Public Sector Open Data for AI and Open Data Platform

This program targets public administrations, companies (including SMEs and start-ups), and public organizations within the EU, EEA, and associated countries. Its primary goal is to increase the availability and usability of public sector information for the development of AI applications and data products.

Funding is provided for projects focused on enhancing data interoperability and portability, specifically for High Value Datasets (HVDs) from the public sector. These projects will enable the creation of new data products and services, especially those leveraging AI.

The program offers EU action grants with a specific budget allocated for this topic. The funding contributes to the overall Digital Europe Programme.

Applicants must meet specific admissibility, eligibility, financial, and operational capacity conditions. Collaboration through consortia is an option, and all projects must adhere to security and ethical guidelines.

The application process involved a single-stage submission with a defined deadline, followed by an evaluation based on set criteria. Successful applicants were informed of results and moved towards grant agreement signatures.

The Public Sector Open Data for AI and Open Data Platform program operates under a robust legal framework established by the Digital Europe Programme Regulation, supported by broader EU financial and data-related directives.