MISSION
Celebrating innovation
in government technology
GovTech has a higher potential to actually make the world better
GovTech innovations uniquely enhance society by making public services more efficient, transparent, and accessible. Streamlining government processes reduces bureaucracy and improves citizen engagement, leading to better resource allocation, public safety, and quality of life. Additionally, by increasing transparency and accountability, GovTech fosters greater trust in government institutions, promoting a more equitable and inclusive society.
Explosive growth
The global GovTech market has seen substantial growth in recent years.
In 2021, the market was valued at approximately €397 billion and is expected to reach €1.687 billion by 2031, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 15.56%.
AWARD CATEGORIES
TOP 10
Early-Stage Innovations
Emerging startups or SMEs that have a functioning prototype or are in the advanced stages of developing one, with initial customer validation viewed favorably.
SPECIAL PRIZES
Growth Innovations
Growth-stage startups or SMEs that are scaling their innovative solutions, demonstrating market traction and the potential to transform public sector services on a larger scale.
TOP 10
Early-Stage Innovations
AWARDS
For GovTech startups and SMEs in the top 10 positions.
- Online promotion with a dedicated section on the GTA website and on the initiative's social media channels.
- Official TOP 10 GovTech Award badge to display on your communication channels.
- Two free tickets to access the GovTech Forum 25 on March 13-14, 2025, in Milan, and an award ceremony during the event.
And additionally for the top 3 ranked.
One-month online acceleration program with GovTech experts, pioneers among policymakers and civil servants, UX specialists, and technology and business design experts. Free of charge and equity-free.
Travel and accommodation covered to attend the GovTech Forum 25.
SPECIAL PRIZES
Growth Innovations
AWARDS
For GovTech startups and SMEs that will be selected.
- Online promotion with a dedicated section on the GTA website and on the initiative's social media channels.
- Official TOP 10 GovTech Award badge to display on your communication channels.
- Two free tickets to access the GovTech Forum 25 on March 13-14, 2025, in Milan, and an award ceremony during the event.
SPECIAL AWARDS ANNOUNCEMENT
Dedicated awards from GovTech Award partners, including public entities, publicly-owned companies, and GovTech corporations, will be unveiled soon. These partners will define thematic verticals for selecting Growth Innovations startups and SMEs.
We recommend applying to the general call while awaiting the special awards announcement.
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
Open to startups and SMEs with solutions that have a significant impact on public sector and citizens.
Market
It must operate in the GovTech sector, though not exclusively.
It can be based anywhere, with international operations preferred but not required.
GovTech is now!
Product
Digital product released to the market.
Experience
Pre-validation or validation with real customers are preferred but not mandatory requirements.
Projects developed with real customers.
Revenues
From zero to one million euros.
From one million euros and up.
Fundraising
Up to a maximum of seed funding.
No limit.
EVALUATION PROCESS
A panel of experts will assess the nominees based on innovation, scalability, impact, and sustainability.
Who we are
We are an operational think tank on GovTech and innovation in the public system.
We believe that public institutions can lead human progress, explore new frontiers, enable the innovators, and mobilize the resources needed to address the challenges we are facing as citizens and businesses - from systemic implications to daily life - positively shaping the digital transformation that is taking place.
Feel was born and has been developing since 2022 as a space to feel, imagine and decode innovation for public utility goods and services, building and launching the first GovTech Masterclass path in Italy with 20+ pioneers from the public administration of Northern and Central Italy.
GOVTECH | OPEN INNOVATION | STARTUP | DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION | DESIGN THINKING
PARTNERSHIP MODEL
Become a
GovTech Award Partner.
What you give
GovTech innovations uniquely enhance society by making public services more efficient, transparent, and accessible. Streamlining government processes reduces bureaucracy and improves citizen engagement, leading to better resource allocation, public safety, and quality of life. Additionally, by increasing transparency and accountability, GovTech fosters greater trust in government institutions, promoting a more equitable and inclusive society.
What you get
GovTech innovations uniquely enhance society by making public services more efficient, transparent, and accessible. Streamlining government processes reduces bureaucracy and improves citizen engagement, leading to better resource allocation, public safety, and quality of life. Additionally, by increasing transparency and accountability, GovTech fosters greater trust in government institutions, promoting a more equitable and inclusive society.