The QCBI Evidence Matrix is understood as an open access online guide/clearinghouse which will provide details and rated assessment of the costs and standards of evidence of impact of prevention and early intervention evidence based programmes globally and in Ireland under each of the Five National Outcomes for children and young people. The Evidence Matrix will be live until end December 2020.

Beyond the life of the project, the matrix must still be accessible to the Department and other stakeholders. A perpetual licence is desirable, where an existing evidence matrix is adapted to fit the Irish context. At a minimum, the matrix developed during the term of the contract will continue to be open access with clear advice provided on the extent to which the information and assessments are up to date.