Service Support Track Application Process

Who can apply?

During the initial pilot phase (until July 2027), eligibility is limited to services that have previously submitted a proposal to Base4NFDI but are not currently funded. 
These services have already undergone review processes in sections, demonstrated community support (consortia survey), and reached a minimum level of maturity, enabling a faster and more efficient support process.

The Service Support Track is aimed at basic service candidates that:

  • Already have actively engaged staff who will work with and implement the results.
  • Demonstrate a minimum level of service readiness.
  • Fulfil the NFDI basic service definition, including confirmed relevance by consortia.
How to apply?

Applicants will be invited to submit a short proposal outlining:

  • The specific outcomes they aim to achieve with Base4NFDI support.
  • The current status of their service in relation to the Base4NFDI Service Readiness Levels. These take a similar approach as the known TRLs but offer a better applicability for less technical services and apply a broader approach to service readiness, taking user engagement, operational models and more into consideration. More information on the Service Readiness Levels will be published soon.

The proposal template and further information on the process will be communicated soon.

Starting in August 2026, Base4NFDI will offer regular office hours to introduce the Service Support Track and guide interested applicants through the process.

Detailed information follow soon.

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