The new performance monitoring and evaluation framework (PMEF, Art. 115 SPR) and the transition to a performance-based delivery model is challenging, however, significant benefits can be gained through the involvement and input of an independent ex ante evaluator(s).
The objectives of the performance framework (Art. 116 SPR) are as follows:
- to monitor the progress made towards achieving the milestones and targets of the CAP Strategic Plans;
- to allow for the evaluation of the impact, effectiveness, efficiency, relevance, coherence and Union added value of the CAP;
- to support a common learning process related to monitoring and evaluation.
Each Member State will develop its own system to implement the requirements of the performance monitoring and evaluation framework in its own specific context. The ex-ante evaluation may accompany this process and assess the suitability of the performance monitoring and evaluation framework (PMEF) at the Member State level in order to facilitate reporting and monitoring and evaluation of the performance of the CAP Strategic Plan during its implementation.
Many details of the performance framework are still under discussion and can, therefore, be addressed only at a later stage.
