For the current call, launch opportunities to LEO (Low Earth Orbit) compatible with Space Debris Mitigation requirements on orbital lifetime are envisioned. Teams should indicate in their CubeSat Proposal the range of orbits to which they are compatible in terms of mission objectives, ground coverage, system performance, etc.
Flexibility to several orbits is recommended as CubeSats often fly on rideshare missions or as piggyback payloads and teams should be prepared to accept deployments from orbits that deviate from their optimal performance orbit. The earliest launch opportunity for teams selected through the present call for proposals is expected as of 2023.
The deadline for submitting proposals is on February 6, 2022, 23:59 CET. Instructions for submitting a proposal and conditions to apply can be found in ESAs web page.