Open
STANDARD CALL FOR PROPOSALS FOR THE ESA MARKETPLACE
Open call · deadline 2028-09-30 (820 days left at last rebuild).
| Reference | AO-4-40040 |
|---|---|
| Source programme | esa |
| Type | tender |
| Segment | Call for Proposals |
| Status | open |
| Closing date | 2028-09-30 |
| Indicative budget | KEURO |
| Last updated | 2026-04-14 |
What this call is about
The ESA Marketplace Open Call aims at fostering the development of industrial players on new and emerging space markets to achieve sustained commercial growth by strengthening their growth, visibility, and investment readiness.The ESA Marketplace showcases innovative products and services, facilitates strategic…
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Check my eligibility free →Frequently asked
When is the deadline for AO-4-40040?
The listed closing date is 2028-09-30. Always verify on the official programme page — deadlines can shift.
How do I check if my startup is eligible?
Eligibility depends on country, entity type, team size and technology readiness (TRL). VIRA.space (Virtual Innovation Research Assistant) runs a free structured eligibility check against the full call requirements — this page shows only a teaser summary.
Where is the official call published?
The authoritative source is the issuing programme's portal: official call page. VIRA links every tracked tender back to its origin.
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