- Category: Latest News
- 2026-02-18
A new procurement opportunity has been launched by EUSPA, aiming to accelerate the commercial uptake of EU Space solutions and bridge the gap between innovation and market demand.
Bridging the “Last Mile” to Market
Managed by the European Union Agency for the Space Programme (EUSPA), the Make it with Space procurement scheme is designed to support the downstream market and foster the large-scale adoption of services and applications based on the EU Space Programme.
The new scheme aims to help European companies commercialise technologically mature space-based applications, by stimulating demand and by supporting the operational integration of EU Space solutions across sectors.
Scope and Objectives
Through this procurement, EUSPA will contract services and supplies from downstream market providers to:
- Accelerate the commercialisation of EU Space-based solutions
- Stimulate mature and consolidated market demand
- Support SMEs and start-ups in reaching final users
- Collect best practices and operational guidelines for successful deployment
The procurement is open to all market segments identified in EUSPA’s GNSS and Earth Observation market analysis, with particular attention to SMEs and innovative start-ups.
Contract Details
- Type: Multiple framework contract implemented through specific contracts
- Duration: 48 months
- Maximum budget ceiling: EUR 16.5 million
- Deadline for proposals: 16 April 2026
A dedicated webinar took place on 26 February. Click here to see the presentation.
The Make it with Space tender opportunity is published on the EUSPA webpage here.