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Based on the Grant Agreement between the European Union, represented by the European Commission as the grant-awarding authority, and the coordinator of INNOFEIT EDIH — the Center for Technology Transfer and Innovation INNOFEIT — along with consortium members (Project 101191339 — Call DIGITAL-2023-EDIH-04, launched on January 1, 2025), INNOFEIT EDIH on May 15, 2025 announces the following:

PUBLIC CALL FOR INNOFEIT EDIH SERVICES

  1. Who is eligible to apply:

Micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs)

Public sector organizations not engaged in economic activities

  1. Duration of the public call:

The public call will be open from May 15, 2025, until December 31, 2028, or until the funds are exhausted.

  1. Total budget of the call:

The total budget available for allocation under this public call is €1,969,955.60.

The European Commission provides 50% of the grant through the Digital Europe Programme 2021–2027 (DIGITAL), while the remaining 50% is provided by the Ministry of Digital Transformation of the Republic of North Macedonia.

  1. Types of services provided by INNOFEIT EDIH:

In line with the Digital Europe Programme 2021–2027, European Digital Innovation Hubs (EDIHs) provide services that support the public and private sectors in the process of digital transformation and innovation. INNOFEIT EDIH offers:

Test before invest – Enabling testing and experimentation with digital technologies, products, and services to assess feasibility and effectiveness before final investment.

Development of digital skills and training – Organizing training and short-term programs to enhance advanced digital skills relevant to digital transformation.

Support for access to funding – Facilitating access to financial resources, including financial institutions, investors, and various funding mechanisms.

Networking and strengthening the innovation ecosystem – Promoting collaboration and knowledge exchange between consortium members, service users, and the broader innovation community to accelerate technological development and implement innovative solutions.

  1. Service price list:

The price list, which includes market prices and discount rates for different service categories, is provided in Annex 1 of this public call.

The services are FREE OF CHARGE for the user.

  1. Value of granted state aid:

The value of the state aid is calculated as 50% of the service price as listed in the price list.

  1. Target users for INNOFEIT EDIHs tailored services include the following sectors:
  • Smart agriculture and high value-added food processing
  • Smart/sustainable buildings and materials
  • Electrical equipment and machinery (Industry 4.0)
  • Energy for the future

Additionally, SMEs from other sectors that aim to improve their knowledge, adopt new technologies, and increase profitability are also eligible, especially those contributing to environmental sustainability and the goals of the European Green Deal.

  1. INNOFEIT EDIH service providers:

The service providers are the consortium members:

  • Center for Technology Transfer and Innovation – INNOFEIT
  • Ss. Cyril and Methodius University, Skopje
  • Goce Delchev University, Štip
  • St. Kliment Ohridski University, Bitola
  • Goce Delchev University, Štip / Military Academy “General Mihailo Apostolski”, Skopje
  • Solveo Skopje – Consulting and Brokerage Company
  • Economic Chamber of Macedonia (SSK)
  • Association of Fruit and Vegetable Processors (MAP)
  • Mikrosam – Electronics, Design, and Manufacturing, Prilep
  • Kontron – ICT Solutions, Skopje
  • INTERSPACE LLC – ICT Solutions, Skopje
  1. Rules of using INNOFEIT EDIH services:

The Rules for Use of INNOFEIT EDIH Services are integral part of this public call. They define all terms, conditions, and procedures related to the call.

Each applicant is required to read, understand, and comply with them.

  1. Application documents:

Download the application forms for the category you wish to apply for:

Test before invest

Development of digital skills and training

Support for access to investments

Note:

To apply for the service “Proof of Concept and Prototypes”, part of the “Test before invest” category, you must first complete the mandatory online form for Interest Expression. You will then receive feedback on whether the service can be offered.

  1. Filling out and submission of application documentation

For micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises:

  • Request form for the service
  • Declaration of Acceptance of INNOFEIT EDIH Terms and Conditions
  • Declaration of received state aid in the past 3 years
  • Company’s Current status (from the Central Registry), not older than 6 months

For public sector organizations not engaged in economic activity:

  • Request form for the service
  • Declaration of Acceptance of INNOFEIT EDIH Terms and Conditions
  • Institution’s Current status (from the Central Registry), not older than 6 months
  1. How to submit your application:

-Electronically signed forms and documents send to: [email protected]

or

-Submit the signed original documents by post or in person to:

Center for Technology Transfer and Innovation – INNOFEIT

Ruger Bošković Street 18, Skopje

(Indicate: “Application for INNOFEIT EDIH Public Call”)

Before completing and submitting your application, we recommend to contacting us via the Contact Form or email at [email protected].

Our team will assist you in selecting the appropriate services and will help facilitate the application process.

Each application will be evaluated, and the applicant will be informed of the evaluation results and the next steps.