Morocco - Enforcement of Euro VI standards - MA-24-004

by CCAC - 4 July, 2024

Overview

This project responds to the request by Morocco’s Ministry of Energy Transition and Sustainable Development/ Department of Sustainable Development to support the enforcement of the recently adopted Euro VI emission standard (January 1, 2023).  

More information on Morocco’s efforts to address short-lived climate pollutants is available on their Partner Page.

Who to involve

  • Government ministries involved in transport and the climate or UNFCCC coordinating agency
  • Law enforcement agencies
  • Local government and municipalities
  • CCAC and other relevant international agencies working on transport in Morocco
  • Research institutions and universities
  • Civil society organizations  
  • Manufacturers  
  • Industry associations  

Expected results

Outcome 1: The Government of Morocco has strengthened capacity to enforce monitoring of compliance with Euro VI emissions standards by the end of the project or soon after.

Indicator: Number of government entities with a demonstrated improved capacity for SLCP action

Output 1.1 Technical expertise to help manufacturers meet Euro VI emissions standards.

Output 1.2 Strengthening the skills of existing centers for the compliance to Euro VI emission standards

Output 1.3 Development of monitoring systems to track vehicle emissions and to ensure compliance.  

Output 1.4 Training programs for technicians and authorities provided on enforcing Euro VI standards.

Output 1.5 Public Awareness and Stakeholder Engagement, including vehicle owners, industry associations, and environmental groups, to garner support for the implementation of Euro VI standards.

Outcome 2: The Government of Morocco has strengthened capacity to develop and implement regulations for vehicle emissions testing and monitoring by the end of the project or soon after.

Indicator: Number of laws, regulations, or other policy mechanisms with SLCP targets or mitigation measures formally adopted, endorsed, and/or implemented

Output 2.1 Enforcement mechanisms and monitoring systems to ensure compliance with Euro VI standards, including penalties for non-compliance, developed and implemented, considering international best practises.

Output 2.2 Law enforcement agencies trained on enforcing Euro VI standards and conducting emissions tests.

Outcome 3: South-South cooperation on Euro VI Standards development, enforcement challenges and lessons learnt has increased by the end of the project or soon after.

Indicator: Number of government entities with a demonstrated improved capacity for SLCP action

Output 3.1 Regional training on Euro VI standards development and enforcement.

APPLICATION PROCESs

Eligibility requirements

To be eligible for consideration, project proposals must meet the following requirements:

  • Complete and submitted before the deadline
  • Submitted by a non-governmental organization (NGO), intergovernmental organization (IGO), or other not-for-profit entity. 
  • Requested funding is within the estimated budget amount, or includes a clear justification for additional expenses 
  • Project duration is less than 24 months
  • Budget criteria are met and spending caps on expenses are respected. 
  • Please note that entities will be required to provide the last three (3) audited financial statements to be eligible for CCAC funding. These statements may be provided along with the application for funding or at the request of the CCAC Secretariat during the evaluation process.

For-profit entities may only participate in the project as stakeholders, co-funders, or end users. Applicants are encouraged to include for-profit entities in the development of the project proposal and/or during project implementation if their ownership of the proposed solution is key to the project’s success.  

How to apply

Eligible applicants are invited to apply using the Application Form and Excel Budget Form. Specific instructions on completing these forms are available in both documents.

Applicants may choose to follow the cost range proposed above OR propose a different budget supported by a clear justification. However, applicants should note that cost efficiency will play a significant role in the selection process.

The completed Application Form and Excel Budget Form should be submitted to secretariat [at] ccacoalition.org.

Evaluation criteria

Proposals will be evaluated against the following criteria:

  • Presents a clear plan to achieve the required outcomes during the lifetime of the project or soon after
  • Includes a plan or activities to enable the scaling up of, replication of, or sustained use of project results over time
  • Sets out a clear approach for enabling or contributing to SLCP emissions reductions and resulting co-benefits
  • Involves relevant stakeholders 
  • Approach is grounded in a strong understanding of relevant risks
  • Complements other relevant initiatives, funding mechanisms, and existing policy processes
  • Applicant demonstrates necessary capacity and experience to perform the work
  • A realistic, cost-effective, and clearly justified budget and approach is proposed
  • Project meets the minimum requirements for the OECD DAC gender equality marker Score 1
     


    Selection process

  • A preliminary review of proposals submitted by the deadline will be conducted by members of the CCAC Secretariat, Funding Task Team, and Board, in consultation with relevant CCAC Partners. 
  • Shortlisted applicants will be invited to present their proposals in further detail and to respond to follow-up questions about their application.
  • Successful applicants will be invited to develop a Project Implementation Plan and Detailed Budget in consultation with the CCAC Secretariat and relevant CCAC Partners.
  • The selection process may take up to 6 months after the closing date of the call for proposals. Due to the high volume of requests, the CCAC will not respond to requests for updates or feedback during this time.

NOTE: DUE DILIGENCE 

In addition to eligibility criteria outlined above, qualified UNEP/CCAC implementers* must meet the following criteria: 

  • Have adequate financial resources to perform the contract and meet all existing commitments (financial health)
  • Be able to provide proof of registration, proof of not-for-profit status and audited financial statements for the last three completed fiscal years 
  • Have a record of satisfactory performance with UNEP/CCAC, when applicable; and  - Not have been suspended or debarred by UNEP/CCAC or another UN agency. UNEP/CCAC also considers entities included in the Security Council Resolution Lists to be ineligible for UNEP/CCAC agreements.
    * (inter)governmental entities/ United Nations are exempt from this requirement

Procurement

As a general rule, Implementation Agreements allow for incidental procurement only, and as such, total costs in the following categories must fall below a certain threshold*:

  • Contractual Services
  • Equipment, Vehicles and Furniture
  • Operating and other Direct costs
  • Supplies, Commodities and Materials


    *Agreements of $200,000 and below: up to $20,000 or 15% of total budget, whichever is lower.

    *Agreements of above $200,000: up to $40,000 or 15%. * United Nations agencies are exempt from this requirement

Highlights

Opening: 
Closing: 
Estimated project cost
$150,000