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

November 4, 2027 (Full application submission deadline, 17:00 Brussels time)

~€3,835,000 per project; total call budget €7,670,000; typically funds 2 projects

Supports development of advanced protective gear and smart equipment for disaster responders in CBRN-E environments, emphasizing safety, technology integration, and user-centric design.

--- ## Description This funding opportunity aims to advance the development of next-generation protective gear specifically designed for use in Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, and Explosives (CBRN-E) environments, as well as innovative smart protective equipment for disaster responders. Projects should leverage cutting-edge materials and technologies to improve safety, operational efficiency, and comfort for responders. Key elements include integration of automated hazard detection, environmental monitoring, and real-time communication systems to enhance situational awareness and decision-making in hazardous situations. A user-centric and inclusive approach is expected, with strong collaboration among research institutions, manufacturers, and practitioners. Proposals should also include market and stakeholder analysis, roadmaps for technology adoption, and alignment with European civil protection strategies. --- ## Due Dates - November 4, 2027: Full application submission deadline (17:00 Brussels time) --- ## Funding Amount - Total call budget: €7,670,000 - Expected number of grants: 2 - Typical grant size: ~€3,835,000 per project - Funding is provided as a lump sum under the Horizon Innovation Actions (HORIZON-IA) scheme. --- ## Eligibility - Proposals must include: - At least 2 training centres located in EU Member States or Associated Countries. - At least 2 practitioners involved in training, validation, and testing of CBRN-E tools/technologies from at least 2 EU Member States or Associated Countries. - Eligible countries: EU Member States and countries associated with Horizon Europe (see [Annex B](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/wp-call/2025/wp-14-general-annexes_horizon-2025_en.pdf)). - Additional eligibility, financial, and operational capacity requirements are detailed in the [Horizon Europe General Annexes](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/wp-call/2025/wp-14-general-annexes_horizon-2025_en.pdf). --- ## Application Process - Single-stage application process. - Submission system opens: May 5, 2027. - Deadline: November 4, 2027, 17:00 Brussels time. - Applications must follow the templates and page limits described in the [Application Form](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/temp-form/af/af_he-ria-ia_en.pdf). - Proposals must complete the “Information about security practitioners” table in the application. - Evaluation criteria and process are described in [Annex D](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/wp-call/2025/wp-14-general-annexes_horizon-2025_en.pdf) and the [Online Manual](https://webgate.ec.europa.eu/funding-tenders-opportunities/display/OM/Online+Manual). --- ## Additional Information - Projects are expected to align with the Preparedness Union Strategy and consider the needs of the European Civil Protection Pool and rescEU strategic reserve. - Use of Copernicus and/or Galileo/EGNOS for satellite-based earth observation, positioning, or navigation is required if relevant. - Intellectual property and ownership transfer/licensing provisions apply up to 4 years after project completion. --- ## External Links - [Full Topic Details and Application Portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/HORIZON-CL3-2027-01-DRS-01?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=2&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate) - [Horizon Europe Programme Guide](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/guidance/programme-guide_horizon_en.pdf) - [General Annexes (Eligibility, Evaluation, Legal)](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/wp-call/2025/wp-14-general-annexes_horizon-2025_en.pdf) - [Online Manual for Applicants](https://webgate.ec.europa.eu/funding-tenders-opportunities/display/OM/Online+Manual) - [Partner Search Tool](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/how-to-participate/partner-search) --- ## Contact Information | Purpose | Contact/Link | |------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | General EC Contact | +32 2 299 11 11 | | EC Contact Form | [Contact the European Commission](https://commission.europa.eu/about-european-commission/contact_en) | | Research Enquiries | [Research Enquiry Service](https://research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu/contact-us/research-enquiry-service_en) | | National Contact Points| [Find NCPs](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/support/ncp) | | IT Helpdesk | [IT Helpdesk Contact Form](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/support/helpdesks/contact-form) |

Open Topic on Advanced Protective Gear for CBRN-E Environments and New Generation of Smart Protective Equipment for Disaster Responders - European Commission

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