Greece has a broad geographical landscape with a broad range of mineral resources some of which are becoming increasingly popular geopolitically. Minerals such as bauxite, lignite, nickel and also hydrocarbons feature in Greece’s geological landscape and there is a substantial mining industry. Our team of bid and tender writers have helped organisations from across the globe bid for tenders and other contracts released by the Greek Government.
We also help mining, and mining services companies (such as maintenance service providers) bid for contracts in Greece as well as establish businesses and branch offices in Greece. Our bid and tender writers work closely with our legal and accounts team to assist international and local clients to win government contracts in Greece in the mining industry.
Writing mining and resources tenders to Government Departments in Greece
Our team of writers is experienced in writing bids and tenders to a broad range of Greek Government departments and of navigating the Greek regulatory environment. We have experience writing bids to the:
- Ministry of Environment and Energy: This is a key ministry in the mining and resources industry. They are involved in issuing licenses, establishing and regulating environmental impacts and overseeing and undertaking the procurement and awarding process for mining concessions. They are the key ministry which our tender and bid writers have experience writing applications and tenders to in Greece.
- Regional Authorities: Regional authorities are critical to the approvals process. They are involved in approving applications and planning permits for mining projects in their regions and have a strong influence on the outcomes of bids and tenders. More often than not, an integrated approach is required to ensure a successful outcome for your bid.
The process and types of licences available in Greece
There are a number of steps to the bidding process in Greece – and our bid writers and legal team can guide you through the entire process. These include:
- Exploration license: You will need to obtain an exploration licence form the Ministry of Environment and Energy. This is the first step in the process and gives the right for the business to conduct geo surveys and exploratory drilling or mining. The licence will apply to a specific area often referred to as a block and may be in any part of Greece.
- Lease: If you identify a commercial viable deposit then your organisation will generally want to proceed to the next stage. The next stage of the process is to make an application for a mining lease.
- Tender announcement: For large projects where many, multinational companies, as well as local Greek companies in joint-ventures with multinational companies, are all potentially interested in the contract, the government will usually start a procurement process and issue a public tender. Our team of bid writers will work with you to write and develop your bid for submission. The mining tenders in Greece generally cover nearly all aspects that similar mining tenders cover across the globe. These include:
- Plan and methodology
- Equipment and resources
- Expertise and personnel
- Financial stability
- Environmental stability
- Local government and community contribution and the triple bottom line.
Geopolitics and the Greek mining industry
Geopolitics do play a significant role in the Greek mining and regulatory industry. Here at Tsaks Consulting, we are not lobbyists and do not have any political connections. We do work closely with lobbyists and can put you into contact with lobbyists should you require and with whom you can deal with directly.
Some changes and recent developments that make mining and resources in Greece more attractive include:
- Permit processes have recently been streamlines
- There is an increase focus on awarding contracts to mining companies with environmentally friendly mining technologies
- Foreign investment is welcome and overseas companies are encouraged to bid for opportunities in Greece.
An example of a recent tender issued in Greece include the Antimony Mining tender in Chios.
How Tsaks Consulting can help you win mining and resources contracts in Greece
Our team of tender writers will help you:
- Make applications for permits and licenses in Greece
- Open a mining company in Greece and establish your operations
- Writing your tender or bid to the Greek Government
- Navigating the regulatory landscape
- Establishing your business or opening a foreign branch office in Greece.
Contact our team to discuss how we can assist your operations and ventures in Greece.
Client testimonials
We engaged Tsaks Consulting to complete a market study for us to assist in our decision on whether or not to proceed with an investment in Greece. The team were excellent. They were on-point with their regulatory advice and referred us to specialists who were also great for highly specialised requests / requirements. They are responsive and knowledgeable and have a strong understanding of the political and regulatory resources landscape in Greece.
Finally, the team has integrity and is independent – ensuring no conflicts of interest is critical in our industry.
Hans H | Mining Company | International (Athens)
Dimitrios and the team at Tsaks Consulting advised us on our marketing and sales initiatives to the Greek mining and resources sector. As a mining services company, we need to expand internationally to increase market share. Dimitrios and the Tsaks Consulting team are great because they take action and are very practical. We didn’t received a long report or presentation, but rather a short list of actions and then results. They translate, line up meetings, open doors and introduce us to potential partners and clients. It’s a good, very practical service that delivers results.
Tim J | Mining Services Provider | Interational (Thessaloniki)