If a network/membership-based organisation serves as Fund Operator, would it be possible for the member organisations to apply for funding by the programme?
Avoiding conflicts of interest when selecting projects is a central obligation for the Fund Operator. The rules on conflict of interest in the selection process are explained in section 13.1 of the Manual for Fund Operators.
If a network/membership-based organisation serves as Fund Operator, the management set-up of the consortium will need to clearly define how the Fund Operator will ensure the integrity and objectivity of the selection process and avoid any conflict of interest if member organisations apply for funding.