Strengthening Public Health Systems in Sierra Leone
ID: 360335Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Centers for Disease Control-GHC (HHS-CDC-GHC)

Award Range

$0 - $0

Eligible Applicants

Unrestricted

Funding Category

Health

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/360335
Timeline
    Description

    The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is offering a cooperative agreement to strengthen public health systems in Sierra Leone, with an estimated total program funding of $125 million. The primary objective of this funding opportunity is to enhance the resilience of the public health system in Sierra Leone, focusing on the prevention, early detection, and response to infectious disease threats, while leveraging partnerships to build capacity in data and surveillance, diagnostics, and public health workforce development. This initiative is crucial for improving health security and transferring assistance to the government and the National Public Health Agency. Interested applicants can reach out to Broderick Yoerg at 404.234.0666 or via email at DGHPNOFOs@cdc.gov, with applications due by January 2, 2026, and awards expected to be announced by August 31, 2026.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Broderick Yoerg
    (404) 234-0666
    DGHPNOFOs@cdc.gov
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