Call for Proposals: Strengthening Software Supply Chain Security
Program Overview
CodeSupply is an initiative of the NLnet Foundation designed to strengthen software supply chain security through the development, curation and distribution of open software metadata.
The programme supports free and open source projects that contribute to cybersecurity, software supply chain management, regulatory compliance and open source license compliance.
Through its open call, CodeSupply provides funding for innovative projects that help create a more secure, trustworthy and resilient open internet ecosystem.
The initiative forms part of the broader Open Internet Stack programme, which seeks to build trustworthy, interoperable and secure digital infrastructure.
Programme Objectives
CodeSupply aims to:
Publish current, accurate and comprehensive software metadata.
Create scalable and sustainable access to software datasets.
Develop foundational frameworks for future software metadata systems.
Improve software supply chain transparency and security.
Support digital sovereignty through open technologies and open data.
Funding Available
Individual grant size: €5,000 to €50,000.
Total open-call budget: €400,000.
Funding supports small- and medium-scale research and development projects.
Eligible Project Areas
Projects may include:
Software supply chain security tools.
Software metadata collection and management solutions.
Security vulnerability analysis and reporting tools.
Open source compliance solutions.
Package management and dependency tracking systems.
Open standards implementation.
Infrastructure and interoperability improvements.
Developer tooling and user experience enhancements.
Novel and disruptive technologies supporting open digital infrastructure.
Who Can Apply
Applications are welcomed from:
Independent developers.
Researchers.
Open source contributors.
Non-profit organizations.
Companies and technology organizations.
Collaborative open source communities.
Project Requirements
Applicants must:
Contribute to the goals of CodeSupply and the Open Internet Stack.
Provide practical, real-world impact.
Release project outputs under a recognized free or open source license.
Support openness, interoperability, transparency or security.
Contribute to a safer and more reliable internet ecosystem.
Areas of Special Interest
Software Metadata
Software origin and provenance information.
Licensing information.
Security vulnerability data.
Software
quality metrics.
Security and Compliance
Cybersecurity solutions.
Supply chain protection technologies.
Compliance and governance tools.
Risk management systems.
Open Infrastructure
Open standards.
Federated systems.
Interoperability frameworks.
Digital sovereignty technologies.
Benefits
Funding of up to €50,000.
Support for innovative open source development.
Contribution to European digital infrastructure initiatives.
Connection to the Open Internet Stack ecosystem.
Visibility through the NLnet and Next Generation Internet communities.
Open Internet Stack Connection
CodeSupply is part of the Open Internet Stack, a European initiative focused on:
Secure and resilient digital infrastructure.
Open and trustworthy technology ecosystems.
Permissionless innovation.
Digital autonomy and competitiveness.
Strategic technology commons.
How to Apply
For More Information and Application Details, See; Call for Proposals: Strengthening Software Supply Chain Security
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