Open Call
"STEP INTO THE FUTURE OF QUANTUM"
Open Call for external companies
What
- Project acronym: Qu-Pilot
- Project topic: Experimental production capabilities for quantum technologies in Europe
- Project grant agreement number: 101113983
Qu-Pilot is a Horizon Europe project that develops and provides access to pilot production facilities for quantum technologies in Europe. Through the Open Call, Qu-Pilot offers access to fabrication capabilities to EU-based quantum technology companies without the need for significant early-stage infrastructure investments. The offered technologies & services cover superconducting, photonics, semiconducting and diamond platforms enabling technologies for quantum computing, communication, and sensing. In exchange of receiving services, the selected use case companies will be requested to provide feedback on service quality and recommendations for service improvements and better alignment.
Who
The Call is open to all EU companies
The Call is open to all EU companies in search of experimental production facilities incorporating cutting-edge technologies in quantum computing, communication, and sensing.
Your organisation must be established in one of the member states of the European Union, Iceland, Norway or Israel, with majority ownership and control therein. Successful companies will become parties to the Qu-Pilot Framework Partnership Agreement and will need to undergo an ownership control assessment performed by the European Commission.
For the eligibility conditions please refer to the Horizon Europe Work Programme 2021, Digital, Industry and Space under the call: ‘HORIZON-CL4-2021-DIGITAL-EMERGING-02-22: Framework Partnership Agreements for open testing and experimentation and for pilot production capabilities for quantum technologies (FPA)’.
When
Why
Expertise acquisition
By partnering with experts in the field, applicants can gain insights, knowledge, and guidance. This expertise might include technical knowledge, market insights, regulatory guidance, or business development strategies.
Reduced costs
Experimental production is for free (100% funded). Pilot manufacturing services provided by Qu-Pilot can represent a significant cost savings for applicants as applicants can access resources and facilities that might otherwise be financially out of reach.
Accelerated development
By leveraging expertise and pilot manufacturing, applicants can accelerate the development timeline of their projects.
Enhanced credibility
Partnering with reputable organizations or experts through the Open Call process can enhance the credibility and legitimacy of the applicant’s project. This increased credibility can be beneficial when seeking additional funding, attracting investors, or engaging with potential customers or partners.
Network expansion
Working with the Qu-Pilot network through the Open Call process can expand an applicant’s network. Success in the Open Call can lead to recognition, making it easier to connect with key players and stakeholders.
Process
How
If you are interested in applying to the Call, please follow the steps listed below before submitting your application.
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Check out the services of Qu-Pilot or other use cases examples to see if they fit your needs. You can choose more than one service from different service providers.
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Submit Qu-Pilot intake form for the pre-screening process, to discuss technical feasibility, here.
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If your intake form receives a positive evaluation, please carefully read the Open Call Application Guidelines.
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Download & Submit the Application Form within the application software at https://apply.qu-pilot.eu/.
Contacts
Intake form
The only way to access our services is through an open call. Please complete the Qu-Pilot intake form below for the pre-screening process to discuss technical feasibility. If you need assistance with applying to the Call, please send us your enquiries by email to helpdesk@qu-pilot.eu .