IRIS2 QKD microsatellite pilot mission

Description
Procurement of a microsatellite pilot mission, to be deployed to validate QKD technology in space and prepare for future quantum networks. It is part of IRIS² (the Union Secure Connectivity Programme, regulation (EU) 2023/588) regulation.
Procedure type
Open procedure
Estimated total value
25000000 EUR
TED publication date
17/02/2026
Main classification (CPV)
64200000 – Telecommunications services
Nature of the contract
services
Maximum contract duration
42 MONTH
Award method
best price-quality ratio
Framework agreement
None

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