[agents] call for bids to host EUMAS 2011

[franziska.klugl at oru.se]

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***     CALL FOR BIDS TO HOST        ***
***               EUMAS-2011         ***
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BACKGROUND
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After Oxford (UK), Barcelona (Spain), Brussels (Belguim), Lisbon (Portugal),
Hammamet (Tunisia), Bath (UK), Ayia Napa (Cyprus) and Paris (France), EUMAS 
is looking for a nineth host. The previous events attracted on average about 
100 participants over 2 days in December. We expect EUMAS'11 to be of similar
size, timing, and to retain the informal nature of the EUMAS workshop series.
Since 2010 EURAMAS (www.euramas.org) took over responsibility for the EUMAS event 
and lists it as one of its designated events.

The proposers are expected to suggest the local organization committee
(local chair, and possibly finance and sponsorship chairs). General chair 
and the programme chair will be selected by the EURAMAS Board. 


BIDDING PROCEDURE
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While there is no set format for proposals, potential applicants
should address the following aspects:

1. Organisational structure.
   - who is/are the proposed local organiser(s)?
   - what experience do the above have in organising similar events?

2. Workshop venue.
   - where do you propose for the workshop to take place?
   - what facilities are available at this site?
   - what previous events have taken place at the site?
   - what are the attractive features of this venue?
   - how accessible is the venue?
   - what are the options for accommodation near the venue?

3. Organisational timetable.
   - what suggested timetable do the organisers have for publicity,
     submissions, reviews and acceptance (subject to discussion)?
   - are there any invited speakers proposed already?
   - are there additional, co-located, events?

4. Funding.
   - what is the outline budget for the event?
   - what are the expected costs for participants?
   - are there any potential sponsors and support organisations?

Proposers are expected to have received prior approval from their
respective organisations to host the event.

Proposals should be submitted by email to the Franziska Klugl 
(franziska.klugl at oru.se) as the connection point to the EURAMAS board before
                     *** October, 15th 2010 *** .
The EURAMAS Board hopes to make a decision before its EUMAS 2010 meeting.
For further questions or inquiries, send an email to Franziska Klugl.