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Development and implementation of the awareness-raising campaign on risks related to illegal possession, misuse and trafficking in weapons, ammunition and explosives (WAE) in Ukraine

OSCE Secretariat

Published: Aug 31, 2026

Updated: Sep 1, 2026

Source: OSCE

About This Opportunity

This is a consulting contract in the security and defense, media and communication and governance and public administration sectors, with a focus on Police. Located in Austria, Europe, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums. Proposals must be submitted before September 28, 2026.

Published through OSCE, a regional intergovernmental organization. Regional body tenders follow their own procurement frameworks and typically welcome bidders from member states for consulting in the security and defense sector. Consulting assignments are typically evaluated with a strong emphasis on the technical proposal, including the methodology and qualifications of key experts. Shortlisted firms may be invited to submit financial proposals in a second stage. Interested parties should review the full documentation on the original source before submitting their proposal.

Description

The OSCE Secretariat plans to develop and implement a national awareness-raising campaign on SALW in Ukraine. The upcoming campaign will be developed based on the findings and data of a previously conducted sociological research. The specific objectives of the campaign are to: • Increase public awareness of the risks and consequences associated with illegal possession and misuse of WAE; • Promote safe, lawful, and responsible behaviour, including compliance with national legislation and applicable regulatory frameworks; • Encourage cooperation with law enforcement authorities, including reporting of suspicious activities and discovered weapons or explosives; • Support the gradual adoption of European (EU-aligned) standards and practices in weapons possession, storage, and circulation; • Strengthen evidence-based public discourse among civil society, media, and policymakers; • Foster multi-stakeholder engagement and coordination in addressing WAE-related risks. The assignment shall include, but not be limited to, the following components: • Development of a comprehensive communication strategy and campaign concept; • Design and production of media materials tailored to identified target audiences; • Development and execution of a media placement and dissemination plan; • Establishment of strategic partnerships with media outlets and communication platforms; • Organization of stakeholder engagement activities, including expert discussions and round tables; • Implementation of monitoring and evaluation mechanisms to assess Campaign performance and impact. The implementation of the campaign will be carried out in close consultation and coordination with the Working Group, comprising representatives of the Communication Departments of the MIA and the NPU. Download bidding documents Procurement Procedure: Request for Proposal (RFP) On behalf of: OSCE Secretariat Reference Number: RFP-SEC-765862-2026 Expected Contract Duration: One-off purchase

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from OSCE and was originally published on August 31, 2026. Last refreshed 11 days ago. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

About OSCE Secretariat

OSCE Secretariat has issued 97 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 10 currently open and 0 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Governance & Public Administration, Media & Communications, and Education & Training. All notices are published for Austria. Notices are distributed via OSCE. Most recent publication: September 11, 2026.

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Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by OSCE Secretariat in Austria. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.

What type of contract is this?

This is a Consulting contract in the Security, Defense & Justice sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.

Where will the contract be performed?

The contract is for delivery in Austria. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.

How can I submit a bid?

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When does this tender close?

The submission deadline is September 28, 2026. You have 16 days left to prepare and submit your proposal to the contracting authority.