Call for Bids

ISCP Annual Scientific Meetings 2027, 2028 & 2029

About the ISCP Annual Scientific Meeting

The ISCP Annual Scientific Meeting is the Society’s flagship scientific event and comprises its core scientific sessions. These standalone meetings are held annually in different countries, with ISCP aiming to rotate locations across major geographical regions (Europe, the Americas, Asia and Australia) on an alternating basis.

The ISCP Executive Committee selects the host country, taking into account political stability, safety and accessibility. ISCP appoints an international Professional Congress Organiser (PCO) to manage the meeting and to liaise closely with an ad hoc Local Organising Committee (LOC) established in the host country.

The LOC is invited to propose a host city and suitable dates, avoiding clashes with major international or regional meetings. Final decisions on dates, venue and registration fees are made by the ISCP Board in agreement with the Meetings Committee and the LOC.

ISCP provides organisational and logistical support, particularly for the scientific programme. However, ISCP does not provide financial support for the meeting. Responsibility for funding and sponsorship lies with the LOC and the PCO. ISCP is a non-profit organisation and receives no official or regular subsidies.

Call for Bids – 2027, 2028 & 2029

ISCP invites expressions of interest and formal bids to host the ISCP Annual Scientific Meetings in 2027, 2028 and/or 2029. Deadline to submit proposals is set on 30th May 2026.

Eligibility

Bids may be submitted by:

• National or regional cardiovascular or medical societies

• Academic institutions, hospitals or research centres

• Consortia involving a scientific organisation and a Professional Congress Organiser (PCO)

Host Requirements

Proposed host countries and cities should:

• Be politically stable, safe and easily accessible internationally

• Offer good air connectivity and efficient local transportation

• Provide suitable conference facilities and adequate hotel capacity

• Propose dates that avoid clashes with major international scientific meetings

Local Organising Committee (LOC)

Bids must identify a proposed LOC, including a recognised scientific Chair, key members and demonstrated experience in organising scientific meetings. The LOC is expected to work closely with ISCP, the Meetings Committee and the appointed PCO.

Financial Responsibilities

• ISCP does not provide seed funding or financial underwriting

• Financial responsibility rests with the LOC and the PCO

• The LOC is expected to support local sponsorship and fundraising efforts

• Registration fees are set by ISCP in consultation with the LOC

Submission Requirements

Bids should be submitted in English and include:

• Cover letter specifying the year(s) applied for (2027, 2028, or both)

• Proposed host country, city and dates

• Description of venue and accommodation options

• Profile of the proposed LOC

• Summary of organisational experience

• Preliminary outlook on sponsorship and funding

• Proposed or preferred PCO (if identified)

Evaluation

Bids will be reviewed by the ISCP Executive Committee and Meetings Committee based on scientific leadership, destination suitability, feasibility, organisational capacity and alignment with ISCP’s geographical rotation strategy.

Submission & Contact

Please submit bids by email to:

ISCP Administrative Office
📧 info@iscpcardio.org

ISCP reserves the right to request additional information or to modify or withdraw this call.