Capacity-building and transnational cooperation for National Contact Points (NCPs)

Last updated: 16.7.2025
Grant

The "Capacity-building and transnational cooperation for National Contact Points (NCPs)" program, part of Horizon Europe, aims to professionalize and enhance the skills of NCPs across Europe. This initiative seeks to simplify access to Horizon Europe calls, lower entry barriers for newcomers, and improve the quality of submitted proposals, fostering a robust pan-European Innovation Ecosystem.

Who is Funded

This program targets National Contact Points (NCPs) from EU Member States and Associated Countries to strengthen their capacity and foster transnational cooperation, ultimately enhancing the European innovation landscape.

What is Funded

This program funds activities that facilitate the professional development and collaboration of National Contact Points (NCPs), ultimately strengthening the European innovation ecosystem.

Type and Scope of Funding

This program provides grant funding, with a specific budget allocated for the year 2021, and is designed to support multi-year initiatives.

Conditions and Requirements

Applicants must meet specific eligibility, financial, and operational criteria and adhere to precise application and consortium guidelines to secure funding.

Application Procedure

The application process requires electronic submission via the Funding & Tenders Portal, following a structured two-part form, and proposals are rigorously evaluated against specific criteria covering excellence, impact, and implementation quality.

The program operates under the authority of the Horizon Europe framework, guided by comprehensive EU regulations and official documents that define its structure and operational principles.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Closed

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

4,000,000 € (for 2021)

Open Until

Open Until:

31.12.2027

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Framework Programme Call

Region

Region:

European Union, Associated Countries, other third countries (if specified in call conditions)

Sectors

Sectors:

Research and Development, Other

Beneficiaries

Beneficiaries:

National Contact Points (NCPs)

Application Type

Application Type:

Optional Consortium

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Capacity Building, Other

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Commission

Additional Partners:

Enterprise Europe Network (EEN), European Innovation Ecosystem stakeholders

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