occur before any reimbursement is disbursed.
Specific budget ranges, minimum or maximum grant amounts per application, currency, funding rates (e.g., percentage of eligible costs covered), co-financing requirements, and indirect cost policies are not explicitly specified in the provided grant documentation.

Eligibility Requirements

Organizational Type & Registration

Applicant must be a 'Podmiot BUR' (BUR Entity) with an active entry in the 'Baza Usług Rozwojowych' (Database of Development Services) that explicitly permits the publication of services with public funding.
If applying as a 'Podmiot współpracujący' (Cooperating Entity), the entity must demonstrate that it has personally conducted at least 5 'Usługi rozwojowe' (development services) in collaboration with the same 'Podmiot BUR' within the last 3 years prior to submitting the application.

Employee Eligibility

The project participant ('Uczestnik/Uczestniczka projektu') must be an employee as defined by Art. 3 ust 3 of the Act of 9 November 2000 on the establishment of the Polish Agency for Enterprise Development (PARP).
The employee delegated to the project by the 'Podmiot BUR' must have been employed for at least the last 3 months prior to the submission of the application, based on an employment contract or certificate, and with confirmed ZUS (social security) contributions paid for those last 3 months.
Each individual project participant may only take part in one project within this specific recruitment drive ('Nabór "Podniesienie kompetencji kadr Podmiotów BUR"').

Exclusion Criteria

The applicant cannot simultaneously act as a service provider ('Wykonawca Usług rozwojowych') for other support recipients within this same recruitment drive.
The applicant cannot be an entity related (personally or financially) to the service provider, the Beneficiary, or any project partners. The definition of 'related entities' is detailed in the project's official Regulations (not provided in this document).
The applicant cannot be a beneficiary (operator) or a partner of an operator within a Subject Financing System in any Regional Program for the 2021-2027 financial perspective, nor within the 'European Funds for Social Development 2021-2027' program.
The applicant cannot be an entity subject to a change in their BUR entry status, such as having their ability to publish 'Usługi rozwojowe' suspended or having previously published service information blocked.
The applicant must not be excluded based on Art. 6b. ust. 3 pkt 1)-3) lit. a-c or pkt 4) of the Act of 9 November 2000 on the establishment of the Polish Agency for Enterprise Development (PARP).
The applicant must not be excluded from receiving European Union funds under EU and national legislation that imposes sanctions on entities and individuals directly or indirectly supporting or responsible for the Russian Federation's war actions.

Application Process

Application Process Steps

Step 1: Entity Registration: The 'Podmiot BUR' (BUR Entity) must first register in the dedicated online recruitment system.
Step 2: Application Submission: The completed Application for Support ('Wniosek o wsparcie') and all required attachments must be submitted via the Beneficiary's IT system.
Step 3: Document Verification: The Beneficiary will then proceed with a thorough verification of all submitted documents.
Step 4: Results Announcement: The final results of the recruitment process will be officially announced.

Application Rounds & Deadlines All submission deadlines are at 10:00 AM local time. Applicants are advised to submit well in advance of the deadline. - Round I: Applications accepted from April 22, 2025 – May 14, 2025 - Round II: Applications accepted from June 2, 2025 – June 18, 2025 - Round III: Applications accepted from July 8, 2025 – July 24, 2025 - Round IV: Applications accepted from September 2, 2025 – September 17, 2025 - Round V: Applications accepted from October 1, 2025 – October 16, 2025 - Round VI: Applications accepted from January 8, 2026 – January 23, 2026 - Round VII: Applications accepted from March 3, 2026 – March 18, 2026 - Round VIII: Applications accepted from July 1, 2026 – July 16, 2026 - The latest possible submission deadline for any round is July 16, 2026, at 10:00 AM. Required Documentation & Materials

The complete Application for Support ('Wniosek o wsparcie') along with all its necessary attachments.
An Individual Development Plan ('Indywidualny plan rozwoju') outlining the specific development goals.
Development Service Cards ('Karty Usług rozwojowych') for each planned service.
Proof of the employee's employment for at least 3 months prior to application submission (e.g., employment contract or certificate).
Proof of ZUS (social security) contributions paid for the employee for the last 3 months prior to application submission.
A declaration from both the support recipient and the project participant confirming that they will participate in only one project within this specific recruitment drive.
A declaration from the support recipient confirming non-exclusion from EU funds based on sanctions.

