Bavarian Collaborative Research Programme (BayVFP) – Digitalisation
The Bavarian Collaborative Research Programme (BayVFP) – Digitalisation supports companies and research institutions in Bavaria in innovative research and development projects. It promotes industry-led, pre-competitive collaborative projects in the key areas of information and communication technology and electronic systems. The aim is to accelerate the development and implementation of digital technologies into new products and services and to advance technology transfer.
Who is funded: Target Groups and Coverage
The Bavarian Collaborative Research Programme (BayVFP) – Digitalisation is aimed at companies and research institutions in Bavaria that wish to jointly carry out pre-competitive research and development projects in the field of digitalisation. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are preferred.
What is funded: Project Content and Focus Areas
The programme funds research and development projects in the thematic focus areas of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) and electronic systems. Projects in industrial research and experimental development that contribute to the creation or improvement of digital technologies are supported.
Type and Scope of Funding
The Bavarian Collaborative Research Programme provides grants for research and development projects. The amount of funding varies depending on the type of project and applicant, with up to 50% of eligible expenses being covered for companies. Projects are typically designed to run for several years.
Conditions and Requirements
Participation in BayVFP – Digitalisation requires adherence to specific conditions regarding project structure and compliance with aid regulations. Calls for proposals define the thematic priorities and evaluation criteria, and funding is granted within the framework of available budget funds without a legal claim.
Application Procedure
The application for BayVFP – Digitalisation is submitted via an electronic procedure. The selection of projects is based on criteria defined in specific calls for proposals.
Legal Basis
The Bavarian Collaborative Research Programme – Digitalisation is based on specific guidelines and legal provisions that form the framework for funding and ensure compliance with national and European regulations.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Open
Maximum Amount:
Max. 50 % for industrial research and 25 % for experimental development for companies. Surcharge of up to 15 % on the funding rate possible (max. 50 % of sub-project expenses). Higher rates for universities/research institutions.
Open Until:
Ongoing
Award Channel:
Demand Driven Scheme
Region:
Bavaria (Germany)
Sectors:
Information and Communication Technology, Software Development, Research and Development, Other
Beneficiaries:
Digitalisation (Information and Communication Technology, Electronic Systems)
Application Type:
Consortium Required
Funding Stages:
Applied Research, Experimental Development
Funding Provider
Program Level:
Regional
Funding Body:
Bavarian State Ministry of Economic Affairs, Regional Development and Energy (StMWi)
Managed By:
Project Management Agency Bavaria (Bayern Innovativ – Bavarian Society for Innovation and Knowledge Transfer mbH), VDI/VDE Innovation + Technik GmbH