Belgium – Environmental services – Collect data on the Great cormorant in Europe and information on the scale of its impact on economic activities and the ecosystem

The European Commission is seeking a contractor to conduct a pan-European count of the Great cormorant in winter 2027 and a comprehensive literature review on its interactions with fisheries, aquaculture, protected fish species, and ecological impact. The contract is valued at €800,000 with a duration of 36 months. The tender is open, with an electronic submission deadline of July 28, 2026. Award criteria are quality (70%) and price (30%).