Global Resilience Against Drug-Resistant Tuberculosis (GRAD-TB)
ID: 353639Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Agency for International Development (USAID)

Award Range

$0 - $90M

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/353639
Timeline
    Description

    The Agency for International Development (USAID) is soliciting applications for a cooperative agreement under the Global Resilience Against Drug-Resistant Tuberculosis (GRAD-TB) initiative, aimed at enhancing the detection, treatment, and prevention of drug-resistant tuberculosis (DR-TB) in targeted countries. This funding opportunity encourages unrestricted participation from qualified U.S., local, and international non-governmental entities, with a focus on building local capacity and promoting sustainable health interventions through partnerships with local organizations. The total funding available for this initiative ranges from $0 to $90 million, with applications due by May 31, 2024, at 4:00 p.m. EST. Interested applicants can direct inquiries to Jackie Ramanitrera at jramanitrera@usaid.gov or by phone at 12408498966.

    Point(s) of Contact
    jramanitrera@usaid.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    Annex 1 _Budget Template.xlsx
    Annex 3_ Geographic Scope .xlsx
    Annex 4_ Staffing Functional Matrix.xlsx
    Annex 5_ Institutional Capacity Matrix.xlsx
    Annex 6 _ IEE.pdf
    ANNEX.bin
    GRAD-TB NOFO FINAL_04192024.pdf
    NOFO.pdf
    The amendment No. 002 to Notice of Funding Opportunity No. 7200AA24RFA00009 aims to enhance the Global Resilience Against Drug-Resistant Tuberculosis (GRAD-TB) initiative. This funding opportunity, issued by USAID, intends to solicit applications for a cooperative agreement to improve detection, treatment, and prevention of drug-resistant tuberculosis (DR-TB) across targeted countries. Key dates include an application deadline of May 31, 2024, and an updated submission email for inquiries. The amendment provides answers to questions from applicants, clarifying requirements regarding organizational structure, budget submissions, staffing, and program objectives, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of guidelines. The objectives include bolstering the capacity of local organizations, enhancing the quality of national TB programs, and promoting knowledge management. Emphasis is placed on partnerships with local entities to ensure culturally tailored solutions and sustainable health interventions. The document serves as both a solicitation for proposals and a supportive guide for interested applicants, confirming that participation is open to various organizations while highlighting the need for local partnerships to achieve program goals. Candidates are encouraged to align their applications with USAID's strategic objectives to ensure effective project realization.
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