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Innovation Support to Operations (ISO)

Innovation Support to Operations Phase 3 — Next

Supports fast delivery of United Kingdom military-ready solutions through research partnerships focused on operational outcomes.

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Innovation Support to Operations (ISO) Phase 3 is a fast-cycle procurement programme run by UK Defence Innovation (UKDI) on behalf of the Ministry of Defence, funding near-ready innovations that address live UK military operational requirements. The programme issues multiple cycles per year in a quarterly cadence; Cycle 7 closed 12 May 2026, making Cycle 8 anticipated in approximately July–August …

What this grant funds

Counter-UAS systems, one-way attack UAS, GNSS-denied navigation, long-range telemetry, maritime autonomous navigation, and maritime terminal guidance technologies addressing live UK military operational requirements.

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CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Multiple per year
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.—
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.—
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.—
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Procurement contract
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.0%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.—
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Last verified: 22 Jul 2026Source: www.gov.uk