Support to Zimbabwe's Programs for HIV prevention, Care and Treatment
ID: 329343Type: Forecasted
Overview

Buyer

Zimbabwe USAID-Harare (USAID-ZIM)

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Health

Funding Instrument

Other

Opportunity Category

Other

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/329343

Additional Information

https://apply07.grants.gov/apply/jsf/opportunity/manageOpportunity.faces?oppId=329343#
Timeline
    Description

    The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is forecasting a Request for Information (RFI) aimed at gathering insights for future funding opportunities related to HIV prevention, care, and treatment programs in Zimbabwe. The RFI outlines the intention to publish two requests for applications (RFA) or proposals (RFP) focused on enhancing the availability and quality of HIV services and preventing new infections among adolescent girls and young women through the DREAMS initiative. This initiative is crucial for addressing the multi-sectoral HIV response led by the Government of Zimbabwe, emphasizing the importance of local partnerships and organizations with relevant experience and financial management capabilities. Interested organizations are encouraged to submit their responses by October 20, 2020, and can contact J. Zeb Simpson at jsimpson@usaid.gov or call 263-867-701-1638 for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    J. Zeb Simpson Contracting and Agreement Officer
    263-867-701-1638
    jsimpson@usaid.gov
    Files
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    RFI-613-21-000001 USAID Zimbabwe .pdf
    RFI-613-21-000001.pdf
    The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has issued a Request for Information (RFI) to solicit insights for future funding opportunities directed at HIV prevention and treatment programs in Zimbabwe. The RFI outlines the intent to soon publish two requests: one aiming to enhance HIV care and treatment access, and another targeting HIV infection prevention among adolescent girls and young women (utilizing the DREAMS initiative). The RFI emphasizes that it is not a formal solicitation but a means to gather strategic input and gauge interest from local organizations, particularly those meeting specific criteria as defined in the document. Organizations must demonstrate local presence, experience in HIV programs, and financial management capabilities, with a minimum capacity to handle $5 million annually. Interested parties are invited to submit a response by October 20, 2020, including organizational details and insights on innovative approaches to engage participants. The document highlights the importance of local partnerships in achieving USAID's objectives in Zimbabwe's health sector while underscoring that responses will be utilized without restriction in future solicitations.
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