Call for Proposals: Space Cluster Network Programme – North West Space Cluster
The UK Space Agency invites proposals for grant funding to manage the North West Space Cluster, driving local economic growth and strengthening the space capabilities of the North West of England.
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Within the North West of England, the UK Space Agency has worked closely with local and national partners to support the growth of the North West Space Cluster. This includes strengthening its capability in advanced manufacturing and space nuclear power, and promoting its involvement in the cross-cluster partnership, Space North. We are now inviting applications for grant funding to further deliver space cluster development activity within the North West from 2027 - 2030.
This call will result in the award of up to £520,000 to one successful applicant (one organisation, or a consortia with a lead applicant), for projects due to start on 1 February 2027 and last until 31 March 2030, split up to a maximum of £160,000 per financial year (and £40,000 in 2026/27). All grants should be match funded by the applicant or their delivery partners at a minimum of 50%, with the exception of academic partners, who will be funded in all cases at 80% of Full Economic Cost (FEC).
The following schedule sets out the indicative timing of processes for this call. Please note that each deadline may be subject to change in the event of operational constraints.
| Call Opens | 11 November 2026 |
| Call Closes (Full Proposal Deadline) | 4:00 pm, 18 December 2026 |
| Successful Applicants Notified | w/c 21 December 2026 |
| Project Kick-off | 1 February 2027 |
| Projects Conclude | 31 March 2030 |