The overall objective of the framework contract(s) is to provide the BEREC Office with the necessary interim workers in a timely fashion and in line with the profiles requested. The BEREC Office may need interim workers as a complement to its staff, under the following circumstances (indicative but not limited):— temporary replacement of the BEREC Office staff member(s) in the event of absences or leaves;— periods of heavy workload, which require an additional workforce for a fixed period of time;— specific projects and/or tasks, to be performed on a temporary basis, which require specific competences.