# SME Call 2027

**Funder:** Health~Holland
**Deadline:** 30 November 2026 (Expected end of November 2026; full call publication no later than 1 September 2026)
**Consortium:** Required — PPP collaboration between companies and research organizations
**Application:** Single stage (full application); pre-announcement end of May 2026
**Frequency:** Annual
**Next round:** 2026-09
**Eligible countries:** NL
**Official call:** https://www.health-holland.com/funding-opportunities/mkb-call
**Last verified:** 18 June 2026

## Eligibility & scope

Supports innovative public-private partnerships (PPP) between Dutch SMEs and research organizations. Dutch companies must not qualify as an 'undertaking in difficulty' (OIM). Submitting a similar proposal to the Science for Industry Call 2026 is not permitted; applicants must choose one call only.

## Summary

The Health~Holland SME Call 2027 funds innovative public-private partnerships (PPP) between Dutch small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and research organisations, with a single-stage full application due 30 November 2026. Eligible Dutch companies must not be undertakings in difficulty (OIM). Applicants cannot simultaneously submit to the Science for Industry Call 2026 and must choose one call only.

## Who should apply

- Dutch SMEs not classified as undertakings in difficulty (OIM)
- Research organisations seeking SME collaboration on innovation projects
- Teams ready to form a formal PPP consortium before the deadline
- Applicants not submitting to the parallel Science for Industry Call 2026

## Key dates

- Full call publication expected by 1 September 2026
- Pre-announcement phase end of May 2026
- Application deadline 30 November 2026

## Tips for applicants

- You must choose between the SME Call 2027 and the Science for Industry Call 2026, check eligibility and fit carefully before committing.
- The consortium must be formally structured as a PPP before submission; loose partnerships do not qualify.
- Verify your company's OIM (undertaking in difficulty) status early; ineligible firms cannot be partners or lead applicants.

## Frequently asked questions

### What kind of organisations can apply to the Health~Holland SME Call 2027?

Dutch SMEs and research organisations collaborating in a formal public-private partnership (PPP). The SME must not be classified as an undertaking in difficulty (OIM).

### When is the deadline for the Health~Holland SME Call 2027?

The full application deadline is 30 November 2026. A pre-announcement phase begins at the end of May 2026, and the full call is published by 1 September 2026.

### Can I apply to both the SME Call 2027 and Science for Industry Call 2026?

No, you must choose one call only. Submitting the same or similar proposal to both calls is not permitted.

### Is a consortium required for the SME Call 2027?

Yes, the call requires a public-private partnership (PPP) between Dutch SMEs and research organisations.

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Source: [The Great Grantsby](https://grantsby.eu/grants/health-holland-sme-call-2027-2026-11) — EU grant monitoring for academic researchers. Always verify details on the funder's website before applying.

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