The Open Call for Proposals is now OPEN

Next cut-off date in 2026. Stay tuned for the announcement of the exact date. Download the Application Package below to apply to ESA BIC Andalusia

Download the Application Package (.zip)

Who Can Apply

Ensure your startup can join our incubation programme

To be eligible for ESA BIC Andalusia, your startup or business idea must meet the following criteria:

Viable Business Plan

You must present a clear and viable business plan outlining your strategy for growth, the market potential of your product or service, and how your space-related innovation will be commercialized. The business plan should also detail financial projections, key milestones, and risk management strategies.

Company Age

New or existing companies less than 5 years old.

If Your Company is Already Established

Your startup must be legally registered in Spain and must not be older than five years at the time of application.

If Your Company is Not Yet Established

You are eligible to apply as an informal group of entrepreneurs, provided you commit to legally registering your startup in Andalusia upon acceptance into the programme.

Company Location

Your business must be, or commit to being, located in Andalusia during the incubation period.

ESA BIC Andalusia is strategically located in the Naves de Renfe building in the San Jerónimo district of Seville, near the Spanish Space Agency headquarters.

Commitment to the programme

Your team must be fully committed to engaging with the ESA BIC Andalusia programme throughout the entire incubation period. This includes regular attendance at workshops, mentoring sessions, and events organized by the incubator, as well as making full use of the resources provided.

How to Apply

Follow these steps and turn your ideas into successful businesses

Check Your Eligibility

Ensure your startup meets the eligibility criteria for ESA BIC Andalusia. If you are unsure, visit the Who can apply section for more information.

Contact Our Team

It is highly recommended to contact ESA BIC Andalusia in advance to inform us about your intention to apply. The team will assist you in determining whether your business idea is suitable for incubation and will explain what is needed from the applicant.

Download The Application Forms

The Open Call for Proposals is OPEN. All application forms and supporting documents are available below. Download the full Application Package and submit your proposal.

Download the Application Package (.zip)

Prepare Your Application

Before you begin filling out any forms, it is strongly recommended that you carefully read all the provided documents.

Application Templates

Cover Letter and Requirements Checklist
Business Plan Template (included the Tables & Figures Template)
Incubation Proposal Template

Supporting Documents

Make sure to thoroughly review all supporting documents, particularly the Draft Incubation Contract. This document is crucial for understanding your contractual obligations and ensuring you are fully informed before proceeding with your application.

Documents Preparation

Cover Letter and Requirements Checklist: Complete the Cover Letter and Requirements Checklist to ensure you meet all the necessary criteria and provide an overview of your application.
Business Plan Template: Work on the Business Plan Template, outlining your business strategy, including market potential, financial projections, and risk management strategies. Use the provided Tables & Figures Excel Template to create any necessary quantitative data or visual representations, which should be incorporated directly into the Business Plan Template (Word document) for a comprehensive presentation.
Incubation Proposal Template: Fill out the Incubation Proposal Template to detail how your startup plans to use the support provided by ESA BIC Andalusia to achieve its objectives.

Application Submission

Before submitting, review all your documents carefully. Ensure that each section is completed according to the instructions provided in the templates.

Once everything is in order, convert your documents to PDF format. Submit them as specified in the Open Call document to the designated email address: opencall-esabic-andalusia@catec.aero

Important: Ensure your submission is completed before the announced cut-off date. Submissions received after the cut-off deadline will not be considered for that particular round.

Evaluation Process

After submitting your application to ESA BIC Andalusia, the post-submission process is as follows:

TOB Review: Your application first undergoes an initial screening by the Tender Opening Board (TOB). The TOB checks the completeness of your application and whether it meets the formal requirements.
TEB Evaluation: If the TOB process is successful, your application is then forwarded to the Tender Evaluation Board (TEB). The TEB is composed of representatives from the European Space Agency (ESA), the Spanish Space Agency (AEE), ESA BIC Andalusia, the Junta de Andalucía as regional co-funder, and external experts. This board will conduct a detailed evaluation of your proposal, focusing on technical feasibility, business potential, and alignment with the goals of the ESA BIC programme.

Interview with TEB: As part of the TEB evaluation, you will be invited to present your business idea. This interview, conducted in English, is a crucial step, allowing you to discuss your project in detail and answer any questions from the board.

Ensure that you carefully prepare for the TEB interview by thoroughly understanding your proposal and being ready to discuss both the technical and business aspects in detail.
TEB Decision & Certificate: Once the TEB has completed its evaluation and your interview, you will be formally notified of the outcome. If approved, ESA will issue your official TEB Selection Certificate, confirming your eligibility to secure the Junta de Andalucía’s co-financing approval prior to final contract signature. Detailed instructions for the co-financing application process follow.
Contract Signing: Once the contract is signed, your startup officially begins its incubation period with ESA BIC Andalusia.

Regional Co-Funding Application

After receiving your TEB Selection Certificate, you must submit your regional co-funding application via the Junta de Andalucía’s e-Office portal before the deadline indicated in the Call to secure co-funding from the regional authority. Complete the non-competitive grant form as established in the Open Call documentation and the referenced Regulatory Bases, attach your TEB Selection Certificate and all required administrative documents, and submit through the official channel.

Regional co-funding is awarded to projects that have passed the TEB evaluation and meet the formal eligibility requirements set out in the Open Call and Regulatory Bases. Applications are processed in order of validation and subject to budget availability. You will then be notified of the award decision.

Sign Contract & Start Incubation

Upon confirmation of your regional co-funding, you will sign the Incubation Contract. With your signature in place, your incubation officially begins, granting you access to a comprehensive suite of programme services—high-level mentoring, state-of-the-art technical facilities, expert business coaching, dedicated legal & IPR support, the 60K € financing package, dynamic networking events, and community collaboration opportunities.

Welcome aboard: incubation officially starts!

Open Call for Proposals

ESA BIC Andalusia operates under a continuous Open Call system, meaning that applications are accepted year-round. Proposals are evaluated at specific cut-off dates.

The Open Call is now OPEN.

Next cut-off date in 2026. Stay tuned for the announcement of the exact date.
Download the Application Package above and submit your proposal to participate in the next evaluation round.

Send your proposal before

December 12th 2024 at 12:00 CET

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Need Assistance?

If you have any questions or require further clarification, please contact the ESA BIC Andalusia team directly. You are also encouraged to consult the FAQ for additional guidance and information.