Call for definition of specifications for cascading funding support services

• October 24, 2024
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Objective

The French National Coordination Centre (NCC-FR) focuses on fostering cybersecurity expertise, research, and industrial capacity.  

The NCC-FR has launched a call for projects supporting SMEs, start-ups, and mid-sized companies in digital innovation and cybersecurity to encourage them to develop and adopt innovative digital and cybersecurity solutions and enhancing digital skills in the following areas:

1. Cyber solutions and technical developments.

2. Support for providers working towards PAMS qualification.

3. Standardization efforts for SMEs and start-ups.

Eligibility

• The call is seeking Very Small Enterprises (VSEs) and Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (SMEs) focused on cybersecurity and digital innovation.

• Only single-partner projects are eligible for this call for projects.

• Projects must have a minimum budget of 30,000 euros.

• The company or entity must be based in France or within the European Union.

• The project should align with the strategic goals of France 2030 and the EU’s Digital Europe or Horizon Europe programs.

• Applicants must meet the criteria set out in the FSTP (Financial Support to Third Parties) program.

• Applicants must follow cybersecurity norms and follow guidelines provided by ANSSI and Bpifrance, particularly concerning standards like PAMS (Prescribers Advisory Mission for Cybersecurity).

Funding

• Total Budget: up to 2 000 000 EUR

• Amount per project: 150 000 EUR

Deadline

The deadline to submit applications is set to 13 November 2024 17:00, Brussels time.