ICT solution: Strategical technologies 

VINNOVA fosters radical innovation in domains of space, defence (dual use) and excellence clusters, in technology areas of strategic importance for Sweden. VINNOVA will use the PCP instrument to work with radical innovation related to strategic areas with a SME-friendly approach and an improved funding mechanism in terms of speed and simplicity. Looking to create new markets, VINNOVA will implement a programme of several procurements (PCP). 

Key  technologies:  

- Artificial intelligence and autonomous systems for societal change 

- Advanced digital technology for productivity and safety 

- Quantum technology for security and industrial applications 

- Energy technology for fossil-free electrification 

- Material and production technology for conversion 

- Biotechnology for health and climate change 

This is part of the Swedish technology strategy and the excellence clusters initiative. 

Procurer: VINNOVA – Swedish Innovation Agency 

Type of innovation procurement:  Pre-Commercial Procurement (PCP)  

Preliminary market consultation:  Q4 2025 

Timeframe:  Contract notice expected in Q4 2026 

Budget invested by the procurer:  10 million in 2028 for collaborative PCPs 

More information:  https://www.vinnova.se/  

Strategically important areas within technology and innovation for Sweden | Vinnova 

To the specific tender: 
Needs assessment in cooperation with public sector institutions, prior art analysis, market consultations, business case development and drafting tender documents.

To the general procurement of the organisation: 
Best practices for innovation procurement

This project is currently in the preparatory stage.