Funding options for your system

SmartComms is developing guidance to help schools and other organisations understand potential funding pathways, what may be eligible, and what information is usually needed before a project moves ahead.

Likely eligibility

Eligibility depends on the specific programme. As a general rule, applications are stronger when the project is tied to safety, accessibility or essential infrastructure outcomes, and when the request is supported by a clear specification.

Preparing the right project information

• A plain description of the current system and its problems
• An indicative scope: endpoints, zones, emergency features
• A realistic cost range, ideally from more than one quote
• What happens if the project does not proceed

The system estimator can help you shape the scope before you talk to providers.