The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is seeking applications for a cooperative agreement from qualified local organizations to implement the Community Mobilization Initiatives to End Tuberculosis 2 program in Cambodia. The program aims to accelerate TB case finding and case holding activities, improve access to high-quality TB services, and strengthen TB management information systems. The grant amount is $15 million over a five-year period.
The document is an amendment to the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) No. 72044224RFA00001 titled COMMIT 2, issued by USAID/Cambodia on May 6, 2024. The amendment addresses questions from applicants regarding eligibility and program objectives related to a community mobilization initiative aimed at ending tuberculosis (TB).
Key clarifications include that while eligibility for the funding as a prime partner is restricted to local organizations, they may form consortia with non-local NGOs. Additionally, the amendment underscores the importance of private sector involvement in TB service delivery, highlighting the need for potential partnerships to improve diagnostic and treatment capabilities. Applicants are encouraged to collaborate with ongoing projects, like those funded by the Global Fund, to generate evidence and advocate for policies that will enhance TB service delivery.
Overall, this amendment aims to ensure that prospective applicants have a clear understanding of the program's expectations while facilitating collaboration among various stakeholders to achieve the initiative's goals effectively.