[European Commission](https://commission.europa.eu/index_en)

September 18, 2025 (Opens) | November 20, 2025, 17:00 Brussels time (Closes)

Up to €100,000 per project (fixed lump sum); total call budget €2,400,000; 7-month project duration.

Supports large-scale cross-domain pilots for the Open CloudEdgeIoT Platform to advance smart IoT and decentralized intelligence.

--- ## Description This funding opportunity aims to accelerate the uptake and deployment of the Open CloudEdgeIoT (O-CEI) Platform through large-scale, cross-domain pilot projects. The initiative is part of the Horizon Europe programme and seeks to foster innovation in cloud, edge, and IoT technologies by supporting practical demonstrations, integration, and collaboration across sectors. Selected projects will participate in a structured 7-month support programme, progressing through mentoring, development, and testing phases. --- ## Due Dates - Opening date: September 18, 2025 - Application deadline: November 20, 2025, 17:00 (Brussels time) --- ## Funding Amount - Up to €100,000 per project (fixed lump sum) - Maximum of 24 projects will be funded - Total available budget: €2,400,000 - Funding covers 100% of the eligible costs proposed in the application - Project duration: 7 months, divided into three stages (mentoring, development, release/testing) --- ## Eligibility - Open to entities able to pilot the Open CloudEdgeIoT Platform in large-scale, cross-domain settings. - Typical applicants include research organizations, SMEs, startups, and other legal entities engaged in smart IoT, cloud, and edge computing. - Up to 24 projects will be selected through a competitive process. - For full eligibility details, consult the [Guide for Applicants](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KtEGAo_JDbX8Ch-cc76TddgmodMpG1Lz/view?usp=drive_link). --- ## Application Process - Submission is via the online application form: [Apply here](https://opportunities.getonepass.eu/applications/686b9c817bcf244135cad203/start) - Five-step evaluation process: - Initial application check - In/Out Scope Screening by a Selection Committee - Independent evaluation by two external reviewers - Selection Committee finalizes provisional and reserve lists - Ethics and formal checks for pre-selected beneficiaries - Reference documents and detailed guidance are available in the [Guide for Applicants](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KtEGAo_JDbX8Ch-cc76TddgmodMpG1Lz/view?usp=drive_link). --- ## Additional Information - Projects participate in a 7-month support programme with structured mentoring and technical support. - Funding rate is 100% of the approved budget. - The call is part of Horizon Europe, under the topic HORIZON-CL4-2024-DATA-01-03. --- ## External Links - [Call details and official portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/competitive-calls-cs/11405?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=2&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate) - [Project website](https://o-cei.eu/) - [Application submission platform](https://opportunities.getonepass.eu/applications/686b9c817bcf244135cad203/start) - [Guide for Applicants (PDF)](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KtEGAo_JDbX8Ch-cc76TddgmodMpG1Lz/view?usp=drive_link) --- ## Contact Information | Contact Type | Details | |----------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------| | General Inquiries | [European Commission Contact Page](https://commission.europa.eu/about-european-commission/contact_en) | | O-CEI Complaints | [support@o-cei.eu](mailto:support@o-cei.eu) | | IT Helpdesk | +32 2 299 11 11 |

O-CEI 1st OPEN CALL FOR UPSCALING PROJECTS

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