Support Services for Permanent Magnet Recycling Value Chain Structuring (WP5.2)
Publication date: 3 November 2025
1. Contracting Authority
TECOS – Slovenian Tool and Die Development Centre
Kidričeva ulica 25
3000 Celje
Slovenia
This procurement is implemented within the framework of the project:
SICAPERMA – Sustainable Innovation Investment Catapult for Permanent Magnets
Project ID: 101160837
Interregional Innovation Investments (I3) Instrument
Co-funded by the European Union.
2. Subject of the Procurement
TECOS invites interested economic operators to submit a quotation for the provision of expert services supporting the implementation of Work Package 5 – Interregional Impact Deployment and Value Chain Structuring, specifically Task 5.2 – Establishing the First Permanent Magnet Recycling Value Chain through Regional Hubs.
The contractor shall support TECOS in developing a structured overview of the European permanent magnet recycling value chain and provide analytical inputs for interregional deployment and investment activities.
3. Scope of Work
The selected contractor shall provide expert support covering the following activities:
Task 1 – Value Chain Mapping
Preparation of a structured overview of the European permanent magnet recycling value chain, including:
- collection and dismantling
- pre-processing
- recycling
- remanufacturing
- industrial end-users
Task 2 – Stakeholder and Regional Hub Analysis
Identification and structuring of relevant stakeholders across Europe, including:
- manufacturers
- recyclers
- research organisations
- industrial end-users
- regional innovation ecosystems
The contractor shall identify key regional hubs and define their respective roles within the emerging value chain.
Task 3 – Gap and Opportunity Assessment
Preparation of an expert assessment covering:
- technological gaps
- business gaps
- investment opportunities
- replication potential
- risks and bottlenecks
Task 4 – Support for WP5 Activities
Preparation of technical inputs supporting:
- value chain structuring activities,
- regional deployment discussions,
- investment planning,
- stakeholder engagement,
- project reporting related to WP5.
4. Expected Deliverables
The contractor shall provide at least:
- Draft European Permanent Magnet Recycling Value Chain Structure;
- Mapping of regional hubs and stakeholder roles;
- Identification of major gaps, risks and opportunities;
- Written recommendations supporting investment and replication activities;
- Supporting material suitable for inclusion in SICAPERMA project deliverables.
5. Contract Duration
The contract shall commence upon signature.
All activities must be completed no later than
31 December 2025.
6. Submission of Quotations
Interested tenderers shall submit their quotation electronically to:
Subject:
Quotation – SICAPERMA WP5.2
Deadline for submission:
28 November 2025 (23:59 CET)
Late submissions may not be considered.
7. Contents of the Offer
The quotation should include at least:
- company information;
- description of relevant experience;
- proposed methodology;
- proposed timeline;
- total price (EUR, excluding VAT);
- validity of the offer (minimum 30 days).
8. Award Criterion
The contract will be awarded to the most economically advantageous offer, taking into account:
- price;
- demonstrated experience in European value chain analysis, critical raw materials, circular economy or related fields;
- quality and relevance of the proposed methodology.
9. Additional Information
Questions regarding this invitation may be submitted by email to:
no later than 21 November 2025.
10. Reservation of Rights
TECOS reserves the right:
- not to award the contract;
- to request clarifications from tenderers;
- to negotiate with one or more tenderers where appropriate;
- to cancel the procedure without liability.
Funding Statement
This procurement is carried out within the project SICAPERMA – Sustainable Innovation Investment Catapult for Permanent Magnets (Project ID 101160837), co-funded by the European Union under the Interregional Innovation Investments (I3) Instrument. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or the granting authority. Neither the European Union nor the granting authority can be held responsible for them.