Submission Format & Platform

All applications must be submitted exclusively through the Beneficiary's dedicated online recruitment system.

Application Assistance

For any necessary information or support regarding the application, an infoline is available: 32 706 13 01.

Evaluation Criteria

Formal & Procedural Verification

Verification of the support recipient's formal eligibility, including their valid BUR database entry.
Verification of the project participant's employee status as per the PARP Act and confirmation of employment duration (minimum 3 months with ZUS contributions).
Confirmation that the support recipient and project participant declare participation in only one project within this specific recruitment drive.
Verification of the support recipient's declaration of non-exclusion from EU funds based on sanctions, which includes cross-referencing with official sanction lists (e.g., Polish Sanctions List).
Verification that the support recipient is not simultaneously acting as a service provider for other recipients in the same recruitment drive.
Verification that the support recipient is not an entity related (personally or financially) to the service provider, beneficiary, or project partners.
Verification that the support recipient is not an operator or partner in specific regional or EU funding programs.
Verification that the support recipient is not currently subject to a change in their BUR entry status.
Verification of general non-exclusion criteria as per the PARP Act.

Substantive Evaluation (conducted by Experts)

The planned 'Usługi rozwojowe' (development services) must directly align with and stem from the Individual Development Plan submitted with the application.
The services must fit within the thematic scope indicated in Attachment 11 (this attachment is not provided in the source text).
The services must be capable of enabling the achievement of the specific developmental goals defined by the project participants.
Evaluation of Development Service Cards ('Karty Usług rozwojowych')
Correctness and Compliance: The cards will be checked for accuracy and adherence to competition requirements.
Trainer/Advisor Experience: Assessment of the experience of the trainers/advisors delivering the services in the context of the training topic.
Learning Outcomes Alignment: Evaluation of whether the stated learning outcomes of the chosen service correspond to the developmental goals specified in both the Individual Development Plan and the overall application.
Service Standard: Verification that the proposed service maintains an appropriate standard of quality.
Program Reflection: Confirmation that the learning outcomes listed on the Service Card are accurately reflected in the actual program of the 'Usługi rozwojowe'.
Market Research & Pricing: Validation that market research for the service was conducted based on reliable and publicly available offers, and that the price of the 'Usługi rozwojowe' does not exceed the maximum rate determined by this market research.
Service Provider Selection: Evaluation of the selection of the service provider ('Wykonawca Usługi rozwojowej'), including the criteria used for their choice.

Compliance & Special Requirements

Regulatory Compliance

Strict adherence to specific articles of the Polish Act of 9 November 2000 on the establishment of the Polish Agency for Enterprise Development (PARP), specifically Art. 6b. ust. 3 pkt 1)-3) lit. a-c or pkt 4), is required.
Compliance with both European Union and national legislation pertaining to sanctions against entities that directly or indirectly support or are responsible for the Russian Federation's war actions is mandatory. This includes verification of declarations against official sanction lists, such as the Polish Sanctions List.

Data & System Requirements

The application and subsequent verification processes are conducted via an IT system, implying the necessity for robust data protection and privacy compliance in line with applicable regulations.

Relationship Restrictions

Applicants are required to formally declare that they are not related (either personally or financially) to the selected service provider, the Beneficiary managing the grant, or any other project partners. The precise definition of what constitutes a 'related entity' is stipulated in the comprehensive project regulations, which should be consulted for full clarity.
Furthermore, an applicant receiving support under this grant cannot simultaneously act as the service provider for other recipients within the same recruitment drive.

Project Exclusivity

It is a stringent condition that any individual participating as a project participant is limited to involvement in only one project within the entire 'Nabór "Podniesienie kompetencji kadr Podmiotów BUR"' recruitment initiative.

Service Quality and Market Research Mandate

All proposed 'Usługi rozwojowe' (development services) will undergo a rigorous evaluation to ensure their quality, direct alignment with specified learning objectives, and adherence to established market standards.
This includes a critical assessment of the market research conducted by the applicant to justify the service's cost, ensuring that the proposed price does not exceed the maximum rate identified through reliable market analysis.
The experience and qualifications of the trainers or advisors delivering the services will also be thoroughly vetted to confirm their suitability for the subject matter.

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