Request for Information (RFI) USAID/India: Health Systems Strengthening and Building Resilience to Future Pandemics and Climate Change
ID: 349011Type: Forecasted
Overview

Buyer

India USAID-New Delhi (USAID-INA)

Award Range

$0 - $35M

Eligible Applicants

Unrestricted

Funding Category

Health

Funding Instrument

Other

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/349011
Timeline
    Description

    The USAID/India is seeking input through a Request for Information (RFI) focused on Health Systems Strengthening and Building Resilience to Future Pandemics and Climate Change. The initiative aims to engage stakeholders in discussions that will shape future activities and interventions, particularly targeting underserved regions, including northeastern and tribal states. This collaborative effort is crucial for developing innovative, climate-resilient health strategies that integrate community involvement and regulatory compliance. Interested parties can RSVP for the pre-solicitation conference by October 16, 2023, and should direct inquiries to Sonia Madan at smadan@usaid.gov, with an estimated total program funding of $35 million available for this initiative.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Sonia Madan Grantor
    91-11-24198623
    smadan@usaid.gov
    Files
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    Responses for Pre-Solicitation Conference.pdf
    Responses.pdf
    The document outlines a pre-solicitation conference organized by USAID/India focusing on health systems strengthening and resilience against pandemics and climate change. The conference aims to facilitate discussions among stakeholders to shape future activities in these areas. Key points include an absence of required presentations, the potential for phased program rollout, and a focus on underserved regions, particularly in northeastern and tribal states. Participants are encouraged to brainstorm multi-faceted solutions and may propose multiple interventions for each objective. Input from the conference will inform potential solicitation processes, which could result in either contracts or grants, with final modalities yet to be decided. USAID seeks to engage multiple organizations with diverse expertise and emphasizes compliance and community involvement in climate-resilient health initiatives. The workshop will also address expected outputs, regulatory compliance, and the integration of local communities into health adaptation strategies. Overall, the conference serves as a collaborative platform to foster innovative approaches to enhance India's health system in light of current challenges.
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