The scope of this framework includes any technical activities that may be required to support F4E both in support and in the development of conventional I&C systems.The overall scope can be divided into three main areas:
1) technical support to F4E I&C activities;
2) I&C consultancy services;
3) procurement of tools or services (necessary to support activities 1, 2).
The framework services are limited to support F4E in the area of conventional I&C.