Digitalização para a eficiência de serviços aos cidadãos e empresas na Administração Local

This opportunity aims to boost digitalization in the Alentejo region to enhance efficiency in local administration and improve interaction between public entities, citizens, and businesses.

• Must promote the use of digital technologies in territorial management.

• Should create new models of interaction between public administration, citizens, and businesses.

• Must align with national smart city strategies and contribute to service efficiency and innovation.

• Projects must be part of the ITI CIM strategies for Alto Alentejo and Alentejo Litoral.

Examples of admissible projects:

• Setting up smart traffic systems in a city to reduce congestion and improve public transport efficiency.
• Developing an online platform for citizens to access local government services and submit requests.
• Creating a centralized digital database for local businesses to facilitate easier data sharing and collaboration.

• Costs for services from external parties for preparatory activities and technical support.
• Expenses for purchasing IT equipment, software, and technological systems.
• Infrastructure and equipment costs for data centers.
• Costs related to information, dissemination, and awareness actions necessary for achieving the project's objectives.
• Indirect costs calculated as a fixed rate of 7% on the total eligible direct costs.

Total budget of the grant: €511,910.77

Co-financing rate: 85% (FEDER)

Maximum value per operation: €25,000

Minimum value per operation: €100,000

• Municipalities and Intermunicipal Communities (CIMs) from:

  • NUTS III Alto Alentejo

  • NUTS III Alentejo Litoral

• Operations must be included in ITI CIM action plans and align with national digital strategies.

• Projects must meet DNSH (Do No Significant Harm) principles and demonstrate climate resilience.