Supporting the Network of National Contact Points (NCPs) of the Digital Europe Programme

Overview

This grant supports the coordination and capacity-building of National Contact Points (NCPs) for the Digital Europe Programme, aiming to improve access to funding opportunities, enhance proposal quality, and foster transnational cooperation among NCPs. It targets organizations capable of strengthening NCP services, dissemination, and stakeholder engagement across Europe.

Who Can Apply

Eligible applicants include consortia or organizations capable of supporting the network of NCPs for the Digital Europe Programme. Participation is limited to entities from eligible countries as defined in the call document.

Funding Details

Funding details, including grant amounts, total budget, and funding rates, are specified in the call document. Co-funding requirements, if any, are outlined in the relevant sections.

What Is Funded

Key activities include:

• Coordination and capacity-building of NCPs.
• Dissemination of information on Digital Europe Programme calls, security, and ownership control rules.
• Matchmaking, online and in-person meetings, and tailored communication activities.
• Support for new applicants and improvement of proposal quality.
• Dissemination and exploitation of programme results.
• Transnational cooperation, peer learning, and best practice sharing among NCPs.
• Annual network meetings (hybrid format) and outreach through improved tools or platforms.

Technology / Maturity Requirements

Not applicable.

Key Dates

• Open date: 2025-11-03T23:00:00Z
• Deadline: 2026-03-02T23:00:00Z

Application Process (High-Level)

The process is single-stage, with proposals submitted via the Funding & Tenders Portal. Detailed submission and evaluation procedures are outlined in the call document and Online Manual.

Post-Award Obligations

Reporting, dissemination, and follow-up requirements are specified in the call document and Model Grant Agreement. Obligations may include participation in network activities, progress reporting, and adherence to EU financial and operational guidelines.

Geographic Scope & Language

• Eligible countries: As defined in section 6 of the call document.
• Application language: English (en).

Notes

Proposals must adhere to page limits and formatting requirements described in the call document. Synergies with existing networks and inclusiveness in geographical coverage are emphasized. Special attention should be given to supporting less experienced NCPs.