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Call to Strengthen R/D Activity and Cooperation in Wellbeing Services Counties (Finland)

Issued by Research Council of Finland · via fundsforNGOs — grants & funding calls

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Published
23 Oct 2026
Closes
18 Nov 2026, 23:59 UTC
Reference
2027-call-to-strengthen-r-and-d-activity-and-cooperation-in-wellbeing
Location
Finland
Sector
Healthcare & Pharma

At a glance

Research Council of Finland in Finland has published a funding call in healthcare & pharma: “Call to Strengthen R/D Activity and Cooperation in Wellbeing Services Counties (Finland)”. Submissions close on 18 November 2026, 27 days from today. Quote reference 2027-call-to-strengthen-r-and-d-activity-and-cooperation-in-wellbeing in any correspondence with the buyer. FreeTender has recorded 4 notices from this buyer since 2026, 4 of them currently open. There are 54 open healthcare & pharma notices in Finland on FreeTender. Bids are submitted to the buyer through fundsforNGOs — grants & funding calls, not through FreeTender.

Details

The Research Council of Finland is offering an opportunity to strengthen research and development (R&D) activities and foster cooperation in wellbeing services counties. This call aims to promote healthcare and social welfare collaboration across designated regions. The application window is open from 21 October 2026 to 18 November 2026, with a total funding pool of €8 million available.

Opportunity at a Glance:

- Provider: Research Council of Finland

- Opportunity Type: R&D Funding

- Funding Pool: €8 million

- Funding per Consortium: Up to €800,000

- Eligible Applicants: Research consortia in wellbeing services counties

- Eligible Locations: Wellbeing services counties with a university hospital or the HUS Group

- Deadline: 18 November 2026, 23:59 Finnish time

- Funding Period: 1 September 2027 – 31 August 2030

About the Opportunity

This funding opportunity is designed to enhance cooperation between healthcare and social welfare sectors and other R&D entities within wellbeing services counties. The initiative targets the development of services and the promotion of welfare and health within these collaborative areas.

Funding and Benefits:

- Consortium Funding: Each consortium can receive up to €800,000.

- Funding Usage: 100% of the funding must be allocated to R&D activities.

- Objective: Support innovative projects that foster collaboration and enhance service delivery in healthcare and social welfare sectors.

Who Is Eligible?:

- Primary Applicants: Consortia led by a wellbeing services county that maintains a university hospital or the HUS Group.

- Consortium Requirements: Must include a subproject based in another wellbeing services county and at least one subproject from a university, university of applied sciences, or government research institute.

Eligible Activities or Priority Areas:

- Strengthening cooperation in healthcare and social welfare sectors. - Promoting innovative R&D projects aimed at improving service delivery and health outcomes. - Fostering collaborative research efforts across designated counties and institutions.

Why This Opportunity Matters:

This call provides a significant opportunity to enhance R&D collaboration in Finland’s wellbeing services counties, potentially leading to improved healthcare and social welfare services. By supporting collaboration among universities, research institutes, and county services, the program aims to drive innovation and service improvements that benefit society as a whole.

How to Apply:

- Prepare your proposal: Develop a research proposal aligned with the call’s objectives.

- Form a Consortium: Ensure your consortium includes the required partners from eligible locations.

- Submit Application: Complete and submit your application through the official Research Council of Finland portal before the deadline.

For detailed application instructions and requirements, refer to the official call page.

Next Steps:

Eligible applicants should carefully review the official guidelines and ensure all consortium requirements are met. Submit your application by the deadline to take advantage of this opportunity to advance R&D in Finland’s wellbeing services counties.

Context for bidders

We hold 4 notices from Research Council of Finland, going back to October 2026 — 4 of them still open. They buy mostly in Healthcare & Pharma and Sports, Recreation & Events. There are 54 open Healthcare & Pharma tenders in Finland. This one closes in 27 days.

Before you bid on this tender

A quick checklist to help you decide whether to bid and prepare a compliant submission for this healthcare & pharma opportunity. Always verify the details on the official source.

  • Confirm the exact closing date and time (and time zone) on the official portal — deadlines are strict and can be revised by a corrigendum.
  • Read the full notice and every attached document, including the scope, specifications and any bill of quantities or terms of reference.
  • Check the eligibility criteria — prior similar experience, annual turnover, certifications and registrations — and make sure you qualify before investing effort.
  • Prepare any earnest-money deposit (EMD) or bid security and the required formats early; missing or wrongly-formatted documents are a common cause of rejection.
  • Note how bids must be submitted (online or physical), in what format, and whether a digital signature or portal registration is required.
  • Watch for corrigenda and clarifications right up to the deadline — requirements and dates can change.
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