Startups and healthcare innovators are invited to compete for a chance to pitch in Silicon Valley and secure a potential proof-of-concept contract with one of the world’s most advanced medical institutions in Saudi Arabia.
At a Glance
- Opportunity Type: Innovation Challenge / Pitch Competition
- For: Healthcare startups with an MVP and fewer than 100 employees
- Key Benefits: Silicon Valley pitch opportunity, potential PoC contract with KFSHRC, global visibility
- Application Deadline: March 20, 2026, at 2:00 PM PT
- Location: Silicon Valley (Pitch Event) / Saudi Arabia (Pilot Implementation)
Innovation Challenge Overview
The King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre (KFSHRC) x Davos of Healthcare™ Innovation Challenge is a prestigious competition hosted by Plug and Play Tech Center, KFSHRC, and C3 International. The program aims to identify groundbreaking technological solutions across eight healthcare areas aligned with KFSHRC’s Centres of Excellence. The challenge is designed to accelerate the growth of innovative healthcare products and facilitate their entry into the market through high-level institutional partnerships.
Key Benefits
- Pitch in Silicon Valley: Finalists will present their solutions to an international audience at the C3 Davos of Healthcare™ Summit on April 27, 2026.
- Proof-of-Concept (PoC): The challenge winner receives the opportunity to potentially secure a commercialization contract and pilot with KFSHRC in Saudi Arabia.
- Networking: Access to a global network of healthcare leaders, investors, and innovators through Plug and Play and C3 International.
Eligibility Criteria
- Product Stage: Must have a Minimum Viable Product (MVP) ready for deployment.
- Alignment: Startup solutions must align with one of KFSHRC’s Eight Centres of Excellence.
- Funding & Scale: Must have raised less than $100M since inception and have fewer than 100 full-time employees.
- Commitment: Must be capable and willing to launch a pilot with KFSHRC and travel to Saudi Arabia to support implementation.
How to Apply
To apply for this opportunity, complete the official application form before the deadline on March 20, 2026, at 2:00 PM PT. Finalists must be prepared to attend the summit in Silicon Valley on April 27, 2026.
Apply Here: Online Application Form
About Plug and Play Health
Plug and Play Health is a global innovation platform that connects early-stage startups with the world’s largest corporations. In partnership with institutions like King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre and C3 International, they drive digital transformation in the healthcare sector by facilitating pilots, investments, and mentorship.
Learn More: Plug & Play
