DG ECFIN chose our the consortium composed of BDO LLP (UK), leader firm, and Four Assist Development Consulting Ltd. to conduct Operational Assessments (OAs) in order to acquire a thorough understanding of the nature and prospects of public financial management (PFM) in countries that benefit from, or are earmarked for, macro-financial assistance and/or budget support (general, sector, SPSP). The objective of the assessments is to provide a detailed analysis of the operation of various administrative bodies (central banks, ministries of finance, auditing bodies) involved in managing Community funds in the countries receiving macroeconomic aid in its various forms from the European Commission. In addition, the consortium takes part, on an ad hoc basis, in 'Public Expenditure and Financial Accountability' (PEFA) studies on behalf of DG ECFIN, mainly in neighbouring countries, in cooperation with the World Bank and other international donors. The total value of the framework contract is €1.250.000.