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The Smart Regions Scheme is a competitive offer run on an open competitive call basis until available funds are exhausted, or the scheme terminates, whichever is the sooner. Applications for funding will be invited through a public call. The call will be announced in the National Press, and on www. enterprise-ireland.com All Applications will be subject to a rigorous Assessment and Selection process against the defined evaluation criteria outlined below. All queries, and requests for application forms or workbooks should be sent by email to: SmartRegions@Enterprise-Ireland.com Evaluation Criteria Weighting Impacts, Value for Money and Project Delivery 20% Collaboration and Participation 15% Viability and Sustainability 20% Building Regional Strengths 20% Innovation & Capability Building 25% Total 100% Application Forms, in two parts (Word and Excel), can be downloaded from the Enterprise Ireland website and completed applications must be submitted electronically in Word and Excel format to Enterprise Ireland by email to GA-SREIS@enterprise-ireland.com. On receipt of completed Application Forms relevant for the Stream being applied to, including the completed relevant appendices set out in the pre-grant State Aid Checklist for Applicants, etc., and any supporting documentation required, an email will be sent to confirm that Enterprise Ireland has received the application form. When initial eligibility checks are carried out, each application will be acknowledged within three working days. Applicants who do not receive either acknowledgement should immediately contact the Application Mailbox at GA-SREIS@enterprise-ireland.com. 5.1. Open Competitive Call Basis The first tranche of funding under the Smart Regions Scheme will be available following the official launch by the Minister of Enterprise, Trade & Employment. Call 1 opened in October 2023 , with a proposed call close of 31st of March 2024 . Eligible applicants may apply for funding under the scheme providing they meet the defined evaluation criteria for support. Please note that eligible expenditure, if successful, can only be incurred after the date of a valid application being received and acknowledged by the Enterprise Ireland Grant Applications Team.
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