Building the Knowledge Economy in Serbia, R&D Infrastructure Initiative / Teaching Infrastructure Investment Programme

This WBIF TA grant has supported preparatory activities relevant to the implementation of the R&D Infrastructure Initiative, a Serbian government programme aimed at enhancing the production of knowledge and scientific excellence to become key factors contributing to sustainable development, prosperity, and economic growth.

Technical assistance has encompassed three components:

• Component A: Petnica Science Centre, with support for assisting in the review of the feasibility study, main design for works, technical specifications for equipment and furnishings, and a procurement plan;
• Component B: Zvezdara Technology Park, with support for updating the feasibility study, the main design, bill of quantities and procurement plan; and
• Component C: Centre for Promotion of Science in Belgrade, with support for a pre-feasibility study, the preparation of a design brief and regulations for an international architectural competition.

All three investments were planned to best internationally recognised standards, including energy-conscious design, sustainability and environmental care, ease of maintenance, safety and security and full special needs access.