The recommended method in FP7 is ELECTRONIC ONLINE PROPOSAL PREPARATION AND SUBMISSION. The Electronic Proposal Submission Service (EPSS) is an internet-based application providing a secure work space for a consortium to prepare and submit a proposal jointly. Access requires only a standard web browser, no special software has to be installed on the users' computers. For all details see the EPSS User Manual (PDF) and the EPSS Online Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ).
N.B. Please note that after 5th May 2008 for all newly published calls you will be able to use your Participant Identification Code (PIC) in your electronic proposal preparation and submission. However for calls already open for proposal submission this may vary case-by case. For more information please go to the section 'Register your organization (URF)'.
N.B. You should read the call fiche, work programme and guide for applicants for the call you are interested in prior to using the EPSS.
N.B. The EPSS tool can also be used to respond to "competitive calls" issued by FP6 ongoing projects and by FP7 projects.
For additional information, please contact the EPSS HELPDESK, or by phone +32 2 233 3760.