Reducing Fraud and Lowering Barriers to the Production of Drugs in Shortage by Outsourcing Facilities
ID: 360095Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Food and Drug Administration (HHS-FDA)

Award Range

$0 - $3M

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Consumer Protection

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/360095
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    Description

    The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is offering a federal grant titled "Reducing Fraud and Lowering Barriers to the Production of Drugs in Shortage by Outsourcing Facilities." This grant aims to enhance understanding of drug shortages, particularly those susceptible to health fraud, and to identify outsourcing facilities that can help meet these critical needs, thereby strengthening the drug supply chain. The funding, totaling $3 million with an award ceiling of $3 million and an expected two awards, will support research and development initiatives aimed at mitigating persistent drug shortages and stabilizing the supply of essential medications. Interested applicants can reach out to Patrick Johnson at patrick.johnson@fda.hhs.gov for further information, with the grant opportunity posted for the fiscal year 2025.

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