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Contracts for Innovation: FOAK26

Innovate UK, part of UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) and the Department for Transport (DfT)
Closing in 39 days

Funding

£65,000 – £210,000

Location

England

Applications

Open until 24 June 2026

Overview

You can apply for a share of £4.3 million to develop transport innovation prototypes. Individual grants range from £65,000 to £210,000. The funding covers prototype development, field testing, and demonstrating your solution. There are eight different themes to choose from. The deadline is 24 June 2026. This is part of the Contracts for Innovation programme. You must be based in England to apply. The funding includes VAT.

Eligibility

Key requirements:

  • Must develop prototype
  • Must conduct field testing
  • Must demonstrate solution

Sectors

Charities & Non-ProfitPublic Administration & Defence

Regions

England
Full details from Innovate UK, part of UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) and the Department for Transport (DfT)

Organisations can apply for a share of £4.3 million, inclusive of VAT, across eight themes to develop a prototype, conduct field testing and demonstrate their solution.

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Last updated: 17 May 2026