Maturing projects for possible future European Defence Projects of Common Interest and preparing their implementation roadmap

In short

This call offers EDF Lump Sum Grants under European Defence Fund. It is paid as a lump sum, so you report results instead of costs. Deadline: 15 December 2026.

What the call wants to achieve

• The action aims at maturing collaborative projects towards possible future European Defence Projects of Common Interest and at conducting all preparatory activities necessary prior to the potential implementation of the project during the next Multiannual Financial Framework (2028-2034).
• The Commission is considering a total budget of EUR 13 500 000 for this call for proposal.
• The maximum EU contribution per funded project will not exceed EUR 3 375 000 allowing several proposals to be funded.

Source: EU Funding & Tenders Portal, © European Union, CC BY 4.0, summarised. The official call text and its annexes decide eligibility, budget and deadlines.

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