Opening soon PR Bucharest-Ilfov 2021-2027 — Call PR BI P1/1.1/1/2026: Support for developing an innovative conceptual model (Proof of Concept)
De minimis grants of 50,000–200,000 euro, up to 100% of the eligible value, for SMEs in Bucharest-Ilfov that validate an innovative product, process or service concept (from TRL 3 to TRL 4–5). The guide was under consultation until 4 July 2026.
- Who can apply
- Micro-enterprises, small and medium-sized enterprises (companies established under Law 31/1990, including…
- Total budget
- 5,000,000 euro (2,000,000 euro from the EU – ERDF and 3,000,000 euro from the state budget)
- Funding amount
- Between 50,000 and 200,000 euro non-refundable per project, up to 100% of the eligible value, within the…
- Submission period
- not yet announced
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The guide has not been published yet, but good applications are built before launch. Those who start when the call window opens usually miss out on it.
Who can apply
Micro-enterprises, small and medium-sized enterprises (companies established under Law 31/1990, including those established under OUG 6/2011, and cooperatives established under Law 1/2005) with their registered office or a secondary office in the Bucharest-Ilfov region by the first payment at the latest. The concept must be at TRL 3 or higher. Only one project is accepted for each single enterprise.
What it covers
- Salaries for research, development and innovation (RDI) staff and the secondment of highly qualified staff from research organisations
- Equipment and other tangible assets for industrial research and experimental development, plus materials and consumables
- Intangible assets (software, licences, patents)
- Innovation consultancy and innovation support services: laboratories, market research, testing and quality certification, obtaining and protecting patents
- SaaS software services (artificial intelligence, 3D modelling, simulation) used exclusively for RDI activities
- Testing workshops, dissemination, promotion, participation in fairs and conferences, project management, consultancy for the funding application, indirect costs (flat rate of 7%)
We prepare your application before the window opens
- We analyse whether you qualify and under which programme exactly.
- We build the application: business plan, budget, supporting documents.
- We submit during the call window and follow the evaluation.
- We stay with you through the reimbursement file and final payment.
Frequently asked questions
How much can a company receive through the Bucharest-Ilfov Proof of Concept call?
According to the applicant's guide under consultation, the grant for a project is a minimum of 50,000 and a maximum of 200,000 euro. The funding can cover up to 100% of the eligible value, within the de minimis ceiling of 300,000 euro over 3 years for each single enterprise.
What is the budget of call PR BI P1/1.1/1/2026?
The call has a non-refundable allocation of 5,000,000 euro: 2,000,000 euro from the EU contribution (ERDF) and 3,000,000 euro from the state budget.
Who can apply to the Proof of Concept call?
Micro-enterprises and SMEs (companies established under Law 31/1990, including those established under OUG 6/2011, and cooperatives established under Law 1/2005) that have their registered office or a secondary office in the Bucharest-Ilfov region by the first payment can apply. Their innovative concept must be at technology readiness level TRL 3 or higher.
What technology readiness level (TRL) must be reached?
The project starts from TRL 3 at minimum and must go through the stages of TRL 4 (technology validation in the laboratory) and TRL 5 (technology validation in relevant environments). If TRL 5 cannot be reached for objective reasons, the guide provides a "research failure" mechanism: the eligible costs incurred are reimbursed, up to 50% of total eligible costs, with no obligation to repay the sums.
When can projects be submitted?
The submission date has not yet been announced. The public consultation ended on 4 July 2026. The guide provides for 30 days of preparation after the final version is published, then 90 days for submission in MySMIS2021.
Which costs are eligible?
The following are eligible: RDI staff salaries, equipment and materials for research, intangible assets, consultancy and innovation support services (laboratories, market research, testing and certification, patents), SaaS software services for RDI, validation workshops, promotion and participation in fairs, project management, consultancy for the funding application and indirect costs (7% of direct costs).
How long does it take to prepare the application?
It depends on the complexity of the project and the documents you already have. The first step is the eligibility analysis, which tells you what needs to be prepared.
What happens if I do not qualify?
We tell you before any contract is signed, and if another suitable programme exists, we point you to it.
Next step
We prepare your application before the call opens — Bucharest-Ilfov Regional Programme (PR) 2021-2027 — Call PR BI P1/1.1/1/2026: Support for developing an innovative conceptual model (Proof of Concept)
Fill in the form and we will tell you whether you qualify. If you do not qualify under this programme, we will tell you which other one you could apply for — or that there is none, if that is the case.
or call us directly on 0755 167 167
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