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

April 16, 2026: Full application submission deadline (single-stage) — 17:00:00 Brussels time

€24,500,000 total budget; typical grant size €3M–€8M; 4 awards expected

Supports joint public procurement of innovative solutions to improve access, quality, and integration of healthcare across Europe.

--- ## Description This grant, under the Horizon Europe programme, funds public procurement of innovative solutions (PPI) aimed at improving citizens' access to healthcare through integrated or personalised approaches. The focus is on deploying innovations—especially digital and cross-sectoral solutions such as AI—that address clinical needs, enhance care integration and coordination, and equip health professionals with advanced tools. Projects should drive organisational and technological transformation within health systems, foster collaboration across European jurisdictions, and embed solutions in existing structures for scalable impact. Eligible proposals must be led by consortia of public and/or private procurers with deployment responsibilities and budget control in health and care services. The grant does not fund R&D by developers or industry; rather, it supports procurers in specifying, purchasing, and deploying innovative solutions to address shared unmet needs. End-user involvement, cooperation with policymakers, and alignment with ongoing EU health initiatives are strongly encouraged. --- ## Due Dates - April 16, 2026: Full application submission deadline (single-stage) — 17:00:00 Brussels time --- ## Funding Amount - Total budget for this topic: €24,500,000 - Expected number of grants: 4 - Typical grant size: €3,000,000 to €8,000,000 per project - Financial support to third parties (e.g., for deployment) is allowed, up to €60,000 per third party --- ## Eligibility - Open to consortia of public and/or private procurers from eligible countries (see [Annex B](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/wp-call/2026-2027/wp-15-general-annexes_horizon-2026-2027_en.pdf)) - Procurers must have deployment responsibilities and budget control in health and care services - Legal entities from the US are eligible for funding; entities from China are not eligible for this topic - Proposals must address a concrete, shared need and be based on clearly identified user needs and structured deployment plans - Restrictions apply for entities deemed high-risk for European communication networks --- ## Application Process - Single-stage submission via the [EU Funding & Tenders Portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/HORIZON-HLTH-2026-01-CARE-01?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=8&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate) - Opening date: February 10, 2026 - Deadline: April 16, 2026, 17:00 Brussels time - Applications must use the [standard HE PPI application form](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/temp-form/af/af_he-ppi_en.pdf) - See the [Online Manual](https://webgate.ec.europa.eu/funding-tenders-opportunities/display/OM/Online+Manual) for step-by-step guidance - Evaluation criteria and thresholds are detailed in [Annex D](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/wp-call/2026-2027/wp-15-general-annexes_horizon-2026-2027_en.pdf) --- ## Additional Information - Actions must include cooperation with policymakers and capacity building for mainstreaming PPI - Solutions should be scalable, cost-effective, and transferable across different European health systems - End-user involvement and attention to gender and intersectional factors are required - Projects should align with ongoing EU-funded initiatives and health data space work where relevant --- ## External Links - [Call details and application portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/HORIZON-HLTH-2026-01-CARE-01?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=8&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 setup)](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/wp-call/2026-2027/wp-15-general-annexes_horizon-2026-2027_en.pdf) - [Partner search tool](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/how-to-participate/partner-search) - [Contact the European Commission](https://commission.europa.eu/about-european-commission/contact_en) --- ## Contact Information | Resource | Details | |-----------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | General EC Contact | +32 2 299 11 11 | | Research Enquiry | [Research Enquiry Service](https://research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu/contact-us/research-enquiry-service_en) | | National Contact Points | [Find your NCP](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/support/ncp) | | IT Helpdesk | [Portal IT Helpdesk](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/support/helpdesks/contact-form) |

Public procurement of innovative solutions for improving citizens' access to healthcare through integrated or personalised approaches - European Commission

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