EU project application and implementation support

Expert review for stronger EU projects. Practical support for implementation.

SmartBot supports project teams with partner search, application preparation, information collection and structuring, preliminary proposal assessment, and technical management of funded projects after approval.

Programmes: Applications and funded projects under Erasmus+, Horizon Europe and other EU-funded programmes.

Clients: Project teams at universities, VET providers, schools, NGOs and other consortium organisations.

SmartBot project case view

Application + funded project support

Working structure
Before submission

Application preparation

  • Project idea
  • Programme / call
  • Partner search
  • Partner inputs
  • Proposal Part B
  • Preliminary assessment
After funding approval

Funded project management

  • Work packages
  • Deliverables
  • Deadlines
  • Partner responsibilities
  • Evidence
  • Reporting readiness
72%Application readiness
5Partner inputs missing
12Evidence items missing
The problem

EU project work becomes risky when information, responsibilities and deadlines are not structured.

Before submission, teams need to collect partner inputs, interpret call requirements, prepare the application narrative and check proposal readiness. After approval, coordinators need to manage tasks, deliverables, evidence, deadlines and reporting preparation.

Before submission

Application preparation risks

  • Call requirements are difficult to translate into tasks.
  • Partner inputs arrive in different formats.
  • Missing information is discovered too late.
  • Proposal quality is hard to assess objectively.
  • Revision priorities are unclear.
After funding approval

Funded project management risks

  • Work packages are not converted into operational tasks.
  • Deliverables and milestones are tracked manually.
  • Partner responsibilities are scattered.
  • Evidence is collected too late.
  • Reporting readiness is unclear.
Why work with us?

Practical EU project experience behind the SmartBot workflow.

SmartBot combines AI-supported structuring with practical experience in EU project application preparation, proposal assessment and funded project implementation logic.

3+ years of application preparation experience

Practical experience supporting EU project application development, proposal structuring and revision work.

Reference base of successful applications

Internal reference base of successful proposals, project structures and application logic.

Experience with expert feedback and evaluation logic

Practical experience working with expert feedback, evaluation criteria and proposal assessment logic.

Implementation-focused approach

Support is built around real application preparation, funded project management, deliverables, evidence and reporting workflows.

What makes SmartBot different?

A practical middle ground between consulting, generic AI and heavy PM software.

SmartBot combines practical EU project experience, AI-supported structuring and a project case workflow to support teams before submission and after funding approval.

More structured than ad-hoc consulting

Your project case is organised into stages, documents, tasks, missing information, responsibilities and next actions.

More practical than generic AI chat

Support is built around EU applications, calls, Proposal Part B, partner inputs, funded projects, deliverables and evidence.

Lighter than enterprise PM software

Designed for teams that need structured support without immediately adopting a heavy project management platform.

Works before and after funding approval

The same project case logic supports application preparation, proposal review, funded project setup and regular implementation control.

Expert review and project support

Project Idea Assessment

Review concept logic, target groups, evidence, additional value, feasibility and next development steps.

Part B Review

Review the application narrative against the selected call criteria, with evidence, inconsistencies and prioritised improvements.

Budget Review

Review calculations, applicable budget rules and consistency with activities, resources and Part B.

Project Organisation and Management

Expert support for responsibilities, tasks, deadlines, meetings, evidence and implementation monitoring.

Services on Individual Request

Full application preparation, specific sections, budget development, revision after rejection or another agreed task.

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How it works

From request to working case.

Every request starts as a project case. We review your stage, identify the right support package, confirm the scope and then structure the work through SmartBot and human communication.

1

Send your project case

Share your project idea, programme name, call, proposal draft, partner information, funded project documents and the specific issues you need help with.

2

We review and classify the request

We identify whether your case is about partner search, application preparation, Proposal Part B, preliminary assessment, funded project setup or ongoing support and control.

3

You receive a proposed next step

We suggest the most useful support package, required materials, expected result, timeline and price.

4

SmartBot structures your working process

Your case is organised into a clear working structure: tasks, documents, missing information, partner responsibilities, assessment points, deadlines, evidence and next actions.

5

Human communication continues

You can ask questions, provide feedback, approve next steps and continue the work with expert control. Paid work starts only after the scope and price are confirmed.

Built-in support

What SmartBot can support inside your project case.

SmartBot support is organised around real EU project workflows, not disconnected AI features.

Application preparation

  • Project idea structuring
  • Programme and call interpretation
  • Partner search support
  • Partner information collection
  • Application / Proposal Part B preparation
  • Required information and evidence mapping
  • Draft section analysis and improvement

Proposal assessment and improvement

  • Preliminary assessment of individual proposal sections
  • Preliminary assessment of the full proposal draft
  • Identification of weak sections
  • Improvement directions and revision priorities
  • Logic, coherence, impact and implementation check

Funded project management

  • Technical PM setup after funding approval
  • Work package to task conversion
  • Deadline and deliverable control
  • Partner responsibility map
  • Evidence and reporting readiness tracking
  • Reminders, status reports and implementation summaries
Who it is for

Built for EU project teams and consortium members.

We work with applications and projects under Erasmus+, Horizon Europe and other EU-funded programmes.

For project teams at universities, VET providers, schools, NGOs and other consortium organisations.

Erasmus+ coordinatorsHorizon Europe teamsUniversitiesVET providersSchoolsNGOsProposal writersEU project consultantsConsortium members

Ready to start with a real project case?

Send one application, project idea, partner search need or funded project issue. We will review it and suggest the most useful next step before any paid work begins.

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Frequently asked questions

SmartBot is a platform for managing the stages of project preparation and implementation. You can start with an idea, prepare and improve an application, and organise technical project support after funding is approved. Join at the stage you need and agree support for a specific task.

1. Getting started with your project

Where do I start if I am not sure what help I need?

Select “Start with your project case” on the homepage and briefly describe your situation: what you want to achieve, your project’s current stage, and the question preventing progress. Include the programme, call and submission deadline if known. We will review your request and suggest the next step to begin working together.

Do I need a complete application to get started?

No. You can start with an idea, a short description, individual sections or a developed project. We will identify which materials are sufficient for your task and what needs to be added.

Can I join at just one stage?

Yes. You can request an idea assessment, preparation of a particular section, assessment of an application during preparation, or technical support for a funded project. You do not have to go through every stage. If you continue, existing materials and recommendations will provide a basis for the next stage.

How do the different types of SmartBot support connect?

They address tasks within the same project. Idea assessment identifies what needs clarification in the concept; application preparation turns the concept into a justified plan; application assessment identifies revision priorities. After funding, agreed support focuses on implementation tasks, deadlines and results. Transitions between stages are discussed with you.

Where can I see the overall process?

See “How it works” on the homepage for the path from your first request to completion of the agreed work. This FAQ answers questions arising at individual stages.

2. From an idea to a project concept

What does a project idea assessment provide?

It helps establish how clearly the problem, target groups, intended changes and project value are defined. We examine the idea’s logic, its differences from existing approaches, supporting evidence and questions to resolve before drafting an application. The result is reasoned findings and recommendations for developing the concept.

Can you assess an idea before a funding call has been selected?

Yes. We can first clarify the concept and intended results, then consider suitable funding directions. Fit with a particular call is checked against its conditions once the programme and submission year have been selected.

Do you check for similar projects?

Searching for and analysing similar projects can be included in the agreed scope. It helps identify overlaps and explain what distinguishes your approach. Similar projects do not automatically mean an idea lacks value: differences in target groups, methods, results and application matter.

Can a new idea receive a positive assessment if its effectiveness is not yet proven?

Yes. Novelty and the maturity of evidence are considered separately. We explain what evidence exists, which assumptions need testing and how the project can provide that testing. A lack of long-term results does not, by itself, make a new idea weak.

What happens after the idea assessment?

You can refine the concept yourself or agree the next stage: clarifying the project logic, selecting a call, preparing an application structure or developing specific sections. Recommendations help identify what to do first.

3. Preparing and improving an application

Can I commission a complete application?

Yes. Preparation of a complete application can be agreed as a defined scope of work. Before starting, we establish the call, required application components, source materials, responsibilities, deadlines and expected output. The project team must supply and confirm information about organisations, partners, resources and commitments.

Can I commission only part of an application?

Yes. This could cover the problem description, project logic, work packages, partnership, impact, sustainability or another section. Preparing a section may require the wider project context so that it fits the objectives, work plan and remaining text.

What does “assessment of an application during preparation” mean?

It is an independent diagnostic review of the current application version while improvements are still possible. We examine strengths, gaps, inconsistencies and the quality of justification in relation to the selected call. The review can cover agreed sections or the entire available version.

How does assessment differ from editing?

Assessment explains which substantive problems should be addressed and why. Editing or drafting changes the text itself. For example, a review may find that work package results are not connected to the objectives; revision should then clarify that connection in the project and application. Implementing revisions is agreed separately.

What will I receive after an application assessment?

You will receive an English client report with findings and recommendations covering the agreed scope. It identifies the reviewed version, boundaries of analysis and improvement priorities. Any diagnostic score is accompanied by an explanation. Internal assessment matrices and the expert’s working records are separate from the client report.

Does a high diagnostic score mean the project will receive funding?

No. The diagnostic score helps explain the quality of the reviewed version and revision priorities. It is neither an official call assessment nor a probability of receiving a grant. Funding decisions are made by the European funding bodies, taking account of the call rules and selection results.

Is the budget included in the application assessment?

This depends on the agreed scope and documents supplied. A Part B review may cover descriptions of resources and work packages, but it does not replace a full review of a separate budget file. If budget analysis is required, we will establish the necessary materials and review boundaries in advance.

Can you reassess an application after revisions?

Yes. A new version can be reviewed under a separate agreement. For comparison, identify the revised version and which recommendations were addressed. The previous report refers to the earlier version; new findings are recorded as a separate output.

4. Moving into project implementation

Can I contact you if my project already has funding?

Yes. SmartBot provides for technical support for funded projects. This may cover organising tasks from work packages, tracking deadlines and deliverables, mapping partner responsibilities, preparing supporting evidence and reporting readiness. The available scope is discussed for your project.

Does SmartBot replace the project coordinator?

No. The coordinator and partners retain responsibility for decisions, fulfilment of commitments and the accuracy of data. Technical support helps organise work and identify actions requiring attention.

Can application materials be used during implementation?

Yes. The approved application, work packages, results and roles provide the starting materials. Before setting up support, these should be checked against current contractual documents and agreed changes. The scope of technical support is defined separately.

5. Documents and requirements

Which documents do I need to start?

A brief description is enough for your first enquiry. Further materials depend on the task: a concept description for idea assessment; the current application and call details for application assessment; the relevant file for budget review; approved project materials for implementation. We will clarify the list before work begins.

How do I upload an application for assessment?

Open your project workspace, go to “Documents”, select “Proposal — application / Part B”, choose the PDF or DOCX on your computer and select “Upload document”. Opening your computer’s file picker is a normal part of uploading. Afterwards, check that the file appears in the document list.

Which application version should I upload?

Upload the version you want reviewed. Include a version and date in the filename, and tell us if it replaces an earlier file. Assessment applies to a specific version; later changes may require a new review.

Where will I find the completed report?

After review and publication, the report appears in the documents of your client project workspace. You can download it and open it on your computer. The uploaded application and final report are separate documents, identifiable by their type and name.

Can I get explanations of call rules or a complex document?

Yes. This request can be included in your project work. Explainer support helps clarify wording, document structure and practical implications for your task. For call rules, the official source, programme and submission year matter; disputed conditions require clarification from the call organiser.

How do programme news and changes relate to my project?

Information is useful when it supports a decision: checking a deadline, clarifying a requirement or adjusting preparation. If your request concerns programme changes, specify the call and year so their implications can be discussed. The scope of information support is agreed separately.

6. Support and communication

Can I speak to a person before placing an order?

Yes. Start through “Contact” and describe your question. We will clarify the situation and, where needed, arrange a conversation. This helps establish the task and expected result before you decide on paid work.

What if I do not understand a recommendation in the report?

Identify the recommendation and your question: what needs changing, why it matters or how to apply the finding to your project. Arrangements for explanations and additional revision are discussed within the agreed work.

What are the website and Telegram used for?

The website is the main project workspace, where documents and published results are available. Telegram supports communication and notifications where connected. When submitting materials, make sure they are associated with the correct project and available in its workspace.

Who analyses and assesses my project?

Work is conducted under the guidance of an expert experienced in preparing, assessing and supporting European projects. Digital tools, including artificial intelligence, help find and organise information, compare materials and identify questions for verification.

The expert verifies significant findings, considers the conditions of the specific call and develops recommendations for your project. The final client report undergoes expert review before publication in your workspace.

7. Working arrangements and project access

How is the price determined?

It depends on the task, volume of materials, project stage, deadline and expected output. We agree the scope, price and conditions before paid work begins. Idea assessment, drafting, application assessment and subsequent revision may require different levels of involvement.

Do I need to pay immediately after my first enquiry?

The first enquiry helps establish the task and next step. Paid work begins after its scope and conditions have been agreed. Payment arrangements are provided in the proposal responding to your request.

How long does the work take?

The timeframe depends on the volume and completeness of source materials and is agreed before starting. Include your submission deadline or other important date in the first enquiry. If time is limited, we will identify a realistic scope and the issues needing attention first.

How are my materials kept confidential?

Project files are stored outside the public website, and the client workspace is accessed through a personal link. When submitting materials, consider your organisation’s and partners’ confidentiality requirements. Agree any special access or document-use conditions before uploading.

What if my workspace does not open or a file will not upload?

Contact us with the project reference, the action you attempted and the error message. If needed, include a screenshot without your personal access link or confidential data. This will help us investigate.

Still have questions about your project?

Tell us your current stage and the task you want to resolve. We will help identify the next step.

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