scope:

The main objectives for this procedure are: - to clarify the frame and rationale for CEN and CENELEC1) involvement in TA projects; - to correctly reflect the current practice of bidding (including the different possibilities, scenarios and possible conflicts); - to enhance effective and efficient cooperation between the members, and between CCMC and the CEN and CENELEC members, especially when together the chances for winning are bigger and the resulting bidding outcome is more beneficial for the CEN and CENELEC communities; - to describe the roles and responsibilities for the CEN and CENELEC members and for CCMC before, during and after bidding for certain projects; - to introduce a process for collecting and promoting ideas for new projects in the field of -uality Infrastructure to funding agencies including the European Commission; - to establish a working conflict-resolution method; and - to ensure transparency